[KobayashiReedist]

Hello guys! I can't quite afford the new saxes right now as a university student studying jazz double bass.... so I'm trying to get one of these Saxes used.

The Selmer Bundy II for 400$
http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/msg/2610160092.html

Conn 20m for 350$
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...s-brass-Alto-Saxx-Conn-20m-W0QQAdIdZ303015343

Some 1970s Conn for 350$ UPDATE: This is apparently a Shooting Star, going to look into it more.
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAd?A...BAAAAAgAAAAAU3JOAv7kEhJSVBJEoax/8kRxbBeWk8vQ*

Conn 18M for 150$
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...-brass-Conn-alto-saxophone-W0QQAdIdZ309596280

Also... I wouldn't hesitate to see if the music stores carry some used YAS-23s

Please and thanks Hope someone has some experience with these models!

So excited to start playing!

 

[Dave Dolson]

Welcome to SOTW. I can't comment specifically about those models you listed because I have not played any of them (as if one example is indicative of the whole model line - it isn't). I'd suggest that you find a seasoned alto saxophone player and ask him to evaluate the horns with you, preferably in person. Being a jazz bassist, I'm guessing you know someone who may be willing to help you. DAVE

 

[KobayashiReedist]

Welcome to SOTW. I can't comment specifically about those models you listed because I have not played any of them (as if one example is indicative of the whole model line - it isn't). I'd suggest that you find a seasoned alto saxophone player and ask him to evaluate the horns with you, preferably in person. Being a jazz bassist, I'm guessing you know someone who may be willing to help you. DAVE

Whoops, how rude of me! I forgot to introduce myself to the community! Ahhh, I should do that later haha. Thank you Dave! I've read many of your posts on here about various models of saxophones. Yes, I actually do know a few saxophone players and one of them agreed to come with me to test out the horns and give his opinion! I'm so lucky haha. He has personally experienced Yamaha YAS-23s and Conn 20Ms. So I guess I might get one of those.

It could never hurt though to hope for a second opinion! Maybe someone has experienced the other ones too. I've read a few things on the Bundy II so far. It's still hard to choose which to get!

Anyways! Thanks for the reply! Hope I can delve into the community!

 

[JayeLID]

IMHO, the best horns on that list are actually the Conn Director and the Bundy.

You made a mistake, the Conn Director is NOT a '70's horn...look at the engraving...it reads USA...which means it's a '69 or earlier Director model...it's a 50M, made in USA. These are good horns...people do what you just did..mistake them for the Mexico-made Directors. But these are good players...intermediate or better level horns by today's standards. Seller is making a mistake which is a great benefit to you. A 50M in good shape is worth around $400-450...although it out-performs most Altos priced up to $1200....

The 18M's and 20M's are...if I may say so...pieces of crap. They are early 80's horns, completely retooled and redesigned from their historic predecessors...and while they ARE built solidly enough....they sound really icky...

 

[KobayashiReedist]

Oh, Thanks Jaye! I didn't notice that. I just took the person for it! The guy actually has 2 of them he said, one of them has better lacquer in tact though. He's selling them for 350 and 400.

I'm looking at the Bundy II right now though, it seems like it's in good condition. It's serial says it's made sometime after 1995 I believe... and not sure where it's made. Going to try both out I hope.

Thanks for the advice !

 

[JohnGalt]

Stay away from all Bundy II's. The other ones depend on their condition.

 

[JohnGalt]

I've never had a studnt with a Bundy II that didnt have problems (due to horn).

 

[KobayashiReedist]

I've heard bad things and some good things about the Bundy II . Thanks John for sharing your personal experiences though!

I'll try it anyways because it's right around. My sax friend should be able to tell if it's bad or good... (I hope). Who knows! Maybe I'll get lucky!

 

[JohnGalt]

Best of luck!

 

[SuperMadHatter]

If you can try the Bundy II before you buy it may be worth it. I bought one for my son when he started out and it played great! Also well built. I was surprised, being a fan of vintage saxes. Just another opinion.