All valves are fast, smooth and quiet, and all slides move freely. Lacquer is 98%, with just a few dents on the bottom bow and 1st branch (see pics). Very even response (incl low register), and intonation is very easy to work with. Overall, just an outstanding horn and fantastic value at $6,895 (IMO). Includes an SKB case in very good condition, as well as a like-new ProTec soft case. Either pick up in Waxahachie (20 min S of Dallas), or buyer pays S/H from Dallas. Selling simply because I have another horn that better suits my current needs. Feel free to message w/questions, as I don't check this board very often.
Pics may be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ ... sp=sharing
SOLD: 80's Vintage Miraphone 188-5U CC Tuba
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SOLD: 80's Vintage Miraphone 188-5U CC Tuba
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Re: FS: 80's Vintage Miraphone 188-5U CC Tuba
Price reduction: $6745 + S/H
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Re: FS: 80's Vintage Miraphone 188-5U CC Tuba
Note: already-low price of $6,745 includes an SKB large-frame case (no longer available, $800 value) AND a ProTec gig bag in like-new condition. Even better, this horn is a great-playing example of a 188. If it doesn’t go this week, will probably raise the price and post it on E-*#%.
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Re: FS: 80's Vintage Miraphone 188-5U CC Tuba
Last chance to buy @ lower price, before it goes to the Bay. You won’t find a better all-around horn at a better price!
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