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This is a First Act Bb trumpet that has been professionally serviced and set up in ready-to-play condition. All valves and slides move freely and smoothly, making it an excellent choice for a beginner, casual player, or anyone looking for a unique instrument to add to their collection. The instrument does have some dings but these do not affect playability. The horn has been customized with a brushed raw brass finish, giving it a vintage, old-school jazz vibe. It’s a striking look that sets it apart from standard student horns. Custom raw brass brushed finish – unique vintage aesthetic. Valves and slides move freely – recently serviced. Bb trumpet, standard for band and jazz use. Includes case and mouthpiece (7C). This horn is great for. Beginner players starting band. Casual musicians needing a practice horn. A unique conversation piece with vintage styling.

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Here is a very nice Conn 12B trumpet with the Coprion bell. The serial number 320157 would date this one to 1937 which is interesting because Conn said they didn’t invent the Coprion process until 1938. There have been several other 12Bs found with 1937 serial numbers though so it’s been known to happen. It is in good condition. The “Clickless” valves are smooth and fast with no plating wear. All the slides work well. Some areas have been neatly resoldered and there is some lacquer missing as a result. The remaining lacquer is all original. There have been some dent repairs along the bell with some lacquer loss and some small dings remain. The stop rod for pulling the main slide to A is missing along with one of the guides for it. It plays very well with a strong clear sound. The original case has wear but is in pretty good condition with good latches and hinges. The handle is missing and the handle on the end is broken. It has an original Conn 4 streamliner mouthpiece that is gold plated. The mouthpiece is rough though, the gold plating is worn off the rim and plier marks on the body.

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I bought it new for my daughter, she tried it a couple times, and she never touched it again. So it’s like new and there’s nothing wrong, broken, or missing. A very nice trumpet for a beginner or intermediate player. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

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In titles & descriptions. Mendini by Cecilio Brass Alto Saxophone. In Gold, Nickel, Gold w/ Nickel Key, Red, Green, Blue, Purple. Price offered is for one saxophone, you may choose any finish from below. Beautiful and durable brass body. High quality leather pads with metal tone boosters. Contoured keys with faux mother of pearl inlays. Hand engraved bell decoration. At Below Wholesale Price Why Rent When You Can Have It For Less! Plus Following Free Accessories. Pro-deluxe light weight durable plush-lined nylon covered hard case with backpack straps and zipper pocket. Ebonite mouthpiece with reed and cap. Cleaning swab, neck strap, extra box of 10 reeds, cork grease, polishing cloth, and a pair of white gloves. Video will open in a new window. Detail Description of Extras. Damage Upon Arrival / Discrepancies. If you have received a damaged or discrepancy package upon arrival, please notify us within 24 hours of receipt and retain all original packaging (including the original corrugated box). We will request digital pictures of the damage/discrepancy item for reference, and arrange FREE replacement after we receive the pictures. To report a damaged package. The item “Mendini by Cecilio Alto Saxophone Sax +Chromatic Tuner, First Lesson Book/CD” is in sale since Monday, September 19, 2011. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “kkmusicstore2″ and is located in Rancho Cucamonga, California. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Canada, Mexico, Australia.

• Skill Level: Beginner
• Brand: Mendini
• Type: Alto
• Country/Region of Manufacture: China
• MPN: MAS-___+92D+PB+FB1
• Instrument: Saxophone
• Case Included: Yes
• Key: Eb

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If you know these horns , than you know what this is. 86,121 is the 8th oldest documented Mendez trumpet including the 79, xxx prototype. The oldest regular production number known is 86,004. Take a look at the pix. This is an older restoration as I have had this for years (10±). Done up in Gold Lacquer and the finger buttons are the original Gold plated. When I got it , although the horn was physically in great shape the Lacquer was in poor shape and just flaking off. To protect it and be able to play it on gigs I had it redone. One unusual thing was it had a Besson style finger hook that was added by the PO. My brass tech made me a copy of a Mendez finger hook brazing a ring to a base , just like the original Olds. Normally the front of the ring is cut out but I like it whole aka LA Ambassador. The valves have not been rebuilt but are in fabulous shape. Very fast and light and all the slides “pop” when you pull them out so I don’t think they leak. No case or mouthpiece. The horn is a real Beauty, super straight and a real player not perfect, just a few flea bites That don’ even show up in the pictures. Still, but no dents or wear. Great for a collection or to play on a gig, which I have many a time. Just didn’t put it on a Horn stand or used mutes. (Ok I babied it). If you have any questions, contact me and I’ll be glad to answer them. The item “Olds Mendez Trumpet One of the First Ever Made Los Angeles 1952 No RESERVE” is in sale since Tuesday, May 22, 2018. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Vintage Musical Instruments\Vintage Brass\Trumpets”. The seller is “bigb3545″ and is located in Saint Louis, Missouri. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Key: Bb
• Model: Mendez
• Bell Diameter: 4 and 5/8 Inch
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Valve Material: Nickel Plated
• Valves Type: Piston
• Exact Year: 1952
• Bell Material: Brass
• Trumpet Type: Jazz
• Finish: Lacquered Yellow Brass
• Brand: F. E. Olds
• Skill Level: professional
• Leadpipe Material: Brass

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