Each consignment horn that we sell is thoroughly tested by our staff to ensure that you are receiving a quality product. These are the thoughts that were shared by our staff:
This Alexander Compensating Descant horn is a rare find! Handcrafted in Gold Brass, Alexander produced this model wrap in the 1960s to 1970s, and is not currently available new. It stands in Bb, with a High F trigger. This particular horn also features a stopping valve. The in-slide main tuning offers greater tuning range and stability than most tuning bit setups. While it currently plays well overall, this would we a great candidate for a valve rebuild for many more years of professional use.
Specifications:
- Key: Bb/High F
- Bell: Medium taper in Gold Brass
- Leadpipe: Gold Brass with Nickel Receiver
- Slides: Nickel inner/outer with Brass Crooks
- Features: Stopping valve
- Includes: Extra Main Slide in Yellow Brass
- Alexander Alligator/Wood Hardshell case included
Compression Ratings
1 | 2 | 3 | ||
F | 5 | N/A | 4.5 | Trigger: 5 |
Bb | 5 | 4 | N/A | Stopping: 3 |
Photography courtesy of Lynn Means at The Maker's Melody.
Each consignment horn that we sell is thoroughly tested by our staff to ensure that you are receiving a quality product. These are the thoughts that were shared by our staff:
This Alexander Compensating Descant horn is a rare find! Handcrafted in Gold Brass, Alexander produced this model wrap in the 1960s to 1970s, and is not currently available new. It stands in Bb, with a High F trigger. This particular horn also features a stopping valve. The in-slide main tuning offers greater tuning range and stability than most tuning bit setups. While it currently plays well overall, this would we a great candidate for a valve rebuild for many more years of professional use.
Specifications:
- Key: Bb/High F
- Bell: Medium taper in Gold Brass
- Leadpipe: Gold Brass with Nickel Receiver
- Slides: Nickel inner/outer with Brass Crooks
- Features: Stopping valve
- Includes: Extra Main Slide in Yellow Brass
- Alexander Alligator/Wood Hardshell case included
Compression Ratings
1 | 2 | 3 | ||
F | 5 | N/A | 4.5 | Trigger: 5 |
Bb | 5 | 4 | N/A | Stopping: 3 |
Photography courtesy of Lynn Means at The Maker's Melody.