I'm looking for a cheaper horn to play out with a NOLA/Balkan style brass band. I don't really feel comfortable taking my Willson out. I'm finding the amount of listings on ebay to be overwhelming and was wondering if I could have some guidance on what brands/models/years I should be looking for. I prefer a bell-front design for the type of music I'll be playing, and something <=$500 though I'd be willing to go extra. I know it's a tall order, but my goal here is to find a good quality horn for the cheapest possible price. Cosmetics aren't a huge concern, in fact I kind of like the worn-down look of vintage instruments.
A few I'm watching include this Holton:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-195.../163895249232?
And this one (why is it so much cheaper?):
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Holton-185-...QAAOSwCONdcsbB
This Olds:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Olds-Ambassador-3-Valve-Baritone-Horn-Ser-208686-with-Detachable-Bell/264656292171?hash=item3d9ebe894b:g:AR4AAOSw4KdeWBB d
Could anybody let me know if I'm on the right track or looking in all the wrong places? I'm feeling pretty blind out here...Thanks in advance!
A few I'm watching include this Holton:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-195.../163895249232?
And this one (why is it so much cheaper?):
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Holton-185-...QAAOSwCONdcsbB
This Olds:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Olds-Ambassador-3-Valve-Baritone-Horn-Ser-208686-with-Detachable-Bell/264656292171?hash=item3d9ebe894b:g:AR4AAOSw4KdeWBB d
Could anybody let me know if I'm on the right track or looking in all the wrong places? I'm feeling pretty blind out here...Thanks in advance!
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