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by 2006Jackpot
(2 posts)
2 weeks ago

1980s Conn vs New Chinese alto sax

Looking to get back into playing after some 35 years. 
Played a 1976 Conn shooting star back in the day.
Wondering if a 1980s Conn would be better than a new Chinese horn.  
I know the MexiCONN are not well reguarded, but thinking it would be better than the new low price Chinese horns.
Thoughts? 


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  2. by JonHuff
    (124 posts)
    2 weeks ago

    Re: 1980s Conn vs New Chinese alto sax

    In general, I would pick the Conn, assuming you get one that has been well maintained and doesn't need a full repad or anything. The really cheap new stuff that you can buy for sub-$500-600 isn't worth your time. Soft brass (you can bend it in your hand) and poorly built (keys start falling off before too long) would just lead to frustrations.

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    1. by 2006Jackpot
      (2 posts)
      2 weeks ago

      Re: 1980s Conn vs New Chinese alto sax

      Thanks - thats what I was thinking as well. I appriciate the 2nd opinion

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