'Mark I' and 'Mark II' denote design changes without a model number change. Intermediate models here are considered student-quality horns with features not common in student horns, like red brass bells, thumb saddles, etc. Pre-1990s Connquests are usually regarded as slightly higher quality than intermediate models from the 1990s, so these Connquests are considered basic-pro. Elkhart models with confirmed production into 1971, the year the Elkhart plant began closure, are included for completion's sake.Ĭolor coding: student models in red, intermediate models in purple, basic-pro models in blue, and professional models in black. *Note: We do offer private appointments to test our high-end quality instruments, please contact us to schedule an appointment.Conn was sold to MacMillan in 1969, so there is some overlap of the Elkhart brasswind models and their successors from Japan and Abilene, Texas. The Case: Older used condition (still usable but significant signs of physical wear).Įngraving: Couesnon Paris Made in France (above the serial number on the bell) N85 (on the mouthpiece receiver) U (on the mouthpiece receiver opposite of N85). The Mouthpiece: No mouthpiece is included, or other accessories. The Bottom Bow: Medium general wear (visible lacquer or surface scratches and/or evidence of dent removal/repair).īell Diameter Approximately: 7 5/8 inches. The Bell: Minor dents and dings and minor bell edge damage. Outside Body Bow Condition: Light general wear (possible surface scratches and/or minor dents/dings). Lead Pipe Condition: Light general wear (possible surface scratches and/or minor dents/dings). Valve Condition: All the valves are in good working condition and all except the second valve tuning slide are stuck. Player Wear: Medium general wear (visible lacquer or surface scratches and/or evidence of dent removal/repair).

The Finish: It has approximately 50- 55% of the lacquered finish. Playing Condition: This instrument is currently in good playing condition. Instrument Condition: The overall physical condition of this used instrument is good.

It has a really beautiful sound and the valves are nice and smooth. This alto horn plays with a nice dark open tone. It comes in an older used condition case. Engraved on the mouthpiece receiver is “N85” and “U”. The engraving on the bell reads “Couesnon Paris Made in France”. There are multiple re-solders that need to be done to stabilize the horn.

The most noticeable are in the bottom half of the horn. There are some dents and dings throughout the instrument.

This Couesnon N85 3 valve Eb bell front alto horn is in good condition with 50-55% of the lacquered finish remaining.

Couesnon flugelhorn serial numbers