Robert Rowe

This topic always fascinates me.

Along with the "eBay" discoveries, "trolling around" in regional music stores, perusing the Classified Ads, etc. -- it's cool, and fun, to stumble upon really great horns, especially at a great price. Sometimes, we learn that some of these horns are fine "players", that have never yet captured the attention of the general Trumpet / Cornet playing enthusiasts.

I recently acquired a couple of Trumpets of this ilk, and was literally "stunned" to discover its' similarities to its' legendary "Big Brother", at a mere fraction of the price. I have a couple of the most famous vintage Trumpets ever made -- and they are truly outstanding instruments -- but the quality and sound of the "student line" horns is jaw-dropping! Could be only a few of the production years are of this quality -- I'll find out soon enough. Of course, I won't reveal the brand and model (for now ... until I score one-or-two more, before some others snatch them up).

We now know about OLDS Ambassadors, and the Conn Coprion Directors, and the Yamaha 2300-Series. What have you discovered lately ??

Regards,
Robert Rowe