Jupiter CC tubas

[Salazarsam33]

Has anybody had any experience with these, im looking for an inexpensive CC for collage.

there are two models that i have found, the 584 and the 1284. i dont know anything about these two, they look exactly the same, with the same bore and bell etc, but i do not know what makes them different.

Can anybody can share why these models are different, how well they play, and how they would compare to a 186 copy from jinbao?

thank you all very much

-Sam

[arpthark]

I have played the 584. It is a good horn. The 1284 is an (ostensibly) "5/4" version released around 2010... you can read a little bit about it here:

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I would pick a 186 copy any day of the week over the Jupiter. YMMV

[Travis99079]

I tried out several of their horns during ITEC in Tennessee. Can't personally say I cared for them except for the XO, but that's their "pro" model. Unfortunately, I can't say how those specific horns compare to a 186 copy, but I haven't regretted buying my 410 CC from Mack Brass. For the price, you really can't beat the Jinbao horns. If you have a little extra, not many people consider the St. Petersburg horns either. They aren't for everyone, but I've always been a fan. Best advice is just to try playing them all to see what your preference is before buying. Ideally, have a mentor play them as well.

[Slamson]

Many years ago, a certain representative of an instrument manufacturer (ahem) wanted me to endorse their new tubas. I still can't believe that I was that rude to him. However, I had just played one of their new instruments and it had literally fallen apart in my lap. Messy.

That being said, Jupiter has come a long way, but with the increase in quality the increase in price has been exponential. I've played the 584 and it's OK, but the price is too high for an "OK" horn.

I'd look for a good used instrument (it takes a lot of legwork) or roll the dice and try a clone, OR - I'd take a look at the Eastman. I like their sound for the price. They're too new to tell if they can stand the test of time.