Author: Stephen Froehlich
Date: 2001-10-30 16:38
Most of the modern composers/arrangers are eager to use the lower notes on the low C Basses. You really won't run into anything you can't do with an Eb horn, though. I've seen players get too fascinated with the low range and transpose stuff that shouldn't be transposed. The Basses role is NOT to just double the Tubas.
The problem is essentially that there are no cheap Low C Basses - they're relatively new and all top-of-the line professional instruments. Therefore, you can't expect to find a good used one for less than $4000.
On the other hand, this has depressed the value of some of the best Low Eb horns, for example you can pick up a Selmer Model 33 in decent shape for ~$1500 off of eBay and elsewhere.
For anything less than a steady, professional gig, a good Eb Bass is definitely adequate. Honestly, I think it would be cheaper to get a good Eb horn, get in good shape and have an extension added.
Dave S: how do you like the extension you made for your Kohlert and how much do you think one should pay for one of these?
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