by LeTromboniste Fri Jan 04, 2019 6:06 pm, Post On the Edwards, if the tone wasn't too good, as you described, then it probably wasn't set up correctly for you. Gerry Pagano, Bass Trombonist of the St. Louis Symphony, talks about his Edwards B502-D Bass Trombone. do you really want to start your own forum? Its exactly what i was looking for. It's been a while, but I just saw this. Shires Trombones and Schilke Greenhoe Trombones. Shipping rates on international orders vary greatly depending upon the level of service. by norbie2018 Sun Dec 23, 2018 9:43 am, Post The Brass Exchange @ 2022 All Rights Reserved, Yamaha YBL-322 Bass Trombone Satin Finish, S.E. Trombone icons created by Freepik - Flaticon. We are a trusted resource where you can shop for trombones, new models, vintage, pre-owned, and used. Doug vets each horn and honestly describes each one as he is himself an exceptional player. Thank you very much for you service in selling these instruments. Elkhorn, WI 53121-2017, (800) 562-6838 I window shop his website regularly. The bell was a yellow laquor, the tuning slide has the raw finish on it, the slide was standard. Edwards offers numerous small and large bore tenor trombone configurations that will meet the needs of the most discerning musicians. Doug, love the horn, and LOVE the case. by Matt K Sat Dec 22, 2018 8:49 pm, Post Thanks again for all of your help and I really enjoyed just talking with you. The Joseph Alessi Artist Model tenor trombone is the result of experimenting further than we ever have before. When I got my Rath, they gave me $2,100 for my 20 year old Edwards, which was $600 more than I paid for it. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves, Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves and Harmonic Bridge, Bass Trombone with Dependent Axial Flow Valves, Bass Trombone with Second Valve Variable Tuning, Bass Trombone with Independent Conventional Rotors, Professional Bass Trombone in .562" or .562"/.578". The Brass Exchange has one of the best selections of top-notch used trombones in the web. Tenor Trombone with Axial Flow Valve and Harmonic Bridge, Tenor Trombone with Rotor and Harmonic Bridge. Edwards Trombones . Check with Doug first. White, Conn 88HSO Sterling Silver New Old Stock, King 2B H.N. Thanks for the copy! The communication was very fast between Doug and I and the descriptions were extremely accurate. The horn has arrived. Man, that thread died in January. by Bach5G Sat Jan 05, 2019 5:13 pm, Post It would be worth having it checked out, especially if you are so close to them. I am a returning trombonist. I am really pleased with my choice. Shires Q36GA Bass Trombone Demo Sale Price, King 2BPL Legend Series .500 Bore Like New, King 3BPLS Sterling Silver .525 Medium Bore Mint, S.E. Our newest trombone models are complete departures from our original modular designs. After nearly 30 years as an Edwards artist, Joseph Alessi, Principal Trombone of the New York Philharmonic, has developed a new trombone with the Shires team. i am really happy with it. ..6H and my 88H slide arrived in good shape. Doug took three of my horns, made them look better-than-new, and turned them into a custom alto trombone, a bell, and stunning new cases for my tenor and bass trombones. by blast Sat Jan 05, 2019 2:02 am, Post Most of them have found their dream horn after having tried them along side numerous other choices. B454-E. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves. Components that may work well in one combination or for one player or situation may be poorly suited to others. Nelson Hinds, Denver Area Freelancer, Arranger, Composer. Bjrn O. Bergholtz Norway. Thank you for your knowledge, and willingness to share it. The communication was very fast between Doug and I and the descriptions were extremely accurate. by ZacharyThornton Thu Jun 10, 2021 11:16 pm, Post Bjrn O. Bergholtz Norway. Other accessories like cases, gig bags, mutes, metronomes, tuners, mouthpieces, instrument stands, and lubricants can be found under the Shop tab. trombonists in the market for a new/different horn I'll be sure to send them your way. Doug's drive to especially help younger players is fueled by his own children who them selves are amazing young artists. by BGuttman Fri Jan 04, 2019 4:54 pm, Post When I reached out to Doug and talked to him, I knew I had found the right man for the job. For such a big commemoration, you desire a new instrument and your parents are willing to help you with that. I received the trombone (Bach 42G) in good order. We will be using your shop again in the future for the trombone he is currently still, I received the 1950's HN White King 2B Liberty on time! Thank you so much for spending the time to talk to me and make me feel comfortable with everything. This trombone is also compatible with the rest of the S.E. Have questions? Thank you very much for the good service and for the excellent CD. The slide is perfect. Note to international Buyers: We do ship worldwide and are happy to assist you. Copyright 2023 Edwards Instrument Co. All rights reserved. haven't been able to put it down since it came! Edwards Instrument Co. by Bach5G Sat Jan 05, 2019 6:13 pm, Post by harrisonreed Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:07 am, Post Customer service is top-notch. Used Trombones and other brass instruments such as euphoniums, trumpets, and other specialty brass is what we do. "Doug is an excellent trombone player and musician who has acquired encyclopedic knowledge of brass instrument history, specifications and playing characteristics. "Trombones cant hit pedal C" Well, here I am. I look forward to making some more purchases from the Brass Exchange. Do they tend to become fragile as they age? You never explained why you'd be careful recommending one. What's your playing level? Schools, Colleges, and Conservatories, Repairs, Modifications, and Maintenance, https://www.dropbox.com/s/cgf14aae0qnxn M.png?dl=0, Trombone icons created by Freepik - Flaticon. Those who have counseled waiting, or buying a quality used horn, are offering you wisdom, at a bargain price. If you can make it to Dillon Music in NJ, they have a huge selection of trombones. Add to this a unique talent for matching buyers and sellers and you understand the business model of The Brass Exchange. Features a 9" red brass bell, rotax rotary valve with gold brass open wrap, V slide .562" with gold brass outers and yellow crook. Learn More Love Your Trombone Maintaining your horn will not only make it last longer, but play better, as well. "Doug is an excellent trombone player and musician who has acquired encyclopedic knowledge of brass instrument history, specifications and playing characteristics. Responding to forcca, I will say that, while both Conn and Bach have built excellent instruments over the years, those horns have, over the last 20 - 30 years lost some of their luster in the professional arena, due to manufacturing inconsistencies. With all the different parts available, you can customize your Shires with virtually no limits. ". Carefully chosen appointments and features of this step-up instrument have been specifically tailored to fit the student who is ready to take his or her musicianship to the next level. I'm a recent fan of fixed horns and would highly recommend the T-396 as it allows lot's of ability to tailor the response without getting into the expensive hobby of swapping out larger parts. I'd hesitate to recommend a 10 year old Shires that is not in good condition. Doing business with The Brass-Exchange was quick and easy! My private tutor, Dr. Lee from Morehead State, She is an Edwards clinicians. Even in that case I would still buy a good used stock (Conn, Bach, Yamaha, another Q series) horn from a reputable dealer/forum member. I'm just getting an idea of the two, plus anything else there is. by Mikebmiller Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:21 am, Post Customers in other countries should visit our dealer page or call us at (800) 562-6838 to get the product pricing for your country. 260 Hopping Brook Road, Holliston, MA, 01746, United States. Tenortrombone-beker . Doug and I played duets for about an hour while I tinkered with lead pipes. . Forums; FAQ; Logout; Register; Board index. I have a long long time until a graduate. Nick Grinder, New YorkFreelancer, Recordoing Artist, "I'd recommend the Brass Exchange to anybody, anytime.". Who we work with, the way we treat our customers, we represent our instruments honestly. by TubaDavey Mon Dec 24, 2018 2:37 pm, Post Thanks so much! Thanks so much! trombonists in the market for a new/different horn I'll be sure to send them your way. Also, they may give you a trade in on your current horn. The Brass Exchange has one of the best selections of top-notch used trombones in the web. Shane B. Iowa, It goes without saying that I am happy camper. Shires Custom Series line. If you have a question about any of the items you see on this page, give us a call or send an email. by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 5:03 pm, Post (Bach 42B 1970's) It plays wonderfully and sounds great. Edwards Bass Trombone Bell X-Demo 1629CF. I was at All-State convention this past weekend and music dealers had horns to try out on, anyways. You might find that getting everything aligned properly might make it substantially better. He was playing Shires at the time. by castrubone Sun Dec 23, 2018 7:15 am, Post Press J to jump to the feed. For anyone looking to buy or sell a horn, Doug at The Brass Exchange should be your first stop. The slide is perfect. And, my professor says his Edwards slide is the best he's ever played. Thank you very much for the good service and for the excellent CD. Over the last several years Doug Bert and the Brass Exchange have provided an indispensable service to my teaching studio. It is currently Mon Dec 05, 2022 11:46 am; All times are UTC; Edwards vs Shires. Thanks for suggesting such a great horn. The horn is beautiful and just what I wanted. It is a pleasure doing business with you! ( think my mic sounds better here lol) We are a trusted resource where you can shop for trombones, new models, vintage, pre-owned, and used. Thanks for visiting our website. I just unwrapped my new (old) Bach 36G LT from Doug at the Brass Exchange. What did you lube it with? If this is your first trombone with an F attachment, don't spend a ton. I am very glad that I did! Reminiscent of the classic Elkhart bells from the mid-20th century, this red-brass bell with unsoldered bead produces a rich, warm sound with complex overtones and a wide palette of colors at all dynamic levels. I window shop his website regularly. Hindsight for me is the Edwards people have been more wonderful then their horns. I don't know where you live, but Shires has dealers in various places where you can try the various combos of parts. The valve components are tested thoroughly for accurate tolerances and perfect action at every stage of manufacture. I really like the tone of her horn, but I feel most of that somes from the individual playing the horn. In addition to Dougs honesty and attention is his extensive knowledge and experience concerning trombones and other brass instruments. Wayne Coniglio - former Ray Charles band member. Doug's drive to especially help younger players is fueled by his own children who them selves are amazing young artists. Doug vets each horn and honestly describes each one as he is himself an exceptional player. by BGuttman Sat Jan 05, 2019 7:23 pm, Post Shires 2RVE Vintage Elkhart Bell New Stock, Jerome Callet .500 Bore Hand Crafted Super Rare Mint, King 1485 Silversonic Symphony H.N. Great horn! Buying or Selling, We match our service to the fast-paced connected nature of the modern world with our mobile and tablet adapted platform. The tolerances have to be really precise. by Burgerbob Sat Dec 22, 2018 7:46 pm, Post by Bach5G Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:26 am, Post Start learning the art and science of how we do that. Always a great time going to St Louis. We offer many vintage trombones and other brass instruments for sale. by BGuttman Fri Jan 04, 2019 5:46 pm, Post Similarly, I stated that even a 10 year old top line instrument in bad condition is a bad investment. by harrisonreed Thu Apr 18, 2019 10:38 pm, Post looking forward to taking it to my first gig. Trombones at The Brass Exchange is our focus. by BGuttman Fri Jan 04, 2019 8:22 pm, Post Anonymous happy customer, Doug, The trombone is fantastic. I just unwrapped my new (old) Bach 36G LT from Doug at the Brass Exchange. Wow!!!! I will in the next few months be traveling a ton for college auditions. by BGuttman Sat Jan 05, 2019 5:00 pm, Post He has sold five of my trombones and I have purchased two from him so far.. Doug is smart, honest and great fun to talk to on the phone. Schedule a time with one of our experts to see which models and components will be best suited for your unique playing style. I suspect that Edwards has better penetration in the Midwest. Buying or selling, we are happy to help,and will do our best to meet your expectations. thanks doug for giving me an honestly superior, Hello Doug, The check arrived today for my father in law's two trombones. A different bell, leadpipe, or slide could have made it sound much better. Hi Doug i received the bag yesterday (Cronkhite Red Leather)- better then imagined. Edwards and Shires make all their valves themselves, no point in buying them from Switzerland. We handle the entire buying or selling experience from the beginning to the end. Post What a great instrument to play! Just got back with my killer Conn 62HI. I fell in love with it 'naked' and after a year and half finally started to toy with the pillars and am amazed at the different responses that can be dialed in. ..whoever does your slide work is amazingthe previous guy that I went to is no where near the caliber of your shop! Artist Models Trombone Options S.E. Thanks again for all of your help and I really enjoyed just talking with you. Getzen 725 or King 607? So, of course I'm trying to find the truth and what is right. by harrisonreed Thu Apr 18, 2019 12:36 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Style by Arty - phpBB 3.3 by MrGaby I think a great Conn 88 is a great horn for students for several reasons .it is cheaper and it is the most versatile horn of the large bores. If you have wondered what is the value of my used trombone and you have a trombone for sale we can help. And one is allowed to make an argument and support that argument, something I feel makes a conversation interesting. Edwards vs Shires. Shires Bass Single Axial Valve Section Mint, Mount Vernon Bach 36BG Vintage Early 60's, S.E. Youll save a lot of money and get a horn that will work very well for most of what youre going to do. Shires vs. edwards/getzen 14:19 on Sunday, February 11, 2007 Re: Shires vs. edwards/getzen 19:45 on Sunday, February 11, 2007 bobsacamano (158 points) On the Edwards, if the tone wasn't too good, as you described, then it probably wasn't set up correctly for you. The unsoldered, two-piece, light-weight yellow-brass bell allows the Alessi model to . Everything perfect. After asking it several times it's not worth it. This is a special instrument made by Edwards for bass trombonist Gerry Pagano. Shires draws its own slide tubes to precise tolerances, assembling them without tension, and aligning them carefully to assure smooth, trouble-free action that is second to none. We were discussing whether a 60 year old instrument is a good investment. by Keven Thu Jun 10, 2021 4:27 pm, Post What have you played? I'm in love, looks so damn pretty and plays even better. Another advocate of waiting. Thanks for the copy! Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. That can happen over time. Good quality, many different options, innovations coming from them. If you are looking for an instrument and would like to trade-in one or more that you currently own, call us today and we will guide you through the process. by Trav1s Mon Dec 24, 2018 2:09 pm, Post Somewhere on Trombone Chat, I read about Doug Bert and Brass Exchange and decided to contact him. or do you just want to start a new topic for discussion. The descriptions and pictures are spot on. Trombone Support Bar - S Brace for Bach/Shires etc. If there is a certain type of instrument you are looking for like Bach, Conn, King, Edwards, Shires, Greenhoe, Herb Bruce Custom, we can help you. Please call or email for a custom shipping quote. It`s been 2 weeks of heavy playing and I haven`t had to touch it yet!!! As you understand, we are both very pleased with our purchases. First offwhat a great circumstance! I am very very happy Doug. by Schlitz Mon Dec 24, 2018 4:39 pm, Post If your Q series isn't compatible with other parts you may have damaged it (or it may have never been right in the first place). So it appears we were talking past each other. by Ellefson Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:55 am, Post by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 6:16 pm, Post The Ralph Sauer Artist Trombone features a detachable-flare bell that enhances projection and allows use of a flat case that fits easily into overhead compartments on smaller aircraft. Over the last several years Doug Bert and the Brass Exchange have provided an indispensable service to my teaching studio. Edwards Instrument Co. I'd play the Q series until you get guidance from your university prof. A few years ago I ran into a friend at the Alessi Seminar in Eugene. Thanks, Doug, for caring about me as a musician and trombonist and for making this experience as straightforward and smooth as possible. i am really happy with it. by Bach5G Fri Jan 04, 2019 5:12 pm, Post B454-E Bass Trombone. by LeTromboniste Sun Dec 23, 2018 5:53 pm, Post by btone Mon Jun 21, 2021 5:52 pm, Post Wonderfully responsive and resonant, they also excel in solo and chamber music performance. Anonymous happy customer, Doug, The trombone is fantastic. In the market to buy, sell or trade a horn? The descriptions found on this site represent general observations, which hold true for the majority of players. The Brass Exchange is your trusted resource where you can buy, sell & trade used trombones and other brass instruments. I have already played the horn for some hours. Im very happy with the purchase. International orders are accepted but we need to hear from you first and process them manually. Or trade a horn Mon Dec 24, 2018 7:15 am, Post what you... 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