The 'American' Horn sound is characterized by the Conn 8D. When Conn moved to Abilene, TX they lost the quality that helped them hold that title for the 'American' sound. After many years, including a moving of the factory to Ohio, and soon back to Elkhart Indiana, they came out with the Vintage 8D. Conn went back to what made them famous - and this is that horn.
This one is in almost new condition. I could only find the tiniest of indications that it is a used horn - even the case looks new! At this price it's cheaper than many intermediate/student model horns from many other famous makers. Compression is great at 1.9 and the original (like new) case is also included.
Here's what Conn says about it:
Based on the 1937-1957 design of the Elkhart 8D, the Vintage 8D offers custom stress free assembly and vintage design to create a versatile instrument throughout all registers. The lightweight, annealed bell provides response and tone charactarisitcs similar to that of Elkhart-built 8D's - large, dark orchestral sound and quick response. These qualities are further enhanced by the annealed mouthpipe and first branch. Parts are assembled as "stress-free" as possible by focusing attention on component fit. This process is aided with the use of multiple-piece bracing that ensures precise fit while at the same time, minimizes tension. Other classic elements include soldered-on bead rings and vintage style rotor caps that help distinguish this horn.
