Emperor Baritones
The Emperor baritones were introduced in 1964 and were produced at the Reynolds plant in Abilene alongside the identical Olds Ambassador baritones. According to Bernie Marston, the Ambassadors were sold as a different Reynolds brand in order to keep the dealer networks of both Olds and Reynolds intact. Manufacturing moved to Fullerton in 1972 after Norlin sold the Abilene plant to Conn
Model History | Specifications.
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1964-1970 | F.A. Reynolds (Abilene) |
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Emperor, Model BR-56 | Bore: .560" | Bell: 11¼" removeable bell front | Valves: three side-action piston valves | Finish: polished brass with lacquer finish; optional silverplate with bright bell or gold bell finish | Note: same as Olds Ambassador Baritone Model A-25 1966: "Student-grade 3-valve horns - sturdy but offering refinements not commonly found at such nominal cost. Ideal for school bands."
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Emperor, Model BR-57 | same as Model BR-56 | Bell: 11¼" fixed bell front | Note: same as Olds Ambassador Baritone Model A-30
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Emperor, Model BR-58 | same as Model BR-56 | Bell: 11¼" fixed upright bell | Note: same as Olds Ambassador Baritone Model A-35
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1971-1979 | Reynolds (Fullerton) |
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Emperor, Models BR-56, BR-57, BR-58 | same as models BR-56, BR-57 and BR-58 above 1977: "Widely used in school band programs, the Emperor features the characteristics of a professional instrument. A highly responsive, free blowing baritone with fine intonation. Three side-action valves for smooth, fast action. [Model BR-58 features] American-style bell with horizontally-mounted valves for unobstructed view of the conductor."
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