I am selling the horn because my return to playing after a 25 year layoff is moving much faster than I expected (yeah) and I now need a multi-purpose CC.
This horn has excellent intonation and is physically easy to handle and play. The valves are the fastest pistons I have ever played. It has a surprisingly (to me) strong low register and it projects well for a ¾ horn. My quintet has been pleased with the horn and were initially very unsupportive of me selling it.
It is a great BBb horn for small group playing, or for anyone who wants a quality horn in BBb that is physically easy to manage. Some have claimed that these early serial numbers are special-- I personally can not verify that claim because I have not played any other examples of this horn, but I can say that this is a very well built tuba.
It comes with its factory hard case in very good condition. I am fairly new to Tubenet so I will happily provide references you can check at the local college music department (I do some contract work with them) and the local school district (my main employer). I would drive a day from Western Colorado to meet someone for a delivery. Otherwise, buyer would pay shipping. I am asking $3400 for the horn. Please pm me with inquiries. Thanks for looking. Scot
(I am just learning how to use a digital camera so if you want a different angle/clarity picture please let me know)
