This is a very RARE Holton ST-303 MF valve/ slide trumpet made in 1977. It’s in excellent original condition, and has been professionally cared and played. All slides and valves move smoothly and lightly. Compression is very good. Visually speaking has some superficial lacquer scratches and imperfections. Original lacquer is around 99,9% complete. Three extremely little dings that are almost impossible to catch with a camera. Not red rot or corrosion. Slide stop mechanism might be tricky sometimes if you don’t know exactly how to use it (I do this with my eyes closed, so is nothing serious, 5′ repair work if you want to rectify it). No dents, no visible prior reparations. Includes original case, shop cards and original catalogue. All this makes this instrument a collector’s item besides a real player. Dozens of extra pictures and videos available upon special request. Thanks a lot for reading! 468 in (11.89 mm). Bell: 5.0 diameter, hand hammered yellow brass with wire enclosed rim, bell tilted 20 degrees. Leadpipe: Yellow brass, special taper. Pistons: Monel material with double-slotted spring barrel, enclosed stainless steel springs. Slides: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd valve slides are nickel silver outside and inside slides. Hand slide: Assembly has two finger rings and can be played left- or right-handed. The hand slide assembly has inside tubes that are chrome plated with nickel-silver outers. The item “Collector’s Item! 1977 Holton ST303 MF Maynard Ferguson FIREBIRD trumpet” is in sale since Friday, April 24, 2020. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Brass\Trumpets”. The seller is “doctorovich” and is located in buenos aires. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Key: Bb
- Model: ST303 MF FIREBIRD
- Bell Diameter: 5.0
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Valve Material: Monel
- Valves Type: Piston
- Type: Valve/ Slide
- Finish: Lacquered
- Bore Size: .468
- Brand: Holton
- Skill Level: Professional
