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Brass crusader · 06-11-2008, 08:35 PM

I'd agree.... an older Los Angeles Ambasssdor could be yours for sub $200(U.S) on ebay.
As far as flugels go, in that price range, a Yamaha 2310 flugel might be something to look into. Yamahas are fantastic horns, and you could probably get a 2310 used for around $500 in good shape. A store near me sells them brand new for $649.
My first flugel experience was on a loaner 2310. I now play an older 631, the true pro grade yamaha. There are several differences in the setup and bore. The 2310 is generally regarded as a "student" flugel, but works quite well.
Be sure to check out Yamaha's website, they have several different models or lines of flugels. Also, keep asking here, there are many great and knowledgeble people here.
Ebay is a great place to look for flugels, although the prices occasionally seem a bit steep. In terms of variety and quantity of horns, its all there.
Good luck with both your searches, and let us know how they play out!

06-11-2008, 08:35 PM	#3 (permalink)
Brass crusader Pianissimo User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Buffalo Posts: 224	Re: Olds Ambassador...plus Flugel query I'd agree.... an older Los Angeles Ambasssdor could be yours for sub $200(U.S) on ebay. As far as flugels go, in that price range, a Yamaha 2310 flugel might be something to look into. Yamahas are fantastic horns, and you could probably get a 2310 used for around $500 in good shape. A store near me sells them brand new for $649. My first flugel experience was on a loaner 2310. I now play an older 631, the true pro grade yamaha. There are several differences in the setup and bore. The 2310 is generally regarded as a "student" flugel, but works quite well. Be sure to check out Yamaha's website, they have several different models or lines of flugels. Also, keep asking here, there are many great and knowledgeble people here. Ebay is a great place to look for flugels, although the prices occasionally seem a bit steep. In terms of variety and quantity of horns, its all there. Good luck with both your searches, and let us know how they play out! __________________ Yamaha Xeno Custom w/ reverse leadpipe Conn "Vintage One" C tpt, raw brass prototype 1947 Olds Super Recording tpt 1947 Olds Special tpt 1952 Olds Ambassador cornet 1967 Olds Special cornet 1970's Yamaha 631 Flugel w/ Rose brass bell 1970's Conn 17b Coprion director Other assorted Conns and Olds Yamaha and Bach Mouthpieces 1929 Martin Handcraft "The New Master" 1935 Conn 22B NY Symphony Special tpt '83 Callet New York Super Large Bore trpt. '35 Conn 32H trombone Late '60's Couesnon Flugel