Custom Conn Director's Bb Trumpet

Brand Name:Band and Orchestra,Trombones,Conn,
Model Number:
Custom Conn Director's Bb Trumpet
Min.Order Quantity:one set
Price:889USD
Packaging Details:Hardshell Case of Custom Conn Director's Bb Trumpet
Delivery Time:Within 3days after payment
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Supply Ability:82

Product Description

This model from 1956 is one of the more highly desirable trumpets made by Conn. Copper Bell, Marching Men, and Shooting Stars on the bell. Original hang tags included.

The "Shooting Star" is the unofficial name of the early . These were built between the early fifties to 1970. The trumpets derive their name from a series of stars which are engraved along on the main tube, near the bell. The trumpets from the 50's, with the diagonal braces, are a little more desirable than the sixties model. The early models seem to respond better and project better, although the sixties models are decent too. The valves are a little noisy.... but not under pressure. They project a warm, mellow tone. Not the bite or the edge that an Olds Ambassador has..... but a smooth jazz or pop orchestra sound.

The Directors are built tough and will last for decades. The and 18b are the corresponding model numbers for the Director series in the fifties. The 18b being made with a copper bell... giving it a darker more centered tone. The sixties model numbers changed to the 15b (brass) and the 17b (cooper). Most student horns were built with thicker skin... no exceptions here. This kept them from being dented easily by rambunctious students. Many players learned on these horns, with their 4 5/8 bell diameter bell and their free blowing ease of use, many more players will be weening their lips on these trumpets.