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I am shopping around for a bass trombone to use in my big band.
I am really looking for a Benge 290, but I'll take any leads.
My price range tops out at $1000-$1200.
Thanks!

Wallace,

You have good taste in trombones if you are looking for a Benge 290 bass trombone. I wish you luck in finding one----it's a killer bass trombone. I owned one for three years and played it in orchestra/choral groups. The horn has a great sound, particularly in the low range.

You might want to consider a price range higher than what you stated. Example, I sold my 290 two years ago for $1495 to a school bandmaster in Missouri. Good luck, and I hope you find a great buy.

Ace

I have a Getzen 1062, heavy red bell with light weight dual bore slide. Unlike the Benge it is a dependant valve system, but is a beautiful horn in excellent condition. $1250 plus shipping.
ken k

That's a great price on Ken's horn. The Getzens are excellent for big band playing. That particular model (1062) was designed with input from Dave Taylor.

An excellent source for used trombones is: http://www.trombone.org/classifieds/instruments.asp

trombone.org also has an excellent forum.