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Conn 88h Artist Symphony Elkhart 1970 Tenor Trombone Trombone
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€2.650,00
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Conn 88h Artist Symphony Elkhart 1970 Tenor Trombone Trombone
Regular price
€2.650,00
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For sale here is a used Conn 88h Artist Symphony tenor trombone. Comparable new instruments cost 3000-4000€.
About the history of this great instrument:
CGConn is one of the leading American manufacturers of trombones.
You can feel the excellent quality of this American handcraft immediately!
This model was built in the small brass instrument making town of Elkhart in Indiana , USA. The instruments from this Conn era are extremely sought after due to their outstanding sound and manufacturing quality.
The 88h is one of the most popular instruments for classical music worldwide and is often seen in symphony orchestras.
It was built in 1970 and recently overhauled by us.
What distinguishes this professional Conn 88h tenor trombone:
- Beautiful, round sound, responds well.
- The train runs well. No chrome loss.
- This instrument has a cylindrical slide (single bore). The bore is .547" (13.89mm), the bell 8.5" (216mm).
- The single-valve tenor trombone has the tuning Bb/F
- Beautiful, large and handmade engraving. "Elkhart, USA"
- As a lubricant I recommend 88h Slide-O-Mix Rapid Comfort.
- The instrument was manufactured in Elkhart in 1970 and has recently been overhauled by us.
Condition of this 88h Elkhart after intensive testing:
- The train runs well. No chrome loss.
- The tuning slides are freely movable
- Stop felt is available.
- Water valve is closed.
- The valve runs quickly and quietly.
- The varnish is mostly in good condition, there are a few scratches in the bell area.
- The handles are in good condition.
- The instrument was recently overhauled by us and is now ready to play.
I am a professional musician myself and have tested this trombone thoroughly and found it to be flawless. That is why we offer a 2-year guarantee.
Accessories included:
- The instrument comes in the original Conn case.
Recommendation from me as a professional musician:
- The legendary "88h Elkhart", freshly overhauled and in top playable condition. A dream instrument for many orchestra players!
- For this 88h I recommend Yamaha Slide Lubricant or Slide-O-Mix Rapid Comfort as a lubricant.
- The instrument should be cleaned regularly from the inside, e.g. with a Reka care set.
Why Elbblech - safety, quality and guarantees
- 30-day return policy.
- 1 year warranty, 2 years guarantee
- Free shipping and returns
- If you have any questions, please feel free to write me a message or contact me. You can find all contact information below under "Buyer's Legal Information -> Full Information".
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
– Yes, during opening hours or by appointment in our shop with workshop in Mölln.
– Yes, that is possible. The easiest way is to place a normal order. Then you have a 30-day right of return after receiving the goods and can test the instrument at your leisure at home, in class or at a rehearsal. Shipping and returns are free for you in Germany anyway. If you still don't want to order, please contact us and we will find a solution.
– That's me, Felix Eilers, a professional trombonist and managing director. Instrument maker Danilo Neun works in the workshop and in sales in our shop in Mölln. We are also supported by our partner workshops "Trompetentobi".
– Yes, please feel free to contact me via this page if you have something to offer.
– Yes, please feel free to contact me via this page if you have something to offer.
- New instruments are always delivered with a mouthpiece. Used instruments are not, in most cases. We have a large selection of mouthpieces and are happy to advise you individually when purchasing a mouthpiece.
– As a rule, all instruments are serviced and/or serviced in a workshop. I only sell instruments that are in such good condition that I would use them professionally myself. If an instrument is not immediately playable, I write this clearly in the item description.
Yes, we have been shipping worldwide for many years.
– My customers say: “Yes!”. On Ebay, for example, I have over 500 positive reviews, 100% of which are positive and 5 stars in all subcategories. We now enjoy an excellent reputation worldwide for our services and products.
