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About This Listing
Vintage Olds Ambassador Trumpet made in Fullerton, California. Fullerton mark and serial number date this horn back to 1954-1955.
Serial matched valves. Pinky ring and updated 3-part bracing between bell and leadpipe (older versions were 5-piece) typical of Fullerton factory Ambassador models. Original Olds 3 (heavy) mouthpiece included.
Coloration of lacquer finish varies,
discolored in spots,
with few scratches or wear spots.
It's smooth, yet variegated. Original Olds warranty cards noted "This instrument is lacquered with the finest lacquer obtainable. The manufacturers of the lacquer cannot and do not guarantee their product; we therefore can-not..." (see photo) This trumpet sounds MUCH better than the finish looks! It plays with a warm, even sound throughout all registers, with some sizzle and nice zing in the high register.
Original Ambassador case with exterior logo badge, has missing end (tongue-and-groove) panel. Interior velvet in good condition for its age.
Latches work (but could use new springs). Original handle and hardware in good condition.
Alternate hard case or gig bag available separately.
from Olds Central: "Many people believe that the Ambassador remains the best student trumpet (or cornet) ever built, rivaling many modern pro trumpets. It is a very open, responsive horn with great intonation, excellent tone, and fantastic valves. ...and [players] find the Ambassador valves to be the most reliable, trouble-free, smooth-playing valve section ever made."
This instrument has been professionally serviced, sonic-cleaned, and sanitized.
No MSRP: Vintage Original Price $995.00 Current Price $865.00 due to lacquer condition
F.E. Olds & Son Ambassador Trumpet (1954) Fullerton
Originally $995, now $845 ($150 price drop)
$995
$845
$150 price drop
About This Listing
Vintage Olds Ambassador Trumpet made in Fullerton, California. Fullerton mark and serial number date this horn back to 1954-1955.
Serial matched valves. Pinky ring and updated 3-part bracing between bell and leadpipe (older versions were 5-piece) typical of Fullerton factory Ambassador models. Original Olds 3 (heavy) mouthpiece included.
Coloration of lacquer finish varies,
discolored in spots,
with few scratches or wear spots.
It's smooth, yet variegated. Original Olds warranty cards noted "This instrument is lacquered with the finest lacquer obtainable. The manufacturers of the lacquer cannot and do not guarantee their product; we therefore can-not..." (see photo) This trumpet sounds MUCH better than the finish looks! It plays with a warm, even sound throughout all registers, with some sizzle and nice zing in the high register.
Original Ambassador case with exterior logo badge, has missing end (tongue-and-groove) panel. Interior velvet in good condition for its age.
Latches work (but could use new springs). Original handle and hardware in good condition.
Alternate hard case or gig bag available separately.
from Olds Central: "Many people believe that the Ambassador remains the best student trumpet (or cornet) ever built, rivaling many modern pro trumpets. It is a very open, responsive horn with great intonation, excellent tone, and fantastic valves. ...and [players] find the Ambassador valves to be the most reliable, trouble-free, smooth-playing valve section ever made."
This instrument has been professionally serviced, sonic-cleaned, and sanitized.
No MSRP: Vintage Original Price $995.00 Current Price $865.00 due to lacquer condition
