SOLD .
For sale is a 6/4 J.W. York and Sons tuba, converted to a front action CC by Bob Rusk. This instrument was formerly owned by Mark Wolfe of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and was cut at his request. The body was discovered -- as an unused-and-in-poor-condition top-action BBb -- in a Hollywood movie trunk, and given new life through this conversion process. Mr. Wolfe used the instrument for many years in his professional career.
Over the past ten years, I have used this instrument in all settings through two university degrees, and into my professional career. It is a surprisingly nimble 6/4 horn, and I have used it as a solo instrument, in bands, orchestras, and chamber ensembles. Of course, it is most at home when sitting in an orchestra or band.
Intonation is surprisingly good, and certainly workable. There are no ‘crazy’ problems that sometimes occur with cut horns. Tendencies are within normal range and quite predictable. Slots are wide and “lipping” pitches into place is an easy option without loss of tone quality. All slides move easily.
Response is extremely quick; this 6/4 tuba plays like some 4/4 tubas. Of course, the tone is a classic “York” sound. Valves are 100% (no wear/leaking/etc.).
The finish shows significant wear (see photos), as might be expected given the history of the tuba. She may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts.
The instrument is located in central Pennsylvania. I am willing to drive a fair distance for interested purchasers to try the tuba, and am willing to meet a purchaser to avoid shipping the horn (though I will ship it at buyer’s instructions, risk, and expense).
This sale includes a black leather Cronkhite gig bag (purchased when Mr. Cronkhite was still making the bags himself), and an old - but functional - Walt Johnson flight case.
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York 6/4 CC --- SOLD
Last edited by Himes on Mon Apr 29, 2019 7:13 am, edited 10 times in total.
Re: York 6/4 CC
I knew Mark, and I've heard this horn in person. It's phenomenal, and I wish I could justify buying it
Good luck with the sale
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Quick story....
22 years ago or so I auditioned for the Shreveport symphony. For a small symphony there were some big names there, including Ev Gilmore. Most of us were standing outside the hall when Mark played, and we all looked at each other and knew it was over at that point. He had the job. He was a great player, and yes, he was playing that York RIP Mark
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Omg
My wife just gave me the blessing to buy this horn, just based on what we heard 22 years ago. Even with permission, I just can't justify it. Not when I only play in a symphony 4 concerts a year.
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Mark:
Thanks for the luck and the story! I've heard a few similar ones about Mr. Wolfe and this horn over the years. You've already cleared the biggest hurdle (your wife said yes!), so let me know if you change your mind!
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Oh... but what concerts they would be! And that would be just one more reason to drive up and hang out. Test Finley's York and hear him play it in concert. Or maybe I could buy it, and you could borrow it... Hmm... Maybe I could sell our camper...?  All that, plus $8.00, will get you a venti at Starbucks.
Or in my case, a large can of Folgers.
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I should probably add I've never actually played the horn, so my glowing excitement is based just on hearing Mark play. Take that for what you will as far as how the horn might respond in all registers.
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I've played it and it's a really nice tuba....quite responsive and fun to play !
Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra
Tri-Cities Opera Orchestra Brass Menagerie Billtown Brass Always a professional musician
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May I say that with $11k, your options for a 6/4 tuba are huge and every tuba player you know would suggest you look at all the options before buying a big tuba. City Intonation Inspector - Dallas Texas
"Holding the Bordognian Fabric of the Universe together through better pitch, one note at a time." Practicing results in increased atmospheric CO2 thus causing global warming.
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I'm not really in the market, I just thought it was cool that my wife gave me permission
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Whole heartedly agree with Adam. Very nice tuba!
Rudy 3/4
That which is dead can eternal lie and with many strange aeons even tubas will fly -A Misquote from HP Lovecraft.
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Well, that is cool. A woman who understands is a rare thing. City Intonation Inspector - Dallas Texas
"Holding the Bordognian Fabric of the Universe together through better pitch, one note at a time." Practicing results in increased atmospheric CO2 thus causing global warming.
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Yeah, I have a good one, She's given her blessing on some big purchases in the last year, so I think I'm done buying stuff for a while. We're saving up for a big anniversary trip in 2 years. She deserves it for putting up with me for decades
Re: York 6/4 CC
Beautiful horn!
Frankentuba by Tabor
Former Navy Musician Middle School Band Director Spotsylvania, VA
Re: York 6/4 CC
Just another approach to justify the purchase, Mark: you should play it every day for your wife (a nice serenade like Schuberts Staendchen e.g.) and besides that about 4 times a year in concert.....
Best, Hubert
Re: York 6/4 CC
Mark you can borrow mine and show her
Eric Hunter
186CC 5U (gone) Rudy Meinl 5/4 CC (gone) Silver CC Piggy (gone) Meinl Weston F Model 45 (Gone) B&S 5/4 CC Prototype Yamaha 822F York 6/4 CC (yes a real York BAT)
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I am surprised that this horn has not been picked up yet!
Frankentuba by Tabor
Former Navy Musician Middle School Band Director Spotsylvania, VA
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A lot of options in the 6/4, $11,000 range. All have their benefits, and every tuba will eventually find it's person.
Handmade B&S PT6
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