I came across this King/Conn tuba on ebay. The entry level bid and cost for shipping are low enough to temp me. I am wondering if this is a worthy tuba for restoration; thats where the big bucks would come into play.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Old-AntiqueThree-3- ... 45f2bec7eb" target="_blank
Worth Restoring?
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Rev Rob
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Worth Restoring?
Beginning again to be a tuba player.
1291 King Double B flat with detachable bell.
"The hills are alive, with the sound of (tuba) music."
1291 King Double B flat with detachable bell.
"The hills are alive, with the sound of (tuba) music."
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Rick F
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Re: Worth Restoring?
Looks like an old baritone to me. I'd ask some questions... like model number, S/N and how tall it is.
Miraphone 5050 - Warburton BJ/RF mpc
YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
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YEP-641S (recently sold), DE mpc (102 rim; I-cup; I-9 shank)
Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches:
"Always play with a good tone, never louder than lovely, never softer than supported." - author unknown.
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windshieldbug
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Re: Worth Restoring?
The valve tubing length sure looks like a baritone, and one in not great shape at that!
Even if you're looking for a baritone to honk around on, make sure that the valves aren't worn out!
Even if you're looking for a baritone to honk around on, make sure that the valves aren't worn out!
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Rev Rob
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Re: Worth Restoring?
I guess the real trick is finding a vintage tuba whose reputation as a good playing/performing instrument is firmly and widely established. I would imagine it helps to be a bit of a historian about older tubas. That and being a part of this BBS to get ideas and opinions before big bucks are spent.
Beginning again to be a tuba player.
1291 King Double B flat with detachable bell.
"The hills are alive, with the sound of (tuba) music."
1291 King Double B flat with detachable bell.
"The hills are alive, with the sound of (tuba) music."
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DavidK
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Re: Worth Restoring?
That looks like a 1960's or 70's typical school model. Nothing to turn your nose up to, but not worth a big investmentto restore. A little searching on the auction site9s) and you'll find he same or very models in a variety of conditions and at a wide variety of price points.
Happy hunting!
Happy hunting!