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Instrument Slide Market Prices

Current market data for replacement brass instrument slides based on 618 listings.

What you'll usually pay

$40.27 typical price
Most are between$13โ€“$224
Brand new$44.71
Used$29.95
On sale now618

๐Ÿ’ก Buying used saves about 33% here.

๐Ÿ‘‰ In short easy summary

The best value is found in Trombone slides, which sit 53% below the market median. Conversely, Trumpet slides command a premium, trading 48% above the median.

๐Ÿ’š Best value for your money

Cornet 63 on sale$29 ยท 28% cheaper

Price by for instrument

Trombone
$19.12-53%
Cornet
$29-28%
Euphonium
$38.97-3%
French Horn
$39.95-1%
Trumpet
$59.77+48%

Why? Pricing varies by instrument type, with Trumpet slides at 59.77 and Trombone slides at 19.12.

Price by brand

Conn
$20.62-49%
Blessing
$24.95-38%
Bundy
$29-28%
Unbranded
$39.5-2%
Yamaha
$74.66+85%
Bach
$103+155%

Why? Brand prestige drives a wide gap between Bach at 102.74 and Conn at 20.62.

Price by finish

Chrome Plated
$19.99-50%
Gold Plated
$21.99-45%
Matte
$31.99-21%
Nickel Plated
$43.07+7%
Lacquered
$120+197%
Silver Plated
$142+252%

Why? Material costs create a significant spread between Silver Plated at 141.92 and Chrome Plated at 19.99.

๐Ÿ›’ Some on sale right now

Common questions

What is the price difference between new and used slides?

New slides have a median price of 44.71, while used slides have a median of 29.95.

Which brand is the most expensive on the market?

Bach slides have the highest median price at 102.74.

How do lacquered finishes compare to silver plated finishes?

Lacquered finishes have a median of 119.62, while silver plated finishes are higher at 141.92.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $13โ€“$224, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 4, 2026.