Tuba Throne Thoughts

[Paul S]

Having started the Christmas season and the joys of interesting concepts in seating one runs across in holiday jobs, I am motivated to get spend some of my Holiday income to purchase a solid throne to make life easier for both me and my knees. I am defintely on the large size of players so have pretty much narrowed my choices down to two models that seem to have the sturdiness and design to hold up to my bulk and my fairly chunky CC.

Has anyone had experience with either the Pearl D2000 or Yamaha DS950 models to post some thoughts on likes and dislikes as well as longevity?




Thanks!

[Paul S]

Try this instead!

probably would be the wisest choice for down in the pit in long performances! Would be better with a beverage dispenser at side though

[ArnoldGottlieb]

Hey Paul,
I don't have experience with those two seats but I bought a roc n soc and it has changed my life http://www.rocnsoc.com/macspindles.html I mostly play bass for a living and had been convinced of the advantages of sitting but had never found a comfortable seat. When subbing on a doubling show, the guy I was subbing for had a roc n soc and I was convinced after about an hour to check one out. For the tuba it fits me well, I'm no small guy either, and I feel that my posture is better, and being able to move a bit on the spindle has gotten rid of a lot of back issues that once plauged me. Also, the option of being higher (which I use) lets my feet be flat while there is no slouching, or crouching which keeps the body in it's best position for air. I have one at my theatre and I'm going to buy one for home use soon. As far as the brands go, 3 of my working drummer friends convinced me that there was only one to buy as far as quality and that was roc n soc. I looked at a few others but nothing came close. I use the manual spindle with a tradition saddle seat with a back, and shall I say again, SADDLE SEAT (at least try it!!!) As for some of the 4 legged seats you pictured, I've found that with three you need to make sure there is a leg behind you so you don't fall over backwards, but I prefer it as there are less things near me on the floor. Anyway, I hope my vomiting of opinions is helpful, I usually try to edit, but today I gotta run. Peace. ASG

[chhite]

I own a Lunar series of the Roc n' Soc thrones and find it to be very stable and comfortable. The five-legged base gives a firm foundation and easily accepts the legs of the BBC rest. Link below.

http://www.rocnsoc.com/lunarseries.html

[iiipopes]

Since I play a traditional Besson with upright valves, I take an ordinary orchestra chair, turn it 45 degrees to the left so the back is behind my right elbow. The tuba sits nicely on the corner of the seat, and I can rest my elbow on the chair back as necessary. Of course, you have to make sure your lead pipe is positioned properly so you don't strain or slouch; my tech took care of that.

[tubatooter1940]

Everybody in our trio bought nice drum thrones with large padded triangular seats amd four stainless steel legs. We are all happy with them.
No backaches and no hunting for folding chairs at every venue.

[sinfonian]

Paul

I puchased the Yamaha DS1100 about a year and half ago and love it. It really gave me a good base for my playing. The only difference is the hydraulic lift. Make sure you purchase the optional back. I like the 4 leg model because it is more secure.

[Tubaryan12]

Since I play a traditional Besson with upright valves, I take an ordinary orchestra chair, turn it 45 degrees to the left so the back is behind my right elbow. The tuba sits nicely on the corner of the seat, and I can rest my elbow on the chair back as necessary. Of course, you have to make sure your lead pipe is positioned properly so you don't strain or slouch; my tech took care of that.

Man...I remember when I used to be that skinny (or were the chairs just bigger back then?)

[iiipopes]

Since I play a traditional Besson with upright valves, I take an ordinary orchestra chair, turn it 45 degrees to the left so the back is behind my right elbow. The tuba sits nicely on the corner of the seat, and I can rest my elbow on the chair back as necessary. Of course, you have to make sure your lead pipe is positioned properly so you don't strain or slouch; my tech took care of that.

Man...I remember when I used to be that skinny (or were the chairs just bigger back then?)

Ha! No, they're just the newer Wingert chairs that are a little wider. I had a gig at another auditorium last weekend with regular chairs. I managed, but it was uncomfortable.