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I've got an opportunity to pick up a Conn 444N clarinet for about $400 ($430 with shipping). I've inquired with the seller, (it's a shop, not a private seller) and they're reporting there's no sign of major repairs in the past, and they haven't done any since it was sold to them. They've done a full pro cleaning and servicing of the horn.
Right now I've got an old Vito student model horn that I was planning to work on while learning to double (it's currently in the shop for an overhaul). I've done a little research and most of what I've read is that the 444N is one of the more highly-prized jazz horns (which is what I'll be playing). I'm hesitating a little because of the price. $400 seems a little too good to be true, but I'm not as familiar with how pricing on clarinets work compared to the sax. I know my TH&C was a real steal (partly because the Bueschers are undervalued in general) so I wouldn't doubt the possibility of the same here.
I'm going to see if I can get some better pics of the horn (it appears to be in good shape, but the pics aren't the best), but I would appreciate any advice.
Right now I've got an old Vito student model horn that I was planning to work on while learning to double (it's currently in the shop for an overhaul). I've done a little research and most of what I've read is that the 444N is one of the more highly-prized jazz horns (which is what I'll be playing). I'm hesitating a little because of the price. $400 seems a little too good to be true, but I'm not as familiar with how pricing on clarinets work compared to the sax. I know my TH&C was a real steal (partly because the Bueschers are undervalued in general) so I wouldn't doubt the possibility of the same here.
I'm going to see if I can get some better pics of the horn (it appears to be in good shape, but the pics aren't the best), but I would appreciate any advice.