So, I'm selling my student trombone (that my parents bought new for me in 1996 for $400) and I'm trying to figure out the value of it. I've done some internet research and found some other similar ones that are going for $100-$300 based on the serial number. My trombone is an EK Blessing and it is in good condition (a little dusty though), and it has two very good mouthpieces. Can anyone help me out? Thanks!
Posts: 29 | Location: Seattle, WA, USA | Registered: 05-31-03
I checked with a music teacher friend and he says that the value should not be lower than your folks paid for it, unless it's been badly handled. He says that musical instruments stay pretty much the same, if they are in good condition uinless they are veryfancy, in which case they would appreciate (like a Stradivarius, I suppose!) So if I were you I'd try at least $400 and see. Althouh\gh I'm not in USA, I should think the same thing applies all over.
Toni
Posts: 27 | Location: Cape Town, South Africa | Registered: 08-19-06
OK, I have a response from Bill Drain, a very good friend who is an expert and extremely knowledgeable in this area. I can only speak for the UK, but he assures me that in this country your trombone would be worth between £145 & £195. At today's rate of exchange that puts it between $275 & $375. Personally I would clean it up as much as you can, and give it the best service possible before asking rather more than the amount which you suggest. I agree entirely here with Tony B above. Everyone tries to knock the price down on second hand items, and if the thing looks and feels well-maintained it reduces their confidence when you show reluctance to accept a lower offer. I would give the same sort of attention to the case also, so that the whole package is as attractive as you can make it. Good luck! Ritz.
Posts: 3457 | Location: Marple Cheshire UK | Registered: 06-04-02
