This is a Schiller (Chinese) compensating euphonium, basically a copy of the Yamaha 642. Plays great, good intonation/response, no issues with valves or fit/finish. Takes large shank mouthpi… Read More

Can anyone offer information on Wessex BR140 vs John Packer JP273 vs the 3 valve schiller compensating baritone? Read More

This is a very nice looking horn, which is at a higher trim level (gold & silver) than most of the used Schillers I've seen. Condition looks to be excellent. A case is included, which is… Read More

So, based on everything I've read, researched, ordered, and seen...I'd recommend the following for NEW, budget-friendly, fully-compensating, 3+1 euphs: Under $1k budget - Monzani MZEP-1150… Read More

I am looking into purchasing a Schiller Euphonium and am between the Schiller Compensating Euphonium and the Schiller Elite V. I am looking into laquer finish. The website says the compensa… Read More

After many years of not playing, I'm investigating buying a new horn and getting back into it. In my University years back in the 70's I played on a Mirafone Oval style, a Yamaha 321 and a… Read More

I'm interested in buying a recent vintage Wessex Dolce as an upcoming birthday gift for my son, a college freshman who plays trombone and doubles on euphonium. Wessex is currently out of… Read More

Donations help support this Blog The Way to the Self In 1918, Jung wrote a paper entitled “On the unconscious,” where he noted that all of us stood between two worlds: the worl… Read More

Since purchasing my Wessex "Maly" travel euphonium, this horn never sees any playing time, so it's time for it to find a new home. I bought it new from Jim Laabs Music and have treated it g… Read More

Hey Folks, check this out. Matonizz does a thorough comparison of the Schiller Elite versus the JP 274:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-OS...ature=youtu.be Read More

I'm having an issue with a noisy 4th valve on my Schiller Elite compensating horn. The top three valves are comparatively much quieter while the 4 valve has a sort of clank and slight rattle… Read More

Greetings Everyone, Newbie member here! I was referred to this site by Dave Werden, and this forum has been a great resource of information to help us decide which direction to take in purc… Read More

Hi everyone, my name is Kenneth. I come from Hong Kong. This is my first post and is my pleasure to share my observation and research on cheap horns. Sorry for my English, but I will try my… Read More

I need to pick up a British style baritone for a concert in early December. My budget is around $1000. I have some experience playing Besson, York, and Yamaha horns. My favorite was the Y… Read More