[Keith Ridenhour]

http://kride.net/LinkClick.aspx?lin...BuescherHoltoncollegate.mp3&tabid=332&mid=884
I paid 180 for this alto and will sell it to my student for that if he wants it. I really like it alot. K ( I only play when I teach alto so I need easy. K)

 

[goodsax]

I think the Holton compares very favorably with your Buescher in this a/b demo. Sounds good.

 

[Seasax]

what set up are you using, you get a great sound!

also what mike did you use for that recording?
it doesnt peak at all

 

[soulysax]

The Holton has more of a Desmond thing going on. Nice sound. Nothing wrong with it for $200. In fact if the the student is a newer player his/her parents may appreciate the softer voice.

Now the Buescher, definately more of a lead/bop sound. For the more experienced player like yourself thats the keeper. Well, unless you want an inexpensive back up for those softer moments.

 

[Keith Ridenhour]

Using a Meyer 5 piece and a shure BG 4.1 mik and goldwave as a recorder. I like the Buescher tone but that pearl left hand thumbrest really bothers me. I think I'll get rid of the Buescher alto and try to get something with a decent tone and intonation on the cheap. (I"m not teaching alot so I wont' put alot of money into the alto) Thanks for the feedback. K