Wanted: 3/4 size tuba

geomiklas · Post by **geomiklas** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 1:53 pm

I'm looking for a 3/4 size tuba in either BBb or CC. I would prefer 4 valves, but will consider 3 valves. I am not going to go out and set the world on fire playing the tuba, but I will play it in a couple of summer bands and in my church for certain occasions. So even if you don't have a horn to offer, I'm still open to your suggestions. I've looked at some web pics of Jupiter, MM, and Maestro. Some of these would appear to be decent horns, but I have not played on any of them.

Thanks,
George

Alex F · Post by **Alex F** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 2:31 pm

Based on my personal experience, try out:

1. Weril J680 (BBb) or J681 (CC). Both 4 valve compact tubas. These are sold by Joe "Bloke" Sellmansberger, Baltimore Brass (www.baltimorebrass.net), Steve Ferguson (www.hornguys.com), and Lee Stofer (www.tubameister.com).

2. Josef Lidl LBB-701, 4 rotary valves. Problem is that these are hard to find now. There was one "for sale" recently below but I think it's been sold. Great horn. I have one (Not for sale).

3. Jupiter 482 ( I think). Don't know much about this one but some people say it's decent.

There have been several threads about 3/4 size tubas on the current and "old" TubeNet. Check the archived posts for them.

Good luck.

Alex F.

ArnoldGottlieb · Post by **ArnoldGottlieb** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 3:24 pm

I agree with the previous poster regarding new tubas. However, I feel that there is much more value in buying a good used horn. My pick would be a good Cervany Piggy. It feels like a 3/4 horn and puts out nearly the sound of a 4/4 horn. If you have a budget in mind, you would help yourself by letting everyone know about it. Good Luck.
Peace.
ASG

MartyNeilan · Post by **MartyNeilan** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 3:29 pm

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 7395727948
How about this; these horns have a great reputation for "7/8" sized tubas.
It shouldn't cost much to have the bell rolled out.

Blake Dowling · Post by **Blake Dowling** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 7:10 pm

My Tuba teacher at UCF,(Gail Robertson) has a 4-valve 4/4 Cerveny "piggy" BBb that i believe she is selling cause she recently bought a Miraphone 1291 5-valve BBb. send me a message of interest and I'll ask her.

Norm in Bellevue · Post by **Norm in Bellevue** » Sat Mar 04, 2006 11:39 pm

I'm the guy who recently sold my Lidl. Prior to purchasing it from Lee Stofer, I tried both the Weril and the Jupiter 482. I didn't like the Weril at all (intonation problems). The Jupiter was a far better horn. However, the Lidl had a better overall tone quality, and a fuller low range. Shoot an email to Lee Stofer. http://www.tubameister.com He may have one in either BBb or CC.

geomiklas · Post by **geomiklas** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 1:02 pm

Alex F: Thanks for your advise of instruments.

Arnold Gottleib: Thanks for your advise also. I'm leaning towards just holding out to find a horn in my current tuba budget.

Marty Neilan: Thanks for bringing that one to my attention.

Blake Dowling: Thanks for offering to contact your teacher for me.

Norm in Bellvue: Thanks for your comparision

Additionally, I would like to thank Bruce Emrich for his assistance. I found him through searching down for sale ads. Bruce has been quite a great guy for pointing me toward the various tuba sites on the internet.

GM

tbn.al · Post by **tbn.al** » Thu Mar 16, 2006 10:36 pm

Check out the Miafone 184 on ebay. I've had one for about a year and absolutely love it. It is the perfect quintet horn for someone who doesn't want to learn a new set of fingerings.

windshieldbug · Post by **windshieldbug** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 12:11 pm

3/4 Size Convertible Jupiter Tuba

Start = $100, Buy-it-now = $900
"3/4 Size Convertible Jupiter Tuba - Just had $450.00 worth of repairs - total ultra sonic cleaning, replaced valves, new lead pipe (concert attachment) Only 3 years old but was damaged cosmetically - Bell has been totally repaired and patched. Case (with rollers) is included and in excellent Condition. Horn lists for $2500.00"

quinterbourne · Post by **quinterbourne** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 4:48 pm

Would be good to know what your budget is.

This would get you a lot of bang for your buck:
http://www.tubastudio.com/32828.htm

geomiklas · Post by **geomiklas** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 7:48 pm

Nate_pls, tbn.al, windsheildbug and quinterbourne: Thanks to each of you.

I have purchased a tuba today! A Cerveny CCB 603-4MRX "Piggy", CC, 4 rotary valves, and a gig bag.

Also a big thanks to all of you for enduring this thread and bearing with me as I re-emerge in the tuba field.

George Miklas

Alex F · Post by **Alex F** » Sat Mar 18, 2006 8:27 pm

Congratulations on your new horn!! Those porkers can be quite nice. Someonw told me they won a Tanglewood audition on one of them a few years back.

Stay in touch.

Alex F.

ArnoldGottlieb · Post by **ArnoldGottlieb** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 12:42 am

Man, I made a lot of money with my piggy. I don't have it anymore, but I expect to be looking for one soon. Enjoy it.
Peace.
ASG

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