I have a nice Conn 36J with an original Conn recording Bell and a newer Kanstul upright bell. The tuba and recording bell are silver and the Kanstul upright bell is raw brass.
Cosmetically the silver could use a polishing and there is signs of dent repair; but it is now dent free. There is also a patch on the lead pipe (see pix).
Some updates/upgrades include a flipped first valve tuning slide with the slide at the top so you can adjust while playing. Also the valves have been recently replated and are excellent. The valve guides are also new with hardly any play.
I recently purchased this horn from Shane at West Point and while it has a great tone, it is just a bit too big for my taste. It does have a great sound and very easy response. I am just going to look for something a little smaller. I have used it on three Reading Pops gigs and received nice compliments on the sound of the horn.
$3500 plus shipping.
I am located near Reading PA.
I would still be willing to consider a trade if you have something in a 5/4 sized BBb tuba, like a Miraphone 187, St. Petersburg, York Master, MW 25, etc. I could get the horn back anytime. So if you are in the north east / mid atlantic states we could meet up somewhere.
ken k
