Play Testing Tubas - What do you do?

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Re: Play Testing Tubas - What do you do?

Post by NCSUSousa »

bloke wrote:Why is it that when I "try out" tubas I NEVER notice whether they "fit" me (physically) or not?

Are they ALL "built" to fit 6' 1" tall medium-overweight guys, or do I just turn this this-way-or-that so that they're comfortable to hold?
They can't all be built to fit 6'-1", moderately overweight guys.
I sure had some trouble finding a comfortable position with some that I've tried at events like Tuba Christmas.
I'm 6'-0", 220lb.
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