1946 Olds Super Recording Trumpet SN 18302 - SOLD

1946  Olds Super Recording trumpet  

SOLD

We wrote a general description of the Super Recording model a few years back and it is often copied by others, but this is our original description, so if it sounds familiar, it is because others have flattered us by copying it!

The Super Recording represents the pinnacle of Olds craftsmanship and was the horn that attracted legendary trumpet virtuoso Rafael Mendez to become an Olds artist and later to lend his name to the Mendez model.  The Super Recording was actually known at the time as the "Recording model Super trumpet."  Prior to its introduction in Olds lineup, the Super was the top model.  Thus the new model built on the reputation of the Super. The Super Recording had three different design phases during its approximately 10 year production run.  This represents the middle of the three phases and offers the dual leaderpipe that was not found on later models.  

The "dual leaderpipe" that is referenced in Olds literature is a brass leadpipe with a nickel silver sleeve that is placed over the receiver and leadpipe.  It also has the same brass tone ring that is on the very early post war Supers.  In addition to the tone ring, this version has the word RECORDING running lengthwise down the bell tube and into the bell flare. Engraving is sharp and crisp. These older Super Recordings also have lightweight bodies (compared to later models).  Supers and Super Recordings after 1947 have thicker walled brass tubing.    

This horn is in very good original condition.   It is rare to find a Super Recording in such good original condition.    It has lost most of its original lacquer, but there are  no indications of past dent or solder work.   The horn has a great  overall vintage appearance.  

Valves compression was weak so we had Charlie Melk replate/refit the valves along with a precision valve alignment, so these valves are likely better than new.   

Typically, we will have a Super Recording restored and/or have the valves refit if they are not in great condition, but many collectors/players would rather choose their own restoration process and/or keep a horn original.  This one is in such good original physical condition that we offer it without any level of restoration other the valve work and basic cleaning.

Does not come with a case.

FEATURES:

Nickel plated trim and brass lacquer finish

Balanced forward valve section

Nickel silver outer leaderpipe

Nickel plated valves with offset middle valve

Brass  tone ring

3rd Valve Finger Ring 

3rd slide stop rod 

Bell Engraving

Bore: .460" Medium-Large Bore

Matching serial numbers on all valve pistons spring barrels, 

valve stems and top caps.

Last two digits of the serial number stamped on the bottom caps and slide tubes.

Two Pin Brass Valve Guides

Dual Trombone style lever water keys 

More information about this  Super Recording model can be found in the 1947 Olds Catalog posted below.