WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
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WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Searching for just an upright bell so I can interchange them when needed. Especially for concert bands..Really love my Conn but don't want to take it to rehearsal and get nasty looks from the conductor. Preferably the 24 inch factory bell.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
I have a Kanstul 2XJ Bell in excellent condition. $850 plus shipping. I paid $1100 from the factory and I had to wait 4 months.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Those are 20 or 21 inches?Dan Tuba wrote:I have a Kanstul 2XJ Bell in excellent condition. $850 plus shipping. I paid $1100 from the factory and I had to wait 4 months.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
20 inches. I have a 20J and a 25J with the original Conn Bells. The Kanstul bell works very well.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Do you prefer the kanstul upright over the 24" Conn upright? I've heard it's more focusedDan Tuba wrote:20 inches. I have a 20J and a 25J with the original Conn Bells. The Kanstul bell works very well.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Overall, yes, I prefer the Kanstul bell. It's definitely more focused while still maintaining the "BAT" sound
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
I wish you luck on your quest. I waited 4 years before I found one and then had to buy a whole horn. The original bells are hard to find in any condition.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Looks like I may have found one! Yes you are right. But I'd rather have an original than a smaller diameter replacement.edsel585960 wrote:I wish you luck on your quest. I waited 4 years before I found one and then had to buy a whole horn. The original bells are hard to find in any condition.
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Re: WTB Upright bell for Conn 2XJ series tuba
Hope you get It!
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Conn 10J, Conn 26 K, Martin Mammoth, Mirafone 186, Soviet Helicon, Holton Raincatcher Sousaphone, Yamaha 103, King 1240.