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Doc wrote:HB-50 Grand Orchestral CC - Yeah, they really had one there. I did NOT see what all the fuss is about. But then again, HB's don't speak to me personally. It wasn't a dog, but bells didn't ring and sparks didn't fly. I did try several mp's on it (Conn Helleberg, Laskey 30G, Klier T4D, SSH), but the horn just didn't feel good to me. Intonation was pretty good, and it made a good sound. Responded well, too, but it didn't reach out and grab me personally. I heard several comments at the booth from various players that the horn was great. To each his own.

I was disappointed in this horn (HB-50) as well. When I saw it, I got really excited, but when I played it, I did not think it was doing the job I would expect of a horn of this nature. It seemed to be wasting my air, unlike the PCK at Tuba Exchange, which actually seemed to take my air and use it wisely. Can a tuba really do that? I think it did today!!!

I also enjoyed playing the Thor, and I even liked the 2265 Roger had. BTW, if any of you haven't met Roger, he was the nicest vendor I talked with on the floor. He is such a great resource for our community. Thanks, Roger!!!

Doc, It was really nice meeting you at the Menil Weston booth shortly.
I didn't have much time so I had to rush around to all the booths and toot on horns.


You seem like great person and sound pretty darn good,I hope to meet you in the future at TMEA.

I loved the sound and responce, Good intonation despite me beeing a BBb player But the only thing I don't like is that HUGE valve throw.
But considering everything else about that horn I'm sure I could get over it hehe.

OTOH If I had the money and was looking for a 6/4 i woulda bought that 2265 on the spot.

I liked the HB-55, which before the convention, I had no idea existed.

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I wonder if the HB-50s have suffered in quality since they began manufacturing parts?

The one I have is handmade and was purchased before they switched the name to HB-50. I wish I would have been there to give the one at the show a try. I've heard that these horns varied greatly when they were handmade, and actually have experience with that, as the one that I have plays better than the one Custom sent out for me to try for a few months.

I'd be curious to know if anyone has noticed inconstancies in the HB-50s and/or the HB Grand Orchestral models.

hey doc, it was nice to finally meet you. i was the student of Mr. Daniel's at the meinl booth. you should check out the thing in Austin next month. the SHSU tuba/euph ensemble is playing and i'll be playing in the solo recital. hope to see you there!

-casey

What is happening in Austin next month? Any information is greatly appreciated.

Hi,

University of Texas at Austin is going to be hosting the regional ITEC conference on March 30th and 31st. It should be fun!!

Doc wrote: Maybe next time we should all gather at a certain place/time and take some pics together to commemorate the takeover of TMEA by Tubenet. Whatcha think?
Doc

Sounds like a good idea to me.