Pre-Owned Holton TR182 Professional Independent Double-Rotor Bass Trombone - Clear Lacquer (Player's Condition w/ Slide Note)
We have a fascinating, vintage heavy-metal low-brass tank on the bench today: the Holton TR182 Professional Bass Trombone. Holton has a legendary history of building rugged, distinctively designed orchestral horns that big band and symphonic players relied on for decades.
The TR182 is built around a super-tight, highly compact traditional wrap that looks aggressive and keeps the center of gravity right in your hands. Outfitted with an independent dual-rotor valve system (each rotor operating on its own dedicated thumb trigger), it allows for incredible flexibility in the lower register.
Because we believe in complete transparency at Fleming Music, we have to talk honestly about this specific horn: it displays normal vintage wear, minor flea bites, and evidence of past minor dent work. More importantly, early-stage red rot (dezincification) has appeared locally on the main tuning slide crook. While this is unfortunate news for collectors, the rot has not spread through the structural body tubing, and our bench has fully chemically neutralized and stabilized it so the horn plays with that dark, thundering Holton roar. We have priced it aggressively as an honest, hard-working player's horn for someone wanting a dual-trigger pro bass bone on a strict budget.
Key Features & Specifications
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Independent Dual-Rotor System: Dual traditional rotary valves featuring independent triggers, allowing you to engage the F and Gb attachments separately or combined for ultimate low-register facility.
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Super-Tight Compact Wrap: Classic vintage Holton low-profile valve tubing geometry that minimizes rear overhang and balances comfortably in the hand.
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Professional Symphonic Bore: Large-bore design built to move massive columns of air, yielding a dark, expansive, and room-filling orchestral tone.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics & Tubing: Honest Player's Condition. The clear lacquer shows standard wear, minor surface scratching, flea bites, and signs of minor past dent remediation. Important Note: Red rot (dezincification pitting) is present on the main tuning slide crook. It has been fully inspected and stabilized by our master shop technicians, and while it doesn't immediately compromise the main body tubing, it is clearly noted and priced accordingly.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Playing. Our in-house brass team has fully cleaned and regulated the instrument. The dual independent rotors operate smoothly with solid action, and the handslide is straight and functional.
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Accessories: Please note: This trombone is sold without a case or mouthpiece, but gig bags and bass trombone mouthpieces are available separately in-shop upon request.
Specifications
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Brand: Holton
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Model: TR182 Professional Bass Trombone
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Key: Bb/F/Gb (Independent Double Rotor)
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Finish: Clear Lacquer
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Player's Condition (Priced to Reflect Tuning Slide Red Rot)
The Fleming Music Commitment When you purchase an instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments & Repair, you gain a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it leaves our hands, backed by our 14-day return window and full 1-year warranty. Reach out to our team directly at https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact to discuss pricing, financing, trade-ins, or the instrument's playing characteristics. Local to Houston? We strongly encourage you to visit the shop and put air through this Holton TR182 yourself. Keep up with our latest arrivals and local events on our social channels at https://linktr.ee/Fleming_Music.
