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jerrynotes New Member
Joined: 19 Oct 2020 Posts: 1 Location: Memphis, TN.
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Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2020 8:40 am Post subject: Selling horns during a pandemic |
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I have a couple of vintage horns that I am thinking for putting up for sale. However, with so many wind players out of work due to the pandemic, I am wondering if it is even worth posting ads. Can anyone comment on whether they are seeing a downturn in demand for vintage horns? |
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scottfsmith Veteran Member
Joined: 27 Jun 2015 Posts: 474 Location: Maryland
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Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2020 9:18 am Post subject: |
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It seems that way to me based on watching eBay... I am seeing a lot more re-listings where the horns were at pretty reasonable prices to begin with.
For me I confess it has been a positive as I am not a professional musician and have finally been able to buy some old Besson trumpets since there are more good ones at reasonable prices. So there are still buyers out there, just more sellers and fewer buyers than usual. And many things are still selling so it seems worthwhile to at least try. _________________ Thane Standard Large Bb / Monette Unity B6-7M mpc
Lots of vintage trumpets and mouthpieces |
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Shawnino Veteran Member
Joined: 27 Jun 2020 Posts: 255
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Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2020 11:59 am Post subject: |
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Strictly anecdotal, but I still see a market for higher-quality stuff. The lowre-quality gear is what isn't moving. |
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jrodrigu New Member
Joined: 10 Oct 2020 Posts: 1 Location: Columbus. Oh
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Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2020 5:15 am Post subject: |
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It doesn't hurt to try! Whilst I was unsuccessful selling my horn, I managed to make a wonderful trade with a member and make a new friend. So I guess depending on what you're looking after, maybe it could work out? |
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