I can't relate the horn to a V-1, but I can tell you that it is a heavy horn with a lot of punch, solid core sound and pretty bright. I would not use it in a concert band or quintet setting, but I love it in a jazz band! It was long desired as a lead horn, and a good one can run to $600-$700.
I got lucky and got mine for for $350 from a guy who had trouble with the fact that the valve cluster seemed to him to be a little farther forward, but I don't notice the difference myself. It IS a heavy horn, but I'll put up with that for the sound!
If you are referring to a new Connstellation, I would be a bit leary they are nowhere the quality of the originals.
The Connstellations made in the 60 were great horns. Solid, big sound and great players.
If you are looking for a horn that matches the old Connstellations, look at the Kanstul Mariachi. Kanstul did a great job of copying the old Connstellation.
I personally love the Mariachi Premiere. _________________ Harry Marks
Posted: Sat Oct 08, 2005 10:20 pm Post subject: Conns making a comeback.
I bought a Conn 60 B Constellation in 1972 brand new for $372.00 I played it for 20 years and had great service out of the horn. I switched over to a Bach Strad during later college years and played them until I bought a yamaha xeno last year. What works for one person may not work for another so it is advisable to give some a try. Take advice from those that know and see which horn serves you best. Someone thats only driven a Ford would never reccomend trying a Chevrolet. Its only when you are in the drivers seat and how it performs for you. So give it a spin and see where it takes you. Cleveland
I don't have very much experience with Connstellations except for a couple of times in an old music store I used to frequent. I really liked the easy blow. A lot of great players used to use them (Don Jacoby, Freddie Hubbard, etc.). In fact, Valery Ponomarev (formerly of the Jazz Messengers) told me that he chucked a deal with Getzen so that he could play Connstellation. There must be something to the horn for a guy like Valery to do that. If you've got the cash, just get one and see how you like it.
My first pro horn in 1962 was a Connstellation 38B. I used it for everything. Orchestra, marching band, jazz band and the 10 piece combo I played in at work.
It was a wonderful horn rich and full when needed and I could back off and it was a great for lighter music.
I have tried the V-1 and it does not compare. It is a much different horn than the old Connstellation. I have also tried the newer Connstellations and did not like it at all. Just did not have the feel of the older horns.
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