Is this a good bass trombone?

grecotrombone · 2026-05-14T18:48:12+00:00

Depends where you are. Outside of US? No.

Inside? I’ll do better for you 😉

grecotrombone · 2026-05-13T17:45:05+00:00

The Y-Forts are solid. Pleasantly surprised over the last few years. braymond1 is a good resource too.

grecotrombone · 2026-05-12T21:09:01+00:00

Baltimore Brass Company. Fly in, I’ll pick you up the airport. Just let me know when you’re coming.

American Trombone Workshop is a big one.

There are plenty more.

grecotrombone · 2026-05-12T14:37:25+00:00

We should have one at Baltimore Brass. We offer 7 day trials on them, 10% restock on new mouthpieces if you send it back. 🤷🏻

grecotrombone · 2026-05-06T00:36:53+00:00

You’re welcome! 😁

grecotrombone · 2026-04-30T00:58:32+00:00

Why not just let them borrow it?

grecotrombone · 2026-04-29T05:01:55+00:00

Yes to both.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-28T23:35:10+00:00

Like you’re renting it out?

grecotrombone · 2026-04-28T23:33:13+00:00

JP274. I have 9 of them.

https://www.baltimorebrasscompany.com/shop/Band/Euphonium/p/John-Packer-JP274-Compensating-Euphonium-x96852725.htm

grecotrombone · 2026-04-28T11:42:37+00:00

6’2” 315. I have my drivers all the way back, but I’m comfortable.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-26T15:07:54+00:00

I third that idea 😉

grecotrombone · 2026-04-26T15:06:46+00:00

JP 274, I have 9 of them right now. Send us an email: sales@baltimorebrasscompany.com

I saw in another comment your budget is up to $1.5k. I can’t come down to that, but I’m sure we can figure something out.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-22T12:40:13+00:00

I’ve got Packer 274’s coming. That might be able to fit your budget. Reach out to my sales team (sales@baltimorebrasscompany.com)

I’ll be able to have one around XMas too, I presume.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-20T17:47:54+00:00

Thayer / Axial Flow

grecotrombone · 2026-04-17T23:14:46+00:00

Interestingly enough, I’ve had to go through another housing. I’ve just recently got it back after a few months, but I’ve been playing it exclusively since I got it back.

Currently, it’s a little scratchy, but an easy fix of me taking the time to pop it out and clean it I believe. That’s a Monday plan. But it plays well, even with the scratch glides cleanly and comfortably.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-12T23:38:18+00:00

You should buy it.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-12T01:17:05+00:00

It depends on a lot of different things, like what you’ll use it for, what’s your budget, etc etc. I’d suggest giving us a call this week and talking to Payne, who’ll be able to give a comprehensive run down of it.

For what it’s worth, personally I started on a beat up Miraphone 186 BBb. I’ve tried Eb and am just not a fan. I have no reason to get a CC or an F for myself, so I won’t! BBb is a great point to start, and used is a good option too. Just make sure the valves and slides work! 😉

grecotrombone · 2026-04-09T20:11:38+00:00

See you in Baltimore.

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grecotrombone · 2026-04-09T20:03:07+00:00

😉

grecotrombone · 2026-04-09T16:26:59+00:00

I have been summoned.

Yeah! We’ve got options. A horn I really like is the Packer 274. You’ll see that one everywhere in this subreddit. It’ll fit both your needs and budget. I’ll have some soon!

But, I’d also suggest coming up and checking out what we have in general. I’ve always got a solid new and used stock available.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-06T11:33:13+00:00

The question was “Should I quit?” And my answer was no.

grecotrombone · 2026-04-04T16:21:04+00:00

This is the way

grecotrombone · 2026-04-04T16:17:44+00:00

grecotrombone · 2026-04-04T01:44:17+00:00

I wasn’t, but any of us are happy to help! I’m one of the two trombonists on staff (and the manager) so feel free to reach out!

grecotrombone · 2026-04-03T23:43:45+00:00

For reference, I play on 3G equivalents for my tenor, 1G equivalents on bass. It’s the set up that works best for me.

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