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This guide is meant to show you what to look for and ask about when purchasing a used musical instrument.It is always best and fair to ask your seller for very specific details about the instrument you are interested in. Without this information, it is difficult to make an informed decision.Even with all this information, it is often best to consult with Mr. Lenker before making a purchase. Sometimes, even if everything works, the brand may not be one that is trusted to benefit your child. 0600075Sample Price ListYou may find instruments for less, but these are general prices for used student name-brand instrumentsUsed Flute: $200 - $500Used Clarinet: $250 - $600Used Alto Sax: $400 - $900Used Tenor Sax: $500 - $1200Used Trumpet: $200 - $750Used Trombone: $300 - $1000Used Baritone: $800 - $2000Used Tuba: $2000 - $4500Used Percussion Kit: $150 - $50000Sample Price ListYou may find instruments for less, but these are general prices for used student name-brand instrumentsUsed Flute: $200 - $500Used Clarinet: $250 - $600Used Alto Sax: $400 - $900Used Tenor Sax: $500 - $1200Used Trumpet: $200 - $750Used Trombone: $300 - $1000Used Baritone: $800 - $2000Used Tuba: $2000 - $4500Used Percussion Kit: $150 - $500Remember to always meet a seller in a public location and be willing to negotiate to a fair price.The River Region has a few stores that offer quality used instrumentsLisenby’s Music Shop(334)730-0326831 South Memorial DrivePrattville, AL, 36067Art’s Music Shop, Inc.(334)271-27873030 Eastern BoulevardMontgomery, AL, 36116Capitol Music(334)277-9990866 Plantation WayMontgomery, AL, 36117Buying an instrument in person is preferred but if you like using the internet, you can search using a Brand Name on the Facebook Marketplace You can also find a quality instrument from a relative, garage sale, thrift stores, and pawn shops that are work a look. Happy hunting!A Guide to Buying Used Musical InstrumentsEssential Information to help you make an informed decision about a band instrument for your student Produced for students of the:Holtville Middle School Band655 Bulldog LaneDeatsville, AL, 36022Kevin Lenker, Director(205)329-1683kevin.lenker@ ALWAYS GO BY BRAND NAME!Brass Things to look for when inspecting a brass instrument:- Most dents, scratches, and stripped paint are not important. Most blemishes like this are cosmetic and do not affect how the horn plays.- Push all the buttons, push all the valves, pull out all the slides, test all the springs. If there is something stuck or doesn’t spring back, the instrument will need to be serviced.- Blow some air through it. If the air is having trouble getting through or if you feel or hear air leaking, something needs to be fixed.- Check to be sure the instrument has water keys (Trumpets, Baritones, and Tubas should have 1 or 2, Trombones should only have 1)- Plan to have your brass instrument professionally cleaned after purchase.- Trust the brand of the instrument rather than the price. Even if it is “cheap”, there is a greater chance it will break and parts for “cheap” instruments are not easily found. Woodwinds Things to look for when inspecting a brass instrument:- Check and touch all of the pads on the instrument. Look for frayed or torn edges, and if they are hard and brittle. Discolored and broken pads made need replacing. - Check the mouthpiece of the Clarinet and Saxophone. If it has a chip or scratch, there’s a high chance that it won’t work properly.- Push all the buttons and keys. If they get stuck, take hard pressing, or swing too freely, they will need to be checked or replaced. - Put the instrument together. If it is difficult to make all the parts interlock, the cork will need to be greased or replaced. - Dents in the Flute headjoint are mostly okay. Dents in the body or a missing cap on the headjoint are a major issue, needing service.- Very rarely will a used woodwind instrument not require a repair or service. - Trust the brand of the instrument rather than the price. Even if it is “cheap”, there is a greater chance it will break and parts for “cheap” instruments are not easily found.AccessoriesWhat your instrument should come with. If it does not have these things, they will need to be purchased to be fully prepared. - Flute: tuning rod (metal or plastic)- Clarinet: ligature (small metal piece that fits over the mouthpiece), cork grease, cleaning swab (cloth or silk) - Saxophone: adjustable neck strap, ligature (small metal piece that fits over the mouthpiece), cork grease, cleaning swab - Trumpet/Baritone/Tuba: metal mouthpiece, valve oil, slide grease- Trombone: metal mouthpiece, slide oil.- Percussion Kit: Snare Drum, snare sticks, Keyboard/bells, mallets, stand, drum key- All instruments: Case: Most should have at least two latches. Check them to make sure they work well. Also check that the handles are not worn or frayed.Nametag (on case): All instruments should have identifying information on them. ................
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