FYI a Miraphone 186 fits perfectly in this bag without the optional Velcro pad. So much easier to deal with compared to a top loader.

Fletcher’s performance of the Vaughn Williams concerto with Previn/LSO is my all time favorite.

Congrats!

This instrument is now listed in the classifieds-check it out!

If you were local to me I’d get it to play at Dallas’ tuba Christmas event!

Feel free to check out my Miraphone 186 listed here in the classifieds!

I am willing to ship if necessary, but it’s a nice instrument that is worth a drive to Dallas. My treat for a Buc-ee’s brisket sandwich if you do!

Gorgeous B flat tuba-Authentic vintage German Miraphone 186-the industry standard 4/4 full size tuba in incredible condition. Just look at the etching and details on the valve caps and rotor assembly. It is likely that this has a factory replacement bell with a modern 17.75” diameter. This has the b ...

Thanks all for the helpful responses. It looks like this tuba is basically all original, except for possibly a replacement bell, or is a transitional model with S-arm linkages and a 17.75” bell. Either way, it’s a wonderful instrument.

Thanks for the info! I’m not sure of the history on this instrument. It is in great shape, but by no means pristine. The finish of the bell matches the rest of the instrument, and the bell is in excellent shape with only a couple of very minor dings. I think I will shorten the rod to the correct l ...

I did a little more research, and it may be possible to have a Miraphone 186 tuba with S-arm linkages and a 17.75-inch bell. It looks like the bell size change occurred around 1973, while Miraphone continued using S-arm linkages until the early 1980s. Tubas manufactured during this transitional ...

Does anyone has a clue what the “119” stamped on the lever rack and rotor bearing signify?

Thanks for the info! My takeaway is that this horn is most likely a genuine vintage 186 with a replacement bell and new lacquer. It sure sounds good!

Thanks-what is the axle hinge rod? I’m not sure what part that is.

I just added an additional photo. The silver bar that supports the paddles and springs also has “119” and “X” stamped on it.

No logo anywhere that I could find.

Not in Wisconsin! I’m wondering how I can confirm if this is a genuine Miraphone with nothing stenciled on the bell.

This is a gorgeous tuba that plays and sounds great, but I have no idea what it really is, because it has no brand markings on the bell or anywhere else. It looks just like a Miraphone 186, but has the larger bell (17.75") of a newer 186, combined with the vintage style S-linkages and engraved rotor ...