How do I find out what year my trumpet is?
Trumpets will usually have a serial number on either side of their center valve. Depending on the brand, the serial number can tell you when or where the trumpet was made, allowing you to determine its vintage status and age.
What happened to Kanstul?
Kanstul, founder and President of Kanstul Musical Instruments died in Anaheim, California following a short but quickly debilitating illness at the age of 87.
Where is the serial number on a trumpet?
On a trumpet, look on either side of the center valve for the serial number.
What is an old trumpet worth?
The good news is, used prices are low. Most YTR-2330s on eBay sell for between $300.00 and $500.00, but you can find good-condition instruments for as little as $200.00.
Who owns Kanstul?
acquires 107 Year Old California Company to Expand Their Footprint in KCMO & Across the Globe. August 20. 2019 (Kansas City, MO) – Finalized on May 16, 2019, Kansas City-based U.S. Brasswind manufacturer, Best American Craftsmen (B.A.C.), purchased California-based Kanstul Musical Instruments Company.
What is the rarest trumpet?
Severinsen’s Getzen 3001 trumpet has not been played and has only been touched by gloved hands. The trumpet looks like new and still has its original packaging. Severinsen autographed the certificate of authenticity. These are limited edition trumpets designed by Severinsen, which makes them incredibly rare.
Where can I sell trumpets for cash?
Where to sell used trumpets
- Pawn Shops. The advantage of selling directly (not pawing) to a Pawn Shop is how fast the transaction can be made.
- Local music shops.
- eBay.
- Facebook groups/marketplace.
Are old trumpets worth money?
Are olds instruments good?
The original Olds instruments of the 1930s through the mid-1960s were truly great horns that stood toe-to-toe with the finest horns made. The Olds Recording, Super Recording . . . and the Reynolds Contempora and Argenta trumpets were truly fine horns. OK, FE Olds now days is made by the Blessing company.
What is a good price for a trumpet?
Beginner trumpets usually range in cost from $400 to $1,200. Intermediate, or step-up trumpets usually range in cost $1,200 to $2,300 and entry level pro trumpets (still largely played by advanced students) around $2,400 and up.