I have been playing a Schiller Elite (nickel finish) I bought based on the general consensus on this forum three years ago or so for a "good starter horn". I chose it because of the good reviews (there didn't seem to be any others even in the running at that time) and the fact it is a 4 Valve Compensating Horn - also recommended here.

I really like the sound, but find I am now looking for something that is even a bit . . . I don't know, darker I guess. I love the rich full sound it has, but think it could be just a bit better. I have been reading all the posts recommending horns now and it seems to be: #1 the Wessex Dolce, something from Mack Brass (not sure of the specific model), a JP274 (Packer?), and the Schiller Elite now a distant forth.

If I replace my horn it has to be another 4 valve compensating horn and I like the 3+1 format of the Elite. Now to my question, which, if any, of these horns has an even richer tone than my Elite? Or is there another horn that meets my wants that is less than $2000?

Thanks!