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Description
Conn 6H Bb Tenor Trombone in lacquer. .500" bore hand slide, 7.5" or 8" bell flare, depending on production year.
What Conn said in 1955: Used and preferred by many of the nation's top professionals in TV and radio, this fine trombone has a specially designed modified large straight bore that's ideal for all types of playing. Has famous "Airfloat" slides with long slide bearing for fast, positive action and smoother 6th or 7th positions. Outside slide is of special Conn bearing formula brass alloy. Length 46"; weight 3 pounds 8 ounces; bell diameter 8". With mouthpiece and music lyre, in handsome Stratoliner case. Highly polished brass, nickel trim, clear lacquered.
What Conn said in 1959: Popular among top professional players where power and volume are required. Medium-large bore for full "voice" in all registers and easy response in high level. Dependable with tone, scale and slide action. Features include: full bore, Crysteel Airfloat lightweight slides, perfect hand balance, Lustre-Conn finish.
What Conn said in 1966: Used extensively in concert and dance band work. The most popular professional model because of its versatility. Darker tone than 24H; slightly brighter than 48H. Brass bell. Bore size .500". Bell 8". Length 46".
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Comparisons
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The Conn 6H is known for its wide sound similar to the King 3B, but with slightly less resistance than King models.
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Features and functionality
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The Conn 6H has been nicknamed "steelcutters" due to its powerful projection.
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The satin silver finish with gold burnished inside the bell is a notable detail found in some 1938 Conn 6H models.
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A unique counterweight on some early 6H models was not a standard feature in 1935 but can enhance balance during play.
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User experience
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Some Conn 6H models, especially post-Abilene move, may have issues with upper partials not slotting well.
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Use cases and applications
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The Conn 6H is suitable for a range of performances, effectively acting as a versatile small horn.
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Build quality
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Early Conn 6H models, like the 1938 version, typically featured a 7" bell, not the later 8" standard.
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