The Tubassist

[UTTuba_09]

I just wanted to say that I think that the Tubassist Tuba Stand is probably one of the best ones on the market. I have tried to use other Tuba stands before, but they have always fallen short, literally, they start out at the right height, but less than 10 mins later, the stand slumps down to an uncomfortable level, despite how hard I tighten the screw. So if you're having the same problem that I had, I HIGHLY recommend the Tubassist, available at http://www.tubassist.com/
These stands are awesome, they may cost a bit more than the other stands, but if you're tired of slumping stands, I would recommend getting the Tubassist stand....

[Wyvern]

I would second that! I have used the Tubassist for the last couple of years and find it works really great.

I have now got one in the car and one in my practice room at home.

[TonyZ]

I have tried to use other Tuba stands before, but they have always fallen short, literally, they start out at the right height, but less than 10 mins later, the stand slumps down to an uncomfortable level, despite how hard I tighten the screw.

Indeed, I found that my DEG stand had a metric nut, and a standard screw. I of course stripped that out in about 3 days. After that, they very nicely sent me a free replacement. I stripped that one out, as well. When I discovered the error of their import, I let them know, went to Lowe's and for 3 dollars, my DEG stand works perfectly.

Oh....I like the tubassist as well!!

[lgb&dtuba]

Looks like a nice product.

That said, I use a Roc n Soc drummers throne with seat back. It's a saddle seat and the tuba sits nicely on the padded seat extension. I'd think it's a little easier to use in that you can stand up and sit down repeatedly without having to resituate everything.

It's nice to always have my own seat with me on gigs and not have to make do with whatever is provided. Saves wear and tear on me as well as on the tuba.

Jim

[windshieldbug]

Which is it- a tuba or a bassist?

[scottw]

While you are happy with the Tubassist, your main reason for rejecting the floor stands ----them slipping down after a little time---really does not apply for the Baltimore Brass stand. I have never had it slip--not once. It is made better than the DEG by a mile, and better than the K&M, too. I have not had a moment's trouble in the 2 years I've used it.

[Bandmaster]

I have tried to use other Tuba stands before, but they have always fallen short, literally, they start out at the right height, but less than 10 mins later, the stand slumps down to an uncomfortable level, despite how hard I tighten the screw.

Indeed, I found that my DEG stand had a metric nut, and a standard screw. I of course stripped that out in about 3 days. After that, they very nicely sent me a free replacement. I stripped that one out, as well. When I discovered the error of their import, I let them know, went to Lowe's and for 3 dollars, my DEG stand works perfectly.

Mt solution for the DEG stand I got from a fellow tuba player. Go to your local bicycle shop and ask for and buy a ten speed seat quick release lever and replace the screw and nut on the DEG stand with it. It is only about $9. You can adjust the tension to whatever you want and it clamps tightly and does not slip once engaged. I highly recommend this alteration.





I also drilled a new hole, a couple of inches higher, for the pin that holds the feet in place. It makes the stand more stable.

[TonyZ]

That's a great fix, Dave! Looks good!

[ken k]

If you need to raise your tuba higher I would strongly recomend a Stewart Stand. I had mine mounted right on the horn since the velcro straps are a bit of a pain, but it is great and I do not have to carry around an extra stand.

This option however would not work if you need to lower your tuba to line the mouthpeuce up with your mouth.

ken k