Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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Hey,
so the mute guy Ion Balu has come up with customized rotary valve caps. Check it out:
http://www.ionbalu.com/Balu_Abalone_valves.html" target="_blank

I want to get #6, it would be really sexy on my CC and #8 would be way sexy for my F. Yeah, I know, I'm a dork.
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Re: Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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:arrow: While looking at the valve cap coverings, check out the latest development -- The Liquid Double Wall Leadpipe.

http://www.ionbalu.com/Liquid_Double_Wall_Leadpipe.html

Let the discussion, debate, questions, polarization of opinions, and flaming begin! :P

(And do you want yours in raw brass, lacquer, or silver plate? Personally, such ideas from a new perspective intrigue me)
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Re: Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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Damn, now you've given me something else to spend my money on. I think I'm going to have to get #3 (or maybe 10) for my rotary valve King.
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Re: Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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Pimp my Tuba . . .

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Re: Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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I'm waiting for the heavyweight version. :D
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When will they offer Mother of Pearl inlay for valve caps or rotary valve paddles? I want sustain like I get from my '64 Les Paul.
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Re: Balu Abalone Valve Customization

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Ion's horn looks interesting and pretty scientific. When I did play the French horn, my technique and ability didn't stretch the Conn 6D I was given to play. A 6D's a pretty good horn for someone who is of moderate skill. I can't imagine I could tell the difference between it and one of these Balu creations.

Looks pretty cool, though...
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