Re: In search of a NECK
jamterry- I actually found this wonderful horn in a pawn shop. In the short time it was in the shop, someone there gave the wrong case and neck to a customer that bought another horn. Still, I couldn't pass this beauty up. (especially for the price- the pawn shop had no idea what it was) It's in such gorgeous shape; 99% org. lacquer, no damage. All of the org. pearl keys and rollers are present. It's a gem.
I've thought about a custom neck...but that can be pricey. Perhaps I'll go that way when I earn it as a player. For now, what do you guys think about getting a neck from an old Elkhart?? Those lesser horns seem to be readily available and I've heard they used the same tooling, just a lesser quality brass. Even those old student horns can be better than many modern intermediate ones. I wonder if it would compromise sound. Thoughts??
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