So according to Eastmans website the 85 1 has a 15" bell. The 853 has a 17" bell. Didn't realize they gave a slightly different model number. Even though I've been to Eastmans website a lot. Never quite clicked. But when I tried the 15" bell one at the Army Conference I believe it was still ...

PlayTheTuba wrote: ↑Sun Jan 07, 2024 9:44 pm I think it plays quite nicely. Liked the 15 inch bell more for whatever reason.

That's quite intriguing, I have the 853 on my shortlist because it has a 17" bell, but more and more sources state it has a 15... what is correct regarding bell size?

How long have you owned the Eastman? I bought her in July 2019. I think there were only two available here in Germany (both at one shop), one laquered, one silver-plated. The laquered one had a nicer feel in playing and a sweeter sound, so I took her. She is a great do-everything horn with a ...

Hi all, and a good start on the new year to all of you. I need your expertise here, or at least some good advice... I have just bought myself a Besson 983, and I am curious about if I have to change mouthpiece as well. I have played with a DW 2L the last 30 odd years. Is that a well suited mp for ...

WIllson 3400s Miraphone Norwegian Star (is that an EEb or just an Eb?) Besson 984 and the Packer 377 if you don't mind 3+1 A question for you LeMark and Doc that has tested the new Wessex Tubby. How does it stack up to a 983, NS or a 2040? Worth considering for a do-it-all Eeb tuba? Best regards ...