These were nice, professional-quality trombones, even if few professionals actually played them. Reynolds Contempora TO-02 Bass Trombone. Perfectly balanced for lightweight feel but strongly built to withstand the wear of heavy usage by the professional trombonist. 3 0 obj Contempora Bass Trombone, Model 72 [SN 22236, c.1950]. FA Reynolds Contempora Trombone (B-1-B) DS We are very pleased to offer here this FA Reynolds Contempora in fair conditionThis trombone was recently purchased from a local school band which was removing their excess musical instruments.This trombone has dented metal. The design provided players with a fast and simple way of lowering the overall pitch of the trombone to E and enabled them to play technical passages such as the low B glissando in Bartoks Concerto for Orchestra. No service needed to improve playability. Designed in collaboration with Kauko Kahila, Allen Ostrander and Louis Counihan, the "Stereophonic" was one of the first widely available bass trombones with two rotor valves permanently attached to the horn. Zigs extensions were really a very simple design. Body: nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass "R" counterweight. Pics tell the rest of the story! It is a sentimental favorite a decent, multipurpose instrument that is essentially a compromise sort of horn. 1(PJ F.A. Blue Book Categories. To the best of knowledge, the instrument specifications did not change, just the model numbers. Reynolds Contempora Bass Tromobone made in the 1960's. 40 watching. Bore: .500"Bell: 8" brass bellBody: brass bell; nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; rectangular reynolds counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; nickel-silver outer slidesFinish: baked epoxy coating; silverplate finish standard on later horns. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Contempora Bass Trombone, Model TO-01 [SN 69xxx, c.1962]. Cell Phone & Mobile Devices Computers Musical Instruments Audio Equipment Guns Video & TV Vintage Pro Sound Camera Equipment Copiers Power Tool Video Games Car Stereo. Tuba Trumpet Trombone French Horn Cornet All Types. Reynolds Contempora TO-02 Bass Trombone. 9 0 obj In the early 1950's, symphony members started playing with new ideas and bore/bell size combinations to find exactly what they were missing. 48 watching. . Terms of Use. Designed for beauty and rugged durability with nickel silver trimmings and Bronz-o-lyte bell. Premium brand in the Reynolds catalog for 30 years. <> <> Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: After Scherl & Roth took over operations in 1946, the engraving pattern changed to a vertical block lettering style. . [Contempora TO-12] The trombone used and recommended by advanced students and professionals. They look beautiful and play superbly. Finest metals, proper bracing and meticulous workmanship assure years of performance pleasure without costly maintenance. But where Reynolds trumpets and cornets are related to the H.N. After using school horns for a few years, namely an Olds Ambassador, and a Reynolds Contempora, I decided to graduate to a real instrument. Built in Bb, it features the double rotor valves for changes to F and E and, therefore, is in reality a "triple horn". Reynolds company at auction, all of the Contempora trumpets, cornets, trombones and French horns were made at the Olds factory in Fullerton, Calif. AmericanListed features safe and local classifieds for everything you need! Description from the 1977 Reynolds catalog: The TV-29 is specially designed for the marching band for greater maneuverability while maintaining exceptional response and intonation. This trombone originally 204246400543 The Reynolds Contempora bass trombone was born of a huge necessity for a light-sounding low-pitch trombone. Photos used with permission from Wil Salo [eBay: tubatuna]. The "Stereophonic" originally featured attachments that provided F and flat E tuning as this was the simplest way to add the chromatic low C and B notes to the end of the slide. Alto Trombone; Bb Tenor Trombone; Bb/F Tenor Trombone; Bass Trombones; Contrabass Trombones; 00 Series. Alto Horns Cornets Euphoniums Fluglehorns French Horns Mellophones Sousaphones Trombones Trumpets Tubas Reynolds Alto Horns Cornets Euphoniums Fluglehorns French Horns Mellophones Sousaphones Tenor Horns Trombones Trumpets Tubas Wurlitzer White. The larger-bore Contempora tenor trombone was available with a rotary valve and F attachment beginning in the mid-1950s. This instrument has recently been serviced and ultrasonically cleaned. BR-02 Contempora: F.A. Find great local deals on second-hand brass musical instruments for sale in SW71SE Shop hassle-free with Gumtree, your local buying & selling community. Reynolds" monogram-style (faint) engraving. Reynolds Contempora TO-02 Bass Trombone. The Reynolds Contempora Philharmonic single valve bass trombone was a contendor in its heyday of the 1950's and 60's. It was one of the premier professional instruments before the advent of the double valve horns of the late 1960's. TheContempora basses are widely viewed as having a lighter, less orchestral sound, but one with punch and clarity, especially in the middle register. Gb09;U.Ch&S{XgS b IHgt&"qX>t&"XwLz5@%zUuy~ict9F$Q~J$b^S The late-model Professional trombone was made at the Olds plant in Fullerton between 1971-75. Reynolds "Professional" Tenor Trombone with Sterling Silver Bell. 'More carrying power, best for tonal quality, fast response, finest intonation' are the enthusiastic comments on noted symphony players such as Allen Ostrander, Louis Counihan and Kauko Kahila about their new Contempora Bass Trombones. I know it had a leaderpipe because my mouthpiece fit the receiver. K\Ko07-R|9yOH{p_" eqX,! Reynolds Roth Contempora Trombone with F Attachment, Restored, Vintage + C $116.36 shipping . Another thought: when the Contempora name was introduced in 1949, most of the original Reynolds brass instruments were simply rebranded from F.A. dIWKV-H0x_B$xf1"
! Accessories: case. Choice of large bore with 8 inch bell or medium bore with 7 inch bell. Now, we know they most certainly hit their mark with the Contempora Symphony! Picture 1 of 2. This a very clean single trigger .565 bass trombone with single rotor and 10" Bronze Bell. [Contempora TO-11] Used and recommended by top artists everywhere. Mike Suter recalled the following story for the trombone-l community: In the early 70s, I was in Chicago and stopped by Schilke to say hi to Phil Warsip and look around a bit. Single Owner- played professionally for a few years in the mid 60's with Coast Guard Band, then taken back to the factory in '68 for a complete factory overhaul, Abilene, TX. Bronz-O-Lite bell flare has a distinctive nickel-silver tone control band which centers and projects the tone. Equipped with rotary change to F and E slide for perfect intonation in low pedal tones. This horn was made in Abilene Texas between 1969-1970. Germany, The Contempora large-bore tenor trombone with 8 inch bell has the F attachment that both extends your lower range and increases your slide facility. Copyright 2004-2022 ElShaddai Edwards. <> stream After CMI purchased the assets of the F.A. Contempora Bass Trombone, "Symphony" Model [SN 78045, c.1963-64]. The F attachment improves intonation and adds flexibility. Warsip just kind of smiled and said that Id pay for that down the road. The E tuning slide was pulled out, the extension angled around the F tubing above it, then the tuning slide was inserted into the end. Custom. SHOP +44 (0) 1484 660555; sales@rathtrombones.com; SHOP. Ordered before 17:00, delivered tomorrow. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Reynolds Contempora; Cleveland; .500 bore. So I picked up the bone and extensions, went out into the hall, pulled the tuning slide out of the D, stuck the Eb into it, then put the tuning slide into the Eb, and I had a Db extension! Plays a lot like an early Conn or Holton and is a terrific all-around bass for orchestra or jazz. Music Center of Kansas City There are numerous scratches and scuffs in the lacquer, with some tarnishing showing it's age of 40+ years. $30.21 shipping. Reynolds Bass Trombone [SN 20598, c.1948-49]. You'll find new or used products in Reynolds Brass Instruments on eBay. His horn is shown in the upper left below, along with several examples of custom-made extensions that have been spotted "in the wild". FE-11 Contempora Single: F.A. .562"-.578" dual bore bronze hand slide, "9" brass leadpipe open wrap rotax valve section, yellow brass tuning slide, 9.5" lightweight (550) yellow brass bell flare. The characteristic bronze-alloy bell and "Contempora" engraving would come later. or Best Offer. Reynolds: Tuba: 1964 - 1969: Built in Bb, it features the double rotor valves for changes to F and E and, therefore, is in reality a "triple horn". Bore: .515" straight boreBell: 8" bronze alloy bell with nickel-silver tone ringMaterials: solid nickel silver nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass R counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel-silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver mouthpiece receiver, hand grips and outer slide sleevesFinish: polished brass with baked epoxy. Model 70 with sterling silver bell (c.1946), Model 70 with brass bell and counterweight (c.1948), Model 70 with sterling silver bell and counterweight (c.1948). Note: This instrument has not been . Reynolds Contempora Bass Tromobone made in the 1960's. This a very clean single trigger .565 bass trombone with single rotor and 10" Bronze Bell. Reynolds to Contempora, e.g. The bell, in a 5/16th inch silver plated ring, is engraved, "Roth ' Reynolds Inst. There is a separate tuning slide for each of the three sections to keep you permanently in tune. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. There were slight adjustments to the model specifications compared to the Cleveland-made instruments. endobj The distinctive bronze bell was labeled variously as "Bronz-O-Lite", "Red Bronze" and a "special bronze alloy". By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. The Contempora line launched in 1949 with new trumpet and bass trombone models, followed by cornet and tenor trombone. Customized Bass Trombone, Mack Brass/Jinbao (China) Bb/F/D/B . Currency: The bell is sterling silver, like the Professional models, but at 8" and finely engraved with the "Contempora" script and gold inlay. Contempora Bass Trombone, Model TO-02 [SN 309xxx, c.1976]. TB-16 Contempora: F.A. Description. Bore: .515"Bell: 8" bronze alloy bell with nickel-silver tone ringMaterials: solid nickel silver nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass R counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel-silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver mouthpiece receiver, hand grips and outer slide sleevesFinish: baked epoxy coating, Bore: .515"Bell: 8" bronze alloy bell with nickel-silver tone ringValve: rotary valve with closed-wrap F attachmentMaterials: nickel-silver bracing and trim; brass gooseneck and tuning slide crooksSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; brass outer slides; nickel-silver mouthpiece receiver, handgrip and outer slide sleevesFinish: baked epoxy coating. The Contempora [TO-02] bass trombone has been designed for the professional and the advanced player. Model 72-X with 9" or 10" bronze bell, with the built-in slide to E. Model 78-X with double valve. I did, of course, and it turned out that since I approached him with the extension idea, they had received letters from three owners of TO-01s (if I remember correctly, one was from New Orleans, one from St. Louis, and the other from somewhere in Ohio) who wanted the same thing, except they had all asked for extensions in D. So now it wasnt such a crazy idea after all and he was ready to get serious about it. Buy Bass Trombones and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! The top is great as is the middle, but the bottom was stuffy for me. | Free shipping on many items! After CMI purchased the assets to Reynolds, trumpets, cornets, trombones and French horns were made at the Olds factory in Fullerton, Calif. King Musical Instruments (fonde l'origine sous le nom de H. N. White Company) est une ancienne entreprise de facture d'instrument de musique situe Eastlake (Ohio), Ohio, qui utilisait le nom commercial King pour ses instruments. Blue Book Categories. Circa 1976, the distinctive Contempora bronze bells were replaced with standard red brass. EUR Complete with deluxe instrument luggage and accessories. 16000: 1948: The Contempora brand was introduced in late 1949 according to U.S. trademark applications; the earliest recorded Contempora instrument is SN 20076 (trumpet). The bass trombone was evidently one of two new instruments introduced c.1949 to launch the new "Contempora" model line (along with the trumpet). Thank you! Sometime after Richards Music purchased Reynolds in 1961, the product catalog was renumbered. Played "as is", this can affect tuning and response, especially in the higher registers. About This Listing. Trombone icons created by Freepik - Flaticon. Reynolds: French Horn: 1961 - 1979: Description: . There is no engraving inside the bell. The .520" bore size was marketed as a "large bore" instrument at the time, though by current standards, the Contempora would be a medium-bore trombone, similar to the Bach 36. All Rights Reserved. Reynolds". While it doesn't appear in a c.1963 RMC/Reynolds catalog, the "Symphony" model continued to be produced during the RMC period. F. E. Olds was a manufacturer of musical instruments founded by Frank Ellsworth (F. E.) Olds in Los Angeles, California in the early 1900s. Reynolds Company. However, he appears to have only made straight tenor trombone models in his brief time at his own company. I have one one also that I like. There were slight adjustments to the model specifications compared to the Cleveland instruments. Sometime after Richards Music purchased Reynolds in 1961, the product catalog was renumbered. Norman Rowe recalls the story: I was the head tour guide at the Olds factory in Fullerton from 1967-1971 while a student at Cal-State Fullerton. Qty in Cart: 0. Bore: .520" (large) Bell: 8" bronze alloy bell with nickel-silver tone ring. Quite an uncommon vintage trombone! Serial Number: Year Manufactured---Serial Number: Year Manufactured: 73000: Mar. White and then developing his own instruments. A Bass Trombone played and enthusiastically endorsed by symphony players in this and foreign countries. Trombone Reynolds Emperor With Case. C $177.77 + C $56.06 shipping. The Reynolds trombone is the result of forty years' intensive study and experiments, embodying the most desirable features of construction which these years of experience have proven to be of value. 49xxx 1958 Trombone Contempora "R" counter-weight 49858 1958 Trumpet Herald large bore The old numbers were replaced with a new scheme that reflected the type of instrument. Quality craftsmanship and precision engineering provide a rich, full sound. Cell Phone & Mobile Devices Computers Musical Instruments Audio Equipment Guns Video & TV Vintage Pro Sound Camera Equipment Copiers Power Tool Video Games Car Stereo. (l) Olds one-piece brace; (r) Reynolds three-piece brace. Handslide is very good, this model did not have a slide lock. 30000 1952 Instruments start to be branded "Made by Roth-Reynolds" instead of "Made by F.A. As with the Emperor's nickel-silver bell flare and the Contempora's bronze-alloy bell, it is unknown if the resemblance to an Olds design feature was coincidence, competition or collaboration with founder Foster Reynolds, then working at F.E. F.A. The Brass Exchange @ 2022 All Rights Reserved, Reynolds Contempora Bass Trombone Vintage 60's. Then, about ten years ago, I sold him an early Reynolds bass that was in as new condition. White small brass that Foster Reynolds designed, e.g. Sponsored + C $91.91 shipping . In spite of the tenor-bass trombone's wide range, a distinction has been made in recent times between the tenor-bass and bass trombone - both work according to Sattler's functional principle and both have the same length of tubing, but the bass trombone has a wider bore (from 13.8 mm), a wider bell (from 24.8 cm), an additional valve (either Eb or D) and a larger mouthpiece. The Reynolds single-valve bass trombones have a characteristic lighter sound with plenty of bite that makes it attractive for big band and other settings where today's broad, dark orchestral sound is not desired. 23000 1950. Used Rath R9 Bb/F/Gb/D Professional Bass Trombone in lacquer. The change in engraving patterns happened around SN 9000. . I was told that it is a big bore trombone, without the F attachment. %PDF-1.4 Materials: solid nickel silver nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass "R" counterweight. Find great local deals on second-hand brass musical instruments for sale in E105SQ Shop hassle-free with Gumtree, your local buying & selling community. Reynolds Company. or Best Offer. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. EUR He still plays it. It's not known if these military instruments were uniquely made as part of a government contract and served to proof out the design before Contempora launched, or if they represented an earlier version that needed to be improved. In 1970, Reynolds sold the Abilene (Texas) plant to Conn and merged all production lines with Olds in Fullerton. The single rotor converts the normal B bass trombone to F. Separate F tuning slide and an E slide with adjustable stop guage. Photo source: eBay. There are engravings around the bell rim where the ring would be. Hey! Contempora: 20-M .458 : 4.75 : 3pup . Here is a Conn Coprion bell (left) and a stripped c.1958 Contempora bass bell (right): Reynolds "Philharmonic" Contempora Bass Trombone (introduced c.1955-56), Bore: .564"Bell: 9" or 10"Materials: bronze-alloy bell; brass main tuning crook and gooseneck; nickel-silver bracing and trim, outside slide tubes and slide receiverValve: rotary valve with closed-wrap F attachment; second tuning slide to E; brass with nickel-silver outer slide tubesSlide: brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves; chrome-plated nickel silver inner slide tubes; chrome-plated hand gripsFinish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish. This model is a terrific horn with a great big full sound. Would make an excellent first bass for any player looking to use as a practice tool (tenor guys looking to . Vintage F Reynolds Trombone s#17270 w/ tweed case for parts repair . Reynolds monogram-style lettering to a lengthwise script that simply says Reynolds. Plays a lot like an early Conn or Holton and is a terrific all-around bass for orchestra or jazz. French Horn Trumpet Trombone Tuba Cornet All Types. Browse search results for Music instruments for sale in Poquonock Bridge, CT. AmericanListed features safe and local classifieds for everything you need! Description from the 1977 Reynolds catalog: "The TV-29 is specially designed for the marching band for greater maneuverability while maintaining exceptional response and intonation. - Powered by. Like the Olds Super model, the Contempora tenor trombone features a nickel-silver tone ring, or kranz, around the edge of the bell flare. Some lacquer wear. Reynolds Co. becomes a division of Scherl & Roth by mid-1946. Reynolds (Cleveland, Ohio) Trombones from Reynolds' first decade of operations feature an ornate engraving pattern across the width of the bell flare. Finish: clear lacquer finish. FRANK HOLTON T-303 ElkHorn Wis. Trunpet Comes With A Case - $406.97. It has the "R" counter-weight. These contracts allowed the relatively new company to continue focusing on making band instruments when more-established manufacturers, e.g., F.E. Has a bell diameter of 8 inches. The purpose of this website is to preserve the history of the F. A. Reynolds Company and the distinctive qualities of its brass instruments. The top artist-grade tenor trombone in the Reynolds line with all of the features expected by the professional. <> endobj 2019 Gibson SG Standard '61 Sideways Vibrola Vintage Cherry OHSC Papers Trumpet Trombone French Horn Tuba Cornet All Types. F.A. Has a big splashy bottom end and plays easily. 32431 1953 Trombone 70 Roth-Reynolds 32733 1953 Trumpet Contempora [Ayick] 32778 1953 Trumpet Contempora 40-L; 0.462" bore; 4-5/8" bell; "Roth-Reynolds Inst Co" 328xx 1953 Cornet Contempora Roth-Reynolds [Nick D.] . This allowed brass and nickel-silver components to be mixed or matched on different models. Olds trombones than the King trombones produced by H.N. Foster Reynolds made trombones from the beginning of operations in his factory, a reflection of his familiarity with the instrument from decades of work on King trombones at H.N. Reynolds "Stereophonic" Contempora Double-Valve Bass Trombone (introduced 1958), Bore: .564"Bell: 10"Materials: bronze-alloy bell; brass main tuning crook and gooseneck; nickel-silver bracing and trim, outside slide tubes and slide receiverValve: two rotary valves with dependent F/flat E attachments; brass with nickel-silver outer slide tubesSlide: brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves; chrome-plated nickel silver inner slide tubes; chrome-plated hand gripsFinish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish. [6] Contempora (1949-1979). It has "Contempora," about 9 inches long, rather fancily engraved along the length above the bell. 23000: 1950: 30000: 1952: Instruments start to be branded "Made by Roth-Reynolds" instead of "Made by . The main bell engraving changed from the vertical F.A. by Davidus1 Wed Jul 25, 2018 7:50 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Style by Arty - phpBB 3.3 by MrGaby Circa 1949, Reynolds redesigned the bracing on the trombone line. Bore: .500"Bell: 7" brass bellBody: nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass R counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves and handgripFinish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish, Reynolds Professional "Sterling Deluxe" Tenor Trombone, Bore: .500"Bell: 7" sterling silver bell with hand-burnished, gold inlay engravingBody: nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass R counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves and handgripFinish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish, Reynolds Professional "Sterling" Tenor Trombone, Bore: .500"Bell: 7" sterling silver bellBody: nickel-silver gooseneck, tuning slide, bracing and trim; brass R counterweightSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves and handgripFinish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish, Reynolds Professional Trombone with F Attachment, Bore: .520"Bell: 8" brass bellBody: brass tuning slides; nickel-silver gooseneck, bracing and trimValve: rotary valve with F tuning attachmentSlide: chrome-plated nickel silver inner slides; brass outer slides with nickel-silver sleeves and handgripFinish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish. 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