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Hey everyone,

I noticed a while ago that St. Petersburg came out with the 209 (5V Rotor CC) and just recently released the 210 (5V Piston CC). I was wondering if anyone has played either of the horns and could provide some feedback?

Also any input on the Tuba Exchange TE-900 would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I am thinking of taking a road trip down to Tuba Exchange to try them out, but value the opinion of those out there who have played them before.

Thanks,
Mike

While I haven't played any of the above, I do have this commentary:

St Pete CC: Why not just stick with their best design - the BBb model 202 with the large diameter bell?
They started making the CC because of US buyers who prefer CC above BBb.
They started making both the BBb and the CC with front action pistons for the US market for the same reasons.
Interestingly enough, the BBb piston horn is not listed on the Tuba Exchange webpage right now.

TE-900: This is a Chinese made clone of the PT-6P. Not a JinBao. Here are a few previous posts about this horn:
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If you do drive to Durham, check back for recommendations.
There are lots of good restaurants in the Raleigh-Durham area, you just need to know where to look.
If you like baseball try to come on a home game night. The Bulls are almost as good as their parent team, the Tampa Bay Rays and the ballpark here is MUCH better than the dome in Tampa.

@NCSUSousa - thanks for the post!

I appreciate you taking the time out to find the chains on the TE-900.

I used to have the 202N, but crossed over to the CC side right before college. I loved that St. Pete, great sound. That's why I'm considering the 210, hopefully it has the same presence and tone. I can't believe it, I just looked up the price of a new 202N and it is $900 more than what I paid for it.

I will definitely let you know when I plan on making the trip and will take you up on a few suggestions.

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