Re: Fat but Affordable


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Posted by Lew on June 28, 2001 at 15:49:52:

In Reply to: Fat but Affordable posted by Jim on June 28, 2001 at 11:53:23:

I would consider looking for an older Conn 2XJ. You can find three valve, recording bell versions for around $1500 or less, and 4 valves for around $2k. Upright bells are harder to find and will cost more. Older King 1241/2341 or some of the smaller Conns would also meet your criteria. Old recording bell Martins, Yorks, or Bueschers would probably work for you, but they are harder to find.

The other recommendations made here, the new King 2341 or Miraphone 191 are both good choices, but will cost between $3500 and $6000 (for the gold brass, 5 valve 191). I assumed from your post that you were looking to spend a little less.


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