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  1. What do you think is the best model Buescher alto

    I am starting my quest to find a Buescher alto to keep my Conn Tranny company. What do you like? What do you not like. Give me the scoop please! Gary

    Started by z06gman, 07-20-2010 12:24 AM
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  2. I'd never played a Buescher until this.

    Never have I played a sweeter sounding alto. I didn't know what to make of having no front F so I played no altissimo in this clip. These things really have a unique character that I've never encountered before. It's like drinking regular water your whole life and then discovering crystal...

    Started by littlewailer, Yesterday 05:29 AM
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  3. lucky 156

    My 1951 aristocrat 156 came in from an ebay win yesterday, and tomorrow it goes in the shop. I dodged a big bullet, as the fellow who shipped it put 6 crumpled up sheets of newspaper randomly in the case, as padding, duct taped it shut (once around the seam, and twice around the body, "that'll hold...

    Started by click, 08-30-2010 02:37 AM
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  4. Another "Buescher Booster" - Dance Man Hal Kemp

    Hal Kemp (http://www.google.com/search?source=ig&hl=en&rlz=1G1GGLQ_ENUS284&q=hal+kemp) (1904-40) led one of the most popular big dance bands of the 1930s. He typically led his own sax section on alto in highly showy arrangements, and was an artist endorser for Buescher instruments, appearing...

    Started by paulwl, 09-01-2010 05:32 PM
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  5. Need advice/info on Buescher alto saxes

    Hi guys. I need some help/advice on Buescher alto saxes. Last night I had the chance to play 2 Buescher altos. One was a Buescher 400 Alto Sax #561xxx ($895) and the other one was a Buescher True Tone Alto Sax #229xxx ($1100). Both of them were absolutely great, original lacquer, top playing...

    Started by chinux79, 07-28-2010 10:13 PM
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  6. Original Big B on eBay

    Probably doesn't belong here, and no, this isn't my horn, but there's an original lacquer (or lack there of) Big B Tenor on eBay looking cheap right now. http://cgi.ebay.com/Brass-Buescher-Big-B-Aristocrat-Tenor-Sax-Saxophone-/300460829429?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item45f4dc6af5

    Started by maddenma, 08-30-2010 03:21 AM
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  7. TH&C and Series I C# problem

    I am sure there is a thread out there with a fix on this but I can't find it. My problem is the pinky cluster/C# pad/key is a tad lazy on my TH&C and my Series I tenors. It is the same mechanism on both rigs and often times that pad doesn't really want to close all the way. It is not a leak,...

    Started by pbob42, 07-02-2010 01:30 PM
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  8. What does Buescher have that makes it unique?

    Why get a Buescher horn? I know they're affordable, but what do you think makes a Buescher horn a quality vintage, and more importantly, what do you think makes a Buescher better than a Conn/King/Selmer/etc.?

    Started by jaygold14, 07-15-2010 11:10 PM
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  9. Old Buescher (Elkhart) Baritone Octave mechanism. Need help-

    Hello! Please excuse my poor english! I have had this old Baritone for 10 years and have decided to overhaul it and get a new neck for it, since the neck I have is old and beaten up. I was thinking of bying a gloger neck for it, since he offers necks for buescher baritones. The problem is that I...

    Started by lfrank, 08-09-2010 03:40 PM
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    08-21-2010 07:13 PM Go to last post
  10. Aristocrat Key Guards

    Hello, i am in the market for a low cost, vintage alto saxophone, and have come across a Buescher Aristocrat on ebay that i am interested in, On the ad, it does not include a serial number, or the date of the instrument, i will email the seller for it, but in the mean time.... I noticed...

    Started by JKeeper, 08-19-2010 09:18 PM
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  11. Vintage Buescher, to overhaul or go newer....

    Please forgive me, I am not up on my vintage Buescher models, which is why I figured I would ask the experts. I have a student who is trying to decide if they should buy and overhaul the vintage Buescher they've had on loan or try out a newer, updated step-up instrument. I don't know exactly...

    Started by daviderato, 08-18-2010 12:39 AM
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  12. Anybody know where to get replacement Norton Springs?

    Need one. I have extra snaps.

    Started by pbob42, 08-17-2010 02:02 PM
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  13. Repadding an aritocrat bib b alto

    Question. Should I order the standard Aristocrat set of pads from Musicmedic or should I measure every single keycup and order them individually?

    Started by Felipe53, 08-17-2010 03:27 AM
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  14. Wink 200

    Are Buescher 200s good for anything but boat anchors? - they're heavy enough!:shock:

    Started by martin_porter, 08-15-2010 10:22 AM
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  15. Buescher Super 400 info

    I've owned a Buescher Super 400 tenor since my parents gave it to me for Christmas in 1962. The serial number is 384xxx. I've recently started playing the horn again, and would appreciate any information about it. The horn still plays great, IMHO. Is it a Selmer or Buescher? Roughly, what...

    Started by PWinter, 12-16-2003 04:07 PM
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  16. Windsor Buescher alto sax serial number? type?

    Hello, I own a Windsor Buescher alto sax serial number 383853. It is golden in color, with a little engraving on the bell. I bought it used in high school 1978 and played it a little but then not at all and kept it in good condition all these years. The action seems very good on it and it has...

    Started by lisaseer, 07-30-2010 04:25 PM
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  17. Aristrocrat Silverplate

    Here is my Buescher Aristrocrat Alto 290XXX.

    Started by ploing, 07-31-2010 01:24 PM
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  18. Holy ned!! Newly gold-plated New Aristocrat @ eBay

    Alto, of course, seemingly done up as an offering to the memory of Mr. R. New engraving added too, loads of it. http://cgi.ebay.com/Buescher-Aristocrat-Alto-Sax-/120601428639 Seller/tech is Mark Aronson of Bettendorf, IA. He does great work, BTW, as I know from having him o/h a horn once (no...

    Started by paulwl, 07-30-2010 04:32 PM
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  19. How much is this Buescher Aristocrat 307957 alto worth?

    If anyone has any idea - I've done some research on Ebay and online, and the price range varies quite a bit. Also, I can't find models for sale that are too close to this serial number, so it's hard to know what it should be priced around. It's apparently in good condition (still haven't seen it),...

    Started by dalhigonthier, 06-20-2010 08:20 PM
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  20. Getting to know my "new" tenor Aristocrat, but I have some questions ....please!

    I recently acquired via Ebay a 1945 "Big B" tenor relacquer, ser. #308271. I bought it as a player, so I'm not so concerned with its "value" being diminished by the relacquer. It feels LIGHT to me, though, relative to its size. My Selmer VI alto feels more solid and denser. Could the buffing...

    Started by dalegregg, 05-22-2010 11:13 PM
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  21. Atristo 157? (tenors)

    Hi, There isn't much on here about Aristocrat 157s, with the back bell keys. Has anyone on here played one of these enought to really have a sense of their sound and feel? And how they compare to 156 and earlier Aristos? I am talking about tenors. Thanks, ed

    Started by edsel00, 07-29-2010 03:07 PM
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  22. Nickel keys on big b horns?

    My 1941 Big B alto has nickel-plated keywork. I haven't seen any horns with this finish on ebay or on saxpics. Was this finish more rare that just the regular gold lacquer?

    Started by Saxmachine82Z, 07-29-2010 10:39 PM
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  23. Big B low C# stickiness

    The low C# on my big b alto seems to bind somewhere. I removed the entire lower stack and inspected the rod and posts and they look fine. When I put everything back together and tighten the rod back down, the C# binds. Has anyone had this problem before? Any advice would be great.

    Started by Saxmachine82Z, 07-29-2010 10:37 PM
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  24. Gold-Plated Beauty of a True Tone Alto on CL (unknown seller)

    Just ran across this today in Seattle-area CraigsList. I'm not in the market, but this looks awfully good for the money (asking $1,100) from the crummy pictures. Maybe you vintage buffs can give some input. http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/msg/1865099931.html It's in my general...

    Started by Mick Stuppguy, 07-27-2010 11:58 PM
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  25. Advice on overhauling Aristocrat Alto

    I have an Aristocrat Alto that has been overhauled at least once back in about 1976. It is either a 335xxx or a 385xxx very difficult to read the serial. I played the heck out of it through college and then put it away (1988) in pretty worn out condition. My son is now playing and ready for an...

    Started by soilmapper, 07-07-2010 03:35 PM
    aristocrat, buescher, overhaul
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  26. 1961 Super 400: good deal?

    This Super 400 from right before the Selmer USA takeover looks like a lot of horn for the money. Thoughts on this, Buescher fans? Is this (assuming it's set up well) going to play and sound like it's TH&C big bothers? cheers, ed

    Started by edsel00, 07-22-2010 08:21 PM
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  27. 1939 Buescher Aristocrat, what part is missing here?

    Hi, I just purchased a 288xxx Buescher Aristocrat tenor. It's missing a part (pictured, circled in green where it should be). I've only played clarinet and not the sax, so I'm not sure what this part is called and better yet if it's readily available or available at all. I bought the horn for less...

    Started by Madrona, 07-16-2010 12:06 AM
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  28. Buescher Aristocrat ergonomics

    i have a problem with the Conn 10M ergonomics especially the C# left hand little finger......hard to play is the Buescher Aristocrat better in that term ? its a long time ago i played one.....

    Started by supersonic, 07-07-2010 01:56 PM
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  29. What would be the market price for this Buescher Top Hat & Cane

    Hi I am looking at the Top Hat. The horn was made around 1949-1950 and it is B11. Some repaired dents, re-soldering on some posts. What would be the market value of this one? Thanks for any input.

    Started by Prone64, 07-14-2010 05:23 PM
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  30. I need to confirm some stuffs

    Hi all, I just bought a bundy 1 tenor (691XXX) and it sounds very goood! Identical to my conn nw tenor. I heard that bundy 1s are actually made by buescher ever since selmer bought over. Is that true? My horn is made between 1975 to 1980. It does look abit like trutone, the bell aspecially....

    Started by bLu3sU3d3, 07-02-2010 06:41 PM
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  31. What is a fair price for a Buescher Alto , vintage 1954

    Hi All, Among my horns I have an Alto TT ca. 1930 and love it. I have a friend a retired Music Teacher who has asked me if I could sell his Buescher Alto for him, he bought (His Father) the horn new in NYC in 1954. He hs not played it regularly for forty years, since he has two Selmer Mk VI &...

    Started by olhonker, 06-26-2010 02:21 AM
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  32. What do you Buescher experts think?

    Started a new thread in the manufacturing section about this fascinating Buescher find. Please post your thoughts there if you have any guesses about what the item is; http://forum.saxontheweb.net/showthread.php?140539-Brass-Patterns-special-for-Paul-Whiteman-s-band!

    Started by soybean, 07-06-2010 05:47 AM
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  33. What pros use Bueschers/how do they hold up?

    Hi all, I'm curious as to who uses vintages Bueschers - working players. I'll have a chance (been going on a long time) for an Aristocrat I alto in September and I'm curious how they are regarding intonation, etc. compared to modern horns. I also get both extremes when I ask about...

    Started by rossbu, 07-22-2009 02:23 AM
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  34. Poll Poll: SOTW experts, is my Buescher a relaq?

    So I have this Buescher Aristocrat Big B alto saxophone, serial number is 297232. It's lacquer is shiny, almost TOO shiny. And it's not that dark honey lacquer that most Buescher Aristocrat owners talk about. It's more of a Yamaha-yellow lacquer. Also: Engraving is not dull, but not very sharp....

    Started by jaygold14, 06-28-2010 01:03 AM
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  35. Buescher 156 Tenor for Contemporary music?

    For people with experience, what is your opinion of how well a 1950 Buescher tenor would work for modern music. I am playing on a Jody Jazz DV 10. I play a lot of top 40 stuff and funk. I need a modern sound (i.e. Whalum's solo from "I will always love you"). Considering trading for a...

    Started by ekdowlin, 04-06-2010 04:16 PM
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  36. Flute

    My grandaughter has a Buescher flute, it plays well, seems modern, who made it please ?

    Started by bechisbest, 06-27-2010 09:33 AM
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  37. Cool My First Buescher... Now what?

    I am a relatively new player and late bloomer. I have a Taiwan Vito tenor and a great interest in vintage horns. I just bought a Buescher 400 alto from the bay. I know never buy what you haven't played, but I have had good luck so far. I am excited and a little confused about this alto. It has no...

    Started by Newsy, 06-17-2010 04:20 AM
    4oo, alto, buescher
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  38. So what do you think this Series IV C-Melody is actually worth?

    Yeah, it's unusual in a positive way in that it's a series IV C-Melody and it also has the original warranty card. On the down side, it appears to have the original pads in not wonderful condition, missing a number of bumpers and probably clanks to high heaven if it's even playable. Been relisted...

    Started by maddenma, 06-14-2010 02:12 AM
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  39. I never thought about plating my Buescher stencil with Brass...

    New plating option that I just hadn't thought about before. Double plated brass! http://cgi.ebay.com/Older-Buescher-Alto-Saxophone-Brass-Plated-/260619693407?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cae24ed5f

    Started by maddenma, 06-14-2010 01:21 AM
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  40. Buescher Serial numbers

    Is there an overlap of serial numbers between Big B's and 140/156 aristocrats? Saxpics says that they've seen a big b 334XXX and a 140 330XXX. The reason I'm asking is that I'm looking at an Aristocrat alto that is 333XXX. Would this more likely be a Big B or 140? Thanks.

    Started by zxcvbnm, 02-03-2008 09:49 PM
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  41. Question Buescher Aristocrat Big B Alto Questions?

    I'm thinking about buying a 1940's 297xxx Big B model for $600, I want to know how the ergonomics are, and if the keywork is too "vintage." Also, what's your mouthpiece/reed recommendation for an alto Big B? Thanks, also feel free to describe your experiences with the horn! (Alto)

    Started by jaygold14, 05-11-2010 05:15 AM
    aristocrat, buescher, mouthpiece, setup, vintage
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  42. TH& C Intonation/tune

    An appeal to the combined wisdom of Buescher lovers, technicians and any body with an opinion. problem: a year ago my beloved 2973~~ TH&C tenor arrived from the US , freshly re-padded by the vendor. Out of the box it played beautifully and intonation presented no obvious problems. I continued...

    Started by Silver Fox, 06-06-2010 09:37 AM
    intonation, th&c
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  43. Buescher "BIG B" tenor 1945

    Okay, I did it. I'm hoping I didn't get hosed too badly. I bought on Ebay a 1945 Big B tenor, relacquered and looks beautiful in the photos. I paid $972, including freight. Supposedly recent overhaul with the relacquer. Where can I learn more about this model and its place in history, and how...

    Started by dalegregg, 05-18-2010 02:37 PM
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  44. Buescher Bari - Serial# 408XXX - Yay or Nay?

    I'm looking at buying a Buescher 400 bari to add to the collection. The serial is 408xxx. That puts it after the Selmer buyout, right? I read that the quality of the bari around this time was still good bc they prob were still using pre-buyout parts in the making... Any truth to that? This...

    Started by Duhrdy, 05-28-2010 10:55 PM
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  45. Buescher S-40 tenor any good?

    Is this a decent horn? No engraving on the bell, looks similar to the 30's designed aristocrats (bell to body brace, Keyguards) but it is a 1962 model according to the serial # I have a couple of 50's aristocrat altos and I am interested in trying out a tenor.

    Started by spiderjames, 08-30-2003 04:03 AM
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  46. Finally! Buescher Aristocrat

    Well I finally managed to pick up the horn I've always fiended after, the Buescher Aristocrat. I'm really happy with the tone, but I'm a bit confused between the serial numbers vs series… I have a horn with a SN 353xxx, which I believe to be a series iv, but the keys are still on the left side. ...

    Started by StrayCat, 07-10-2009 07:15 AM
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  47. Buescher Trutone straight alto sax

    I'm researching this sax and would be glad of any information on them eg. how many were made,variations etc.I do have sight of one in the U.K. and would like to contact owners to discuss details.Thanks in anticipation...Nik.

    Started by nik bak, 07-31-2006 08:01 PM
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  48. Aristocrat Question / McLaughlin Group

    Quick Question -- McLaughlin Group style: Aristocrat 381k: A sweet, punchy Buescher, or an early 60s Bundy II? Pat Buchanan...

    Started by robko626, 04-14-2010 03:54 PM
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  49. would someone please tel me ...

    if this sax is worth 350...and anything else that would be helpful? http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/msg/1750720137.html

    Started by jordanreed, 05-22-2010 11:45 AM
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  50. the buescher true tone tenor. trying to figure out some info about mine. low serial.

    Today I was lucky enough to acquire a buescher true tone tenor low pitch silver saxophone with the serial number 160XXX. I am guessing it dates back to before 1930's as it has a lower serial than a few of the same horns I found on here. What approximate year would this horn date back to? ...

    Started by evllkleen, 03-28-2009 11:24 PM
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    05-20-2010 06:47 PM Go to last post

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