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Author: jdbassplayer
Date: 2019-01-31 19:36
While I am a huge fan of vintage instruments, an instrument with tuning issues is the last thing I would want to deal with. In addition to spending hundreds on a full overhaul, you may also need to pay for voicing and tuning, which can get expensive fast. It also sounds like you might need a longer barrel or even a different register tube.
Meanwhile, you can get a very decent wooden Eb from China for $500 (or $1000 for a Kessler if you want a warranty and a guarantee that it has been gone over before purchasing it).
Personally I wouldn't put the money into it unless you know it will be a great player. The only vintage Ebs I consider worth putting a significant amount of money into are Selmers and Buffets, as they have a very high resale value and generally fix up nicely.
-Jdbassplayer
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gayla5ft2 |
2019-01-31 18:57 |
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jdbassplayer |
2019-01-31 19:36 |
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Ken Lagace |
2019-01-31 19:47 |
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Wayne Thompson |
2019-02-02 04:56 |
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gayla5ft2 |
2019-02-04 08:04 |
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Ursa |
2019-03-04 15:50 |
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Ken Lagace |
2019-03-04 18:35 |
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