I had a S-5 which was made right before the buyout. Nice horn for jazz. Couldn't calm it down for classical.
Post Selmer buyout 400 altos - What do you think?
I'm currently evaluating a number of altos for a friend and an upcoming sale soon (keep your eyes peeled folks 
) Two of which are Buescher 400 models with serial numbers placing them just after the Selmer buyout. This is the first time I've played any of these horns and I'm very impressed. So much so, I'm thinking of keeping one for myself. Value wise, I can only find one current dealer (junkdude) offering this model for $825. That seems like a decent price, but I have nothing else to compare it to.
Both of these horns play very nice. One is a little brighter and lively than the other. The second horn has pretty butter like tone. If I do keep one, It's going to be hard to decide.
Please share any experiences you have with these horns.
) Two of which are Buescher 400 models with serial numbers placing them just after the Selmer buyout. This is the first time I've played any of these horns and I'm very impressed. So much so, I'm thinking of keeping one for myself. Value wise, I can only find one current dealer (junkdude) offering this model for $825. That seems like a decent price, but I have nothing else to compare it to.Both of these horns play very nice. One is a little brighter and lively than the other. The second horn has pretty butter like tone. If I do keep one, It's going to be hard to decide.
Please share any experiences you have with these horns.
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Well the ones I'm looking at are dated at just about the same year (1965?) as the takeover. I doubt there's much change in them. I'm thinking hard on keeping one. Sweet sounding alto with a bit of kick to it
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