How do you identify a Conn saxophone?
On the back of many Conn saxophones (and other woodwinds) you will find a bunch of numbers and letters. The format varies somewhat depending on whether it is a New Wonder of Standard model. This is the date the patent was granted for the drawn tone hole patent. This is the patent number for the drawn tone hole patent.
Is Conn a good saxophone brand?
With a few exceptions, old vintage “pro-model” Conn saxophones made in Elkhart, Indiana are considered good instruments. Common Conn pro-model numbers you can usually count on include the 10M tenor, 6M alto and 12M bari.
How much is a used Sax worth?
Analysis Based on the Following data:
| Used Saxophone | Price Range | Examples in Reverb.com |
|---|---|---|
| Alto Saxophone | $4,000 – $9,000 | Link |
| Tenor Saxophone | $5,000 – $11,000 | Link |
| Soprano Saxophone | $4,000 – $7,000 | Link |
| Baritone Saxophone | $5,500 – $10,000 | Link |
How do you date a Conn saxophone?
Note: From 1987 to present, add 50 to the serial number prefix to calculate the year of manufacture….C.G. Conn Instrument Serial Numbers.
| C. G. C.G. Conn Saxophones 1976 – present | |
|---|---|
| Date | Serial # |
| 1979 | 111821 – 128691 |
| 1980 | 128692 – 145001 |
| 1981 | 145002 – 154753 |
How do you identify a Conn trombone?
On Conn trombones I believe(!) that the serial number is stamped near where the slide and bell sections are joined. Check the number stamped there against the Conn brass serial number list. This should tell you what year the instrument was built.
Where are Conn Selmer saxophones made?
Conn-Selmer manufacturing facilities are located in Elkhart, Indiana; Cleveland and Eastlake, Ohio, and Monroe, North Carolina.
Where are glory saxophones made?
China
These saxes are mass produced in China & identical saxes are marketed on Amazon under different names.
What is a vintage saxophone?
The term vintage saxophone has been used to describe everything from 100+ year-old horns—which would really be considered antiques in the truest sense of the word—to modern horns with a faux vintage finish. For example, this is my Evette & Schaeffer HP baritone from 1886. This is, in fact, an antique.
Where should I sell my saxophone?
The options are actually quite simple and include: Craigslist, eBay, Reverb, consign through a shop, or sell whole sale to a music retailer. There are a couple of key points to remember when selling anything of value: The higher the price, the longer it will take to sell.