{"product_id":"roth-reynolds-cornet","title":"Roth Reynolds Cornet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoth Reynolds Cornet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCase is functional but external panel has damage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere’s a seriously cool piece of vintage American brass: a mid-1950s Roth-Reynolds cornet with the unmistakable character of a genuine Cleveland-made instrument. Serial number 72895 places this horn right in the Roth-Reynolds era, and the bell is clearly engraved “Made by Roth-Reynolds Instrument Company - Cleveland, OH.” There’s something special about picking up an instrument that was built in an era when American brass makers were turning out beautifully crafted horns designed to be played, not just displayed. Whether you’re a vintage brass enthusiast, collector, student, or player looking for something with a little more personality than a modern student horn, this one deserves a serious look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roth cornet was built with durability, ease of playing, and value in mind. Contemporary Roth-Reynolds literature describes the line as carefully made, easy-blowing instruments featuring hand-lapped nickel-silver pistons, durable brass construction, and a clear lacquer finish. The Model 310 specification, representative of this era, featured a .458\" bore and 4¾\" bell, giving these cornets a comfortable balance of response, projection, and the warm, focused character players expect from a traditional cornet. For a vintage instrument, the Roth-Reynolds story is particularly appealing because you’re getting legitimate Cleveland manufacturing heritage rather than an anonymous student horn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs shown in the pictures, there are a few minor dings and a few places where the lacquer has come off. Also. One side panel of the case is damaged. The case is still functional. The instrument itself is in great shape. The valves are responsive and the water keys seal properly. It plays very well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd there is some serious musical history behind the name. Roth-Reynolds instruments were part of a company that worked closely with prominent professional musicians of the era, including legendary cornetist and bandleader Leonard B. Smith, whose signature Contempora cornet was introduced during this same mid-1950s period, as well as Byron Autrey, who was featured playing Reynolds cornet and trumpet models. The 1954 Roth-Reynolds catalog also featured prominent brass artists Jack and Charlie Teagarden. Those connections help put this horn into the much larger story of Cleveland's remarkable contribution to American band-instrument making. If you're a vintage brass enthusiast, collector, student, or simply someone who appreciates the character of a real American-made instrument from the 1950s, this Roth-Reynolds is well worth a closer look. Instruments from this era don't turn up every day, so take a good look and grab this one while it's available!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Used","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44585616015403,"sku":"MM16015403","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2146\/1071\/files\/IMG_5033_9b1b7205-329e-4ed4-b883-5bee6819115f.jpg?v=1790027511","url":"https:\/\/mountainmusicsite.com\/products\/roth-reynolds-cornet","provider":"Mountain Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}