Alto trombone

Are you considering taking up alto trombone playing and want to ensure you don’t end up with subpar gear that you’ll regret as you advance in skill? Well, I’ve got something for you!

The YSL871 Custom alto was first introduced in 1982 and was in production for several years during the eighties. Yamaha recently reintroduced a similar alto trombone with the same model number, potentially causing confusion. However, the one I’m offering is definitely from the older series, recognized for its ease of play. Switching from tenor to this one is relatively straightforward!

It features a 0.470-0.490 dual-bore yellow brass slide and a one-piece yellow brass bell. The instrument is in excellent condition, with the lacquer starting to develop some patina, giving it a distinctive look that some might even find better than new!

Price: 2050$
1885 EUR
1770 CHF

FAQ Questions

Here are some answers to questions I frequently get on how to buy a used trombone from me. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have further questions!

Q: Do you ship internationally? 
Of course! All my prices include international shipping.

Q: How do I pay? 
My preferred way of payment is a good old bank transfer. But I also accept PayPal, Venmo, Zelle etc.

Q: Can I pay with my credit card?
Yes. I can set that up for you.

Q: Can I pay in installments? 
Yes. We can work something out.

Q: Do you ship with a case? 
Most often times not. Shipping without a case is safer and cheaper. But if you need a case, I can see if I have a suitable case for your trombone.

Here’s a nice slighty used Conn 36H alto trombone! The 36H has set the standard for years and continues to be played by a lot of top notch players.

This 36H is only slightly used. Has a little lacquer wear, but no dings or dents. Ready to be played out of the box!

Price: 2500$
2200 EUR
2300 CHF

Here is a real collectors item, but one that play so well, it deserves to be played!

The Conn 35H is considered as one of the best altos ever made. It’s dual bore slide and the tuning in slide mechanism make it stand out from most other alto designs.

This one is in pretty much mint condition. Even the paperwork Conn sent with the horn is included!

SOLD

One of the top notch professional alto trombones, the Yamaha YSL-871 Custom.

It features a .470/490 dual bore nickel silver slide with a yellow brass crook and a yellow brass bell section. This instrument is in excellent condition. One tiny ding on the bell flare, lacquer is 99.9% intact. This might be your entry horn into the world of alto trombones, but it could also be the only alto you’ll ever need.

Price: 1912$
SALE PENDING

Here is a top notch alto designed by Branimir Slokar and Kühnl & Hoyer. It is so good, it has unfortunately served as model for all the chinese alto trombones on the market now. But this is the original, and you can tell it! A great alto with a nice sound and really easy to play.

This one is in pristine condition: Looks like new and plays like new! New those altos go for 2700$. Get yourself a basically new alto at a drastically reduced price!

Price: 1950$

Thein has been making fine brass instruments in Bremen since the 1970s. Many of their trombones are used all over the world and Thein is regarded as one of the best makers anywhere. Mostly known for their traditional German trombones.

I feel incredibly lucky to be able to present you two Thein trombones handpicked at the factory by a Thein artist. That way you know you will be getting some of the best parts Thein makes.

One of those two trombones is this really nice Thein Universal alto trombone in like new condition. It is literally like new as it sat in its case since purchase as a backup horn! The bell is in gold brass with a nickel silver slide. The Universal model was created to offer another option more familiar to players who use American made trombones. A top of the notch alto with this incredibly beautiful sound Thein’s are known for.

Sold without case.

Price 3500$