Conn 88H Elkhart
Bb large-bore tenor trombone · professional · vintage
Large-bore symphonic tenor with traditional-wrap F attachment; warm, broad tone that won't break up at extreme dynamics.
| Type | tenor |
|---|---|
| Key | Bb |
| Bore class | large |
| Bore size | .547/.562″ |
| Valve configuration | F attachment |
| Valves | 1 |
| Rotor type | traditional rotary |
| Wrap | closed wrap |
| Bell diameter | 8.5″ |
| Bell material | rose/gold brass |
| Bell construction | two-piece rose-brass bell, unsoldered rim, nickel end crook |
| Slide | chrome-plated nickel-silver inner / gold-brass outer |
| Finish | clear lacquer |
| Level | professional |
| Era | vintage |
| Country | USA |
| Years | late 1950s–1970 Elkhart |
Features: Elkhart-era (pre-1970) production, widely considered the prime years of the 88H; prized by orchestral players over later Abilene/Eastlake horns.