Shofars

[DeanZF]

Where would you suggest purchasing a shofar?  Is there a type that you would recommend??

Hello again!



While there are lots of ways to buy a shofar, the best way is to buy one after you've played it and like it. If you get one out of a catalog somewhere, you don't know what you're getting. If you're after something for the mantle, that's fine, as pretty will do just peachy for that. If you want one that plays well and sounds good, you have to try one, just like buying horns.



Second choice is to buy from someone you know and trust, who can provide a horn by listening to what you want. That is essentially asking someone who knows horns and has access to horns to test 'em out for you. In a different life, I've done that for trombone players while I was playing actively. I know such a man, but I don't think I have current contact information for him. If you're interested, I'll look around for his info.



Is there a problem getting such things into Canada from either the US or from Israel? Don't know how that works. :think:



Then there's what type. Personal taste and budget. What do you want and why? Going to war or wooing souls? Travelling? Visual impact? All of 'em are authentic, just have to decide what you personally want.

Is it okay to post replies here all the time, or would it be better to email you?



I'm such a forum-novice.  ;-)

Not to worry, m'dear. Replies and questions here are just fine. As Helena said, there are others who do or will want to know the answers to the same questions. Public records are good things!