In general, they've got lots of sparkle to their sound, but tend to break up considerably when pushed (at least mine did).I eventualy moved up to a nickel-and-lacquer Holton Galaxy that had been my dad's. Every example I've played had solid valves that go well beyond what you'd expect on a student horn. Intonation on mine was marginal, but overall construction tends to be good on the older ones.
Having played a couple of different ones of various ages since, the general consensus seems to be that they have an open feel with pretty loose slots. The Holton line is bringing new models that exceed the. Please email us with any additional questions We offer free shipping on all new instruments. We offer free shipping on all new instruments.
Vernon Bach and the rest of the Holton line are excellent instruments.I currently play a Maynard model ST 308, which is a great horn.I have also owned an ST 307 which is a large bore.I would also suggest she try a Holton ST550 model which is an intermediate model horn that plays like a pro horn but at an intermediate price.DGRRegular MemberJoined: Posts: 17Posted: Tue 5:22 am Post subject:I learned to play on a beater 1960s Holton collegiate, so emotion may be clouding my judgement here, but I remember it as a horn that had a pretty distinct blow and overall feel. Conn-Selmer announces new additions to the Holton Collegiate line of student brass instruments. Holton Collegiate - Key of BBb.728 bore, 4 valve top action, 17.5 upright bell, stainless steel pistons, rose brass mouthpipe, clear lacquer finish, Holton tuba mouthpiece, molded plastic shell case.