Sound & character
The Fullerton-era Olds Super embodies the classic American jazz trombone sound: direct, snappy and with an immediate response. This instrument from 1969 has exactly the punchy character that has made Olds trombones legendary in jazz and big band circles for decades.
The octagonal slide - an unmistakable trademark of Olds manufacturing - ensures a lively, resonant sound with clear projection. The small bore allows for quick articulation and precise phrasing, ideal for lead voices and solo passages.
An instrument with history and soul - for players who are looking for authentic vintage sound and appreciate the charm of American craftsmanship.
Top features
- Year of construction 1969 – Made in Fullerton, California, during the golden era of American brass instruments
- Octagonal slide – Signature Olds feature for increased stability and lively resonance
- Small hole – Enables quick response and precise articulation in a jazz context
- Small shaft – Compatible with mouthpieces from the 350 series (outer diameter approx. 10.8mm / 0.425″)
- Authentic vintage condition – Documented signs of wear, technically tested and ready to play
- Suitcase included – Functional transport protection included in delivery
Technical data
| Manufacturer | Olds (FE Olds & Son) |
| Model | Super |
| type | tenor trombone in Bb |
| Year of construction | 1969 |
| Manufacturing location | Fullerton, California (USA) |
| bore | Small hole (approx. 0.500″ / 12.7mm) |
| Shaft size | Small shaft (approx. 10.8mm / 0.425″) |
| Train construction | Octagonal (octagonal) |
| Quart valve | Without |
| material | Yellow brass |
| surface | Paint stripped, highly polished |
| condition | Vintage / Used |
condition & Test
This instrument has been verified as an authentic vintage piece with clearly documented condition . The signs of wear correspond to the age of over 55 years and underline the character of a real player's instrument.
- Stripped of paint and highly polished - it will develop a patina again in the coming months - or you can polish it again.
- slide – Runs well and evenly; visible loss of chrome in the lower area of the inner cables
- vocal lines – Common and functional
- Technically – Tested and ready to play immediately
Scope of delivery
- Olds Super tenor trombone (built in 1969)
- Suitcase (used, functional)
Recommendation from a professional musician
For vintage instruments with chrome loss on the slide I recommend particularly careful care: Slide-O-Mix Rapid Comfort ensures optimal slide movement even on stressed surfaces. Regular cleaning with a REKA care set extends the lifespan and maintains the playability of this classic.
Care & Accessories
Shipment
- DHL with tracking
- Carefully & securely packaged
- 1-3 working days within Germany
- Worldwide shipping possible
Buyer protection & service
- All eBay payment methods accepted
- 30 day return policy
- 2 year legal guarantee
- Collection possible in Mölln
Felix Eilers
ELBBLECH is my heart project - an owner-managed specialist shop for wind and string instruments with its own workshop in Mölln (Schleswig-Holstein). As an active professional trombonist, I know exactly what is important in an instrument. Every instrument is personally checked, played and made ready to play by me - before it comes to you.
Danilo Nine
Danilo is the heart of our workshop. With over 20 years of experience as an instrument maker, he knows every quirk, every mechanism and every material. Whatever passes through his hands is ready to play – guaranteed.
