1947 Olds Super Recording Trumpet SN 19417

1947  Olds Super Recording trumpet

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 Super Recording has been completely restored.  The restoration work was done by Getzen for a previous owner.  We had no documentation of this work, but judging by the excellent condition of the original engraving, the restoration was well done.  There are only two cosmetic flaws: 1) there is a nick in the bell rim which likely predates the restoration.  There is not a crack in the rim, but a nick that cannot be repaired.   2) there is a tiny bit of lacquer wear on the third valve casing on the left side of the horn.   Other than this, the horn is immaculate.

Engraving is sharp and clear.   The photos really don't due justice to the condition.  This trumpet is in excellent cosmetic and playing condition.  Valve compression is excellent.

 The bell on some of these Super Recordings have a higher copper content than the rest of the brass on the horn, and this is one of those.  Not as much copper as Recording models, but definitely more of a gold brass bell.      

Comes with an original case in worn, but usable condition.

FEATURES:

Nickel plated trim and brass lacquer finish

Balanced forward valve section

Nickel silver outer leaderpipe

Nickel plated valves with offset middle valve

Nickel silver   tone ring

3rd Valve Finger Ring 

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.