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by cskatz
Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:48 pm
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Tuba Size
Replies: 12
Views: 3059

Re: Tuba Size

Is it mostly about the "bugle" (bigger inner diameter before it gets to the bell section)?
by cskatz
Wed Feb 19, 2025 3:01 am
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Tuba Size
Replies: 12
Views: 3059

Re: Tuba Size

donn wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 2:06 am Some say it may be precisely measured as how much beer the tuba can contain.
:cheers: That's a useful metric! :laugh:
by cskatz
Tue Feb 18, 2025 7:49 pm
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Tuba Size
Replies: 12
Views: 3059

Tuba Size

Is there a precise definition of the "size" of a tuba, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4? And what are the defining characteristics that determine the size? Bugle shape (bore along the entire air route)? Bell size? How open the wrap is? Bore at valve set? Apologies if this is obvious to everyone else. Seems like ...
by cskatz
Sun Feb 09, 2025 12:37 pm
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
Replies: 23
Views: 8190

Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…

How is it different than an 832?
by cskatz
Mon Feb 03, 2025 11:35 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Silver Wessex TF135 - Bubbie 5 for sale
Replies: 4
Views: 2119

Re: Silver Wessex TF135 - Bubbie 5 for sale

I'm interested. Is there some way to contact you? I've also just recently joined. Can a moderator put us in direct contact somehow?
by cskatz
Fri Jan 31, 2025 2:10 pm
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4
Replies: 13
Views: 6486

Re: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4

I was in Redmond WA Monday and got to try three tubas at "The Mighty Quinn", namely an Eastman EBC-836 (6/4), an Eastman EBC-832 (4/4), and a Willson 3060 Merlin. All three are good horns. I'm tempted by both Eastmans. Unfortunately, I had to play in a little acoustic booth so couldn't get a sense ...
by cskatz
Mon Dec 23, 2024 11:13 am
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4
Replies: 13
Views: 6486

Re: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4

ChuckLevinsWMC wrote: Fri Dec 20, 2024 5:26 pm I would recommend trying to make it out to the Tuba-Euphonium Workshop if you are able.
Which workshop do you mean? When and where? Thanks.
by cskatz
Wed Dec 18, 2024 7:03 pm
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4
Replies: 13
Views: 6486

Re: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4

The 5450 is definitely better for larger ensembles than a CB-50, but, if you've not talked to Lee Stofer about the modifications he developed for the CB-50 you really should, it makes instrument more resonant and easier to play. I have a detailed list of his modifications I can share as well. I ...
by cskatz
Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:20 pm
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4
Replies: 13
Views: 6486

Looking for advice for CC 5v (piston) 5/4 or largish 4/4

I'm in the market for a CC 5v (piston) tuba, 5/4 or largish 4/4. Been playing a Getzen CB-50 mostly. I haven't bought a tuba in about 15 years. Formerly had a Willson 3050 that I generally liked but am looking for something less heavy and more resonant. I'm thinking perhaps MW 5450 Thor or Miraphone ...