I am looking into repairing, or learning how to repair, my 1920 Buescher stencil C Melody. What are some good pads for c melodys running for? On a level of 1-10, how hard is it to get a dent out, and repad? Thanks.
-Jon.
ya you need to get some work done alright. Pads are the most common things to replace/fix. There was a time when I did that because my teacher was good at it and insisted I learn but I didn’t enjoy doing it so I gave up. Just take it to my repair guy whenever I need something done.
Sounds like you want to get into doing it and so you should learn. The dents will require more specialized tools…. just like doing body work on a car. The thing is, by the time you buy the tools you may need you might be spending more than hiring someone else to do the work. Something to consider.
Ah ok thanks! And I’m just itching to play this rather odd horn as well. I have yet to find a sax neck that will fit it, I really want to stick with this specific horn
send an email to the guys at the shop where I go… Massulo Music in Burnaby BC
They have a contact on their site. They;’ve found necks for me before, not a C melody but you can start there.
I also have a Buescher c-melody Elkhart from about 1925. Planning to take it apart and cleaning it. I got it for $130, and another $90 to put it playable condition. It is in great shape, no dents and the pads have been replaced. My concern is how to keep track of where the screws are to be replaced when it comes to putting it back together. If you have a system, please share. Would be great to know how you are progressing. -Abe-
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