Posted by Matt G on March 23, 2001 at 14:34:11:
In Reply to: considering a Conn 56J posted by Dan on March 23, 2001 at 13:03:10:
I wuld look at the 52J, because the slightly smaller bell may fall more in the middle than the 56J. Also don't forget about a Mirafone 1865U or 1885U, a Meinl-Weston 2145, 32 or 37 (Bell Model?), Rudy Meinl 3/4 or 4/4(their 3/4 as stated in another post is nearly as bis as a 186) and numerous other horns. But if the Conn is your thing check out the 52J along with the 56J if possibly, I think the 52J may suit your needs a hair better.
Good Luck,
Matt G