I have been left in a bit of pickle, and I really have no idea what to do. I value the opinions of the members here so your views with be appreciated.
As you’re aware I ordered a bespoke Adams E2 Euphonium, which I love. Exactly as I wanted, it is with one possible exception - the best euphonium I have played.
The problem is this. The one instrument that I would ever change from the Adams to, is probably going to available to buy in the next few days. It is the very first Boosey & Hawkes Round Stamp Sovereign made. It was made for Lyndon Baglin, and I have briefly owned it previously. Its owner bought it directly from Baglin himself in 1991 and with the exception of the two years I had it, has used it ever since.
I do not have the money to be able to buy it outright and keep the Adams.
What should I do?
It is an iconic instrument and is quite unlike any B&H or Besson Euphonium I’ve ever played.
I guess I can always order another Adams at a later date, if need be. I certainly do not need need two euphoniums, although the greedy bugger in me likes the idea.
It’s a fascinating predicament!