The information should give the date and factory for any Conn. The serial number is 6 digits long with no letters, so obviously the above code system does not apply to my horn. Any clues?? Helen Read. I believe this is wrong. My 8D was made in the sixties and starts with M. Make any sense? My '68 model 8D has an all numeric serial number. I have called UMI several times and they have looked up serial numbers for me. The UMI information number I called is Now where does my Conn Quartermaster fit?
I've had it since , and i'm told it was about 20 years old then. Jones a Conn Serial Numbers. Peter Macdonald. Reply to author. Report message as abuse. Show original message. Either email addresses are anonymous for this group or you need the view member email addresses permission to view the original message.
A few weeks ago, someone in this newsgroup was asking how to interpret Conn serial numbers. I had saved the following items from the horn discusssion list a few months ago and am posting them now. They seem to tell everything you need to know. Bryan Higgins. Helen Read re Articulate Mandible. Idunno about the rest of you, but my Son's 8D was allegedly built in the '60s and carries a six digit serial number starting with 8.
The valves have good compression. And the slides all move. There is also one small patch on the inner wrap, and the pinky hook has been replaced. Finally, someone has engraved"" into the valve caps. Fingerprints should be wiped This instrument comes with a hardshell case in slightly worn condition, and a mouthpiece in good condition. Conn 6D from the highly-desirable N-Series.
While the 6D is marketed currently as an intermediate or student instrument. The models from the Elkhart Days could very well be professional instruments. This one is in good condition with a couple of complaints. Like most student instruments, it has seen some use, including some small dents on the leadpipe visible in the pictures and elsewhere on the horn.
The bell segment has seen major repairs in the past, and creases can be seen on the bell flare. The bell has been reshaped well, though, and the horn is in playable condition and plays quite well. Cosmetically looks not so good. It has been recently cleaned. With rotors restrung and aligned. There are a few small dents and evidence of lots of repaired dents. Great horn for a student on a budget.
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Serial number: Some lacquer wear on curve of bell throat. Dents and scratches throughout horn. Slides smooth! Rotors excellent! No mouthpiece. Please look carefully at each picture. Your satisfaction is our 1 priority. We strive to be a"5 star" seller in every category.
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As for the aesthetic condition of this horn, there are small pings, scratches, and pitting throughout the instrument, and the throat of the bell is slightly rippled.
There is also evidence of dent removal on the bell. The leadpipe has had several patching sessions, and we decided to have the outside of the leadpipe heavily plated in nickel to prevent any further wear or corrosion. Therefore, this horn is finished in pure brass, and may have to be polished every This instrument was constructed in Conn's Elkhart factory.
The valves have good compression, and the slides all move. As for the aesthetic condition of this horn, there are some small pings and scratches throughout the instrument, as well as tiny pits and patches of discoloration throughout the horn, and two small patches; one on the leadpipe and one on the inner wrap.
There are also some unattractive soldery repairs. This instrument comes with a brand new hardshell case, and a mouthpiece in good condition. Both slides and valves are all working. No mouthpiece comes with the horn. I am selling this with the idea that someone will put some money or time into this horn taking the dents out of it.
The case looks much like the 40s and 50s ones that I have seen from Conn. With Elkhart on the bell it was made before Conn moved the tooling to Cleveland. And building them side by side with the King horns. So these were made by the old Conn factory workers old world craftsmanship I listed this horn before.
But the buyer was not up to buying the horn after the auction closed. So please do not bid unless you intend to win the auction and buy the horn. There are small dings and light scratches on the instrument. Plays nicely. Serial number is E We have an excellent feedback rating and will strive to keep it that way.
If you are dissatisfied in any way with your purchase PLEASE contact us promptly and we will do whatever it takes to make it right. We will ship worldwide as long as there is no prohibition of the item in your country. Email for shipping quote. List your items fast and easy Offering a Conn 6D Double french horn. Semi project. Has a lot of lacquer wear and dents as in photos. Bell in pretty good shape. Valves work and compression seems good. Most slides move freely. Some solder joints as in photos.
Some serious dents on back bow and in some areas as in photos. Although some issues a viable horn with lots of life left. Be aware of overall appearance and condition and that it may need work.
This Conn 6D double horn looks a bit rough but is in great playable condition. It has been shop adjusted to play well. All slides and valves are working well.
The rotors have new strings as shown. The lacquer is rough and there is a patch on the bell section as shown. This would be a good 2nd horn for practice or for a beginning double horn student. It comes with a new gig bag and mouthpiece. The original silver plate finish is in good condition. But there will be some scratches and imperfections as with any original finish. The finish has been cleaned and professionally polished. Serial number is M dating to The French Horn has been completely restored.
Dents removed, the original silver plate finish polished and new gold lacquer finish on tuning slides. A case and a mouthpiece are included. I have personally used this company for over 10 years for my band members and myself. The 6D is one of the models I highly recommend for advanced student an.
And plays very well. As for the aesthetic condition of this horn, there are some small pings, dents scratching and pitting throughout the instrument, as well as silver loss on the bell throat and inside the bell. The bell shows evidence of dent removal and is scratched on the inside of the bell.
I also believe that several pieces. Such as the valve caps and several braces, have been replaced and are not factory original. All this is visible in the pictures. And none of it affects the playability of the horn. This horn has U. Which I believe stands for the Conn 'Stagliano Model' 6D Double. Incredibly nice playing early vintage professional horn!
Description: Up for auction is an incredibly rare. And important piece of American history. Teamed up with some of the more prominent horn players in the U. Company released this'Stagliano Model' 6D in This should not be confused with the 6D that we know of today as a student double horn.
This is one of the first genuine'American' designed double horn, and absolutely stacked against any of the highly desirable hand made horns of the time. Kruspe, Schmidt, Geyer, etc. These original Stagliano Model horns are quite rare. However what makes this particular instrument incredibly rare is the fact that it was produced in the first year the model was ever released.
There are references that would indicate Conn had developed the instrument, and it was in the hands of James Stagliano in , but the model was officially released in Not only was this horn produced in , but the serial number would indicate it was produced very early in the year.
Likely produced in the first couple of months of In addition to the Stagliano Model 6D, Conn later in developed the Model 8D, and has ever since claimed a dominating position in the industry for producing some of the finest horns on the market. As rare as this instrument might be. This is first and foremost an incredibly well playing and powerful piece of musical equipment. These Pre-War 6D professional horns were the horns used by many principle and other professional hornists of the 's and 's.
Noted and modeled after the brass Kruspe Mod. Horn has just been professionally serviced. All slides pull all bracing is in tact. It has been retied. And had new corks put in. Has some dents, and original lacquer finish is scratched up from normal use. Comes with case, no Mouthpiece. Europe means countries that take the Euro for currency, if you are from a former eastern block country please email for permission to bid.
You are responsible for Shipping Cost, as well as Customs Fees. We will not lie on the customs forms. International sales are as is no returns. International Buyers— Please Note: Import duties. Taxes, and charges are not included in the item Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. For Sale here is perhaps the most beautiful Elkhart Conn 6 D you will ever find. There were still the orchestra players who were faithful to the Conn 6D, which was the professional horn of choice for decades.
In all that competition the K series was considered by many one of the best. I found this horn with perfect valves and slides. But in need of a"beautician" The result is a horn that plays like it just came from the factory and looks almost the same. Pitch is dead on, tone is wide open, and the horn speaks equally well in the low and high registers. Just don't ram your fist down the bell like a large throat horn. It comes with a fair condition Conn 2 mouthpiece and an excellent condition genuine Conn case.
Conn 6D Double French Horn in excellent working condition. This is a vintage horn made at the Elkhart factory. The valves are tight and the slides work well. The lacquer is worn as one would expect for a 44 year horn. This is a great horn for a beginner through intermediate player. Comes with a mouthpiece and case. Serial Made in Elkhart ca. Tapered rotors and bearings String linkages The Conn 6D is an excellent choice for students who are ready to move up to their first double horn.
The small throat bell and unique wrap make this a very responsive horn that is well suited for players at a variety of ages and skill levels. An estate find. Presented in as-found condition, instrument looks nice- see all photos. I know little about instruments. But happy to answer questions as best I can. I can get it to make some noise having never blown in one before.
Hope that informs you a little about condition as well. I believe this is a model 6D. Not sure, serial number is H The three valve levers operate easily but one releases a little slowly. Includes mouthpiece and other parts you see in the photos. Includes the hard case shown. Key is included. Photos show the item s you will receive. You pay what the Shipper charges. Never a penny more, shipping charge will be printed on shipping label. Your item s will be very carefully packaged and shipped quickly.
See my feedbacks Colorado residents add 4. International bidders: Sorry. No international sales due to ebay rules and international restrictions. Conn Elkhart 6D double horn. For parts only. Rotors are totally worn out.
And it would be expensive to have the valves rebuilt. Don't even think about it! It has some value. All slides are complete. No damage anywhere. Main tuning slide is from a Conn 4D, not original 6D.
Valve caps are original and good. Bell is original. But beat to death. No patches, no cracks that I could see.
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