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I've been looking for a 4/4 american-style CC. If you own or have played one of the PT-606 CC's, what are your impressions of the horn? Strengths/weaknesses?

Also, could you please PM me the price these horns are selling at? Are there any good alternatives for a 4/4 american-style 4P/1R horn out there now?

Thanks.

I have a student who just got one last week. It has a great sound! He plays it in quintet, band, and orchestra. It is plenty big, but fine for small stuff, too.

It was his original intent to buy a PT 6 (I play one), but I recommended the 606 because its seemed more appropriate for an all around instrument. It was a wise choice for him.

In my quick trial of his horn I was impressed. Good intonation, great sound, fast pistons. The tuba will never hold him back. Other horns he was considering were the Meinl Weston 2000, and Mirafone 1291.

Price: More than I can afford.

Eric B wrote:http://tinyurl.com/2k7b7f

Probably around half the price of a new PT606p.

good to know.

I'll chime in, too. I love my Gnagey Horn. It just can't be beat

I had a chance to buy this horn from Ed Owen last year. Man, am I kicking myself!

King/Holton CC Tuba

* Four piston, fifth rotor
* 19" bell
* .687 bore
* 1980's vintage King 2341 valve section/body
* 1920's vintage Holton Eb bell
* Conversion by Sam Gnagey
* $3495/offer - buyer pays shipping

Hi-
BTW, is there anyone out there who has one of Sam's CC piston conversions for sale? They are terrific. I know Sam has a dandy one available, but I am just wondering if anyone who has one is selling one? If so, drop me a line at: jonestuba@juno.com with details. I'd be interested.
Thanks-
mark
jonestuba@Juno.com

After all the tubas that I've owned and have been provided for me by the army my PT606 is the best tuba I've ever played. It's worth the money.

Miraphone 1292 "New Yorker"- a very good all-around instrument, HUGE sound, and not a bad price!