So, the prodigal son returns.
Still has the Gard case and Gary guessed correctly, it wears like iron! I have run it through all the paces with no damage to the instrument and the case only looks a...
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So, the prodigal son returns.
Still has the Gard case and Gary guessed correctly, it wears like iron! I have run it through all the paces with no damage to the instrument and the case only looks a...
All true. I should have said larger instruments. Some of those new 6/4 Eb tubas are pretty impressive. One thing I have noted about pedal tones, certain tubas can produce them with ease while others...
Gary is absolutely correct. The strange thing is that a huge mouthpiece is the only one that really works for me. I have tried a wide range of mouthpieces over the years and always end up back on the...
As a tuba a player I can tell you that very few use the same embouchure placement for their entire range. Also, every instrument has "pedal" tones or notes that are very low for that specific...
Sorry, Giddings and Webster man myself. They have a stainless and titanium variation of the PT-88 you might consider. Their two week test period is tough to beat.
I think with the development of the contras (for drum corps/marching bands) and the "higher" quality susaphones (for outside groups), the home for a recording (front facing) bell on a concert style...
There are clothes specifically for gold plated instruments. I have not bought one in years since I am all silver and stainless now. You have to be careful with the silver polishing related items as...
Once you have done all the tests above which are usually the culprit...I had a similar problem with a tuba once. The valves had no markings to indicate which belonged where. It turned out the the...
Cover the valve in what way? It sounds like you are looking for what I call a valve lock. The newer Besson Euphs have them on the fourth valve. You depress the fourth valve and flip a small metal...
My bad! I have a G & W Stainless which takes just about any abrasive cleaner with no notable impact. I also should have clarified that I use gel toothpaste and nothing with baking soda.
EEb is the way to go (full size, with compensating fourth valve). I played a trumpet/cornet for 20 years before switching. As you can see by my signature, I play a York which is the old Besson...
How do you wipe out your mouthpiece after using it? Try simply rinsing it with water after you play, shake it dry and put it in a separate NEW mouthpiece case. Do not wipe it or clean it with any...
Excellent summary and true statements on all counts.
Like Dave and Gary mention, when you are rasied in the British Brass Band style world, everything is written in treble clef with the exception of the bass trombone. There is a long history one can...
I looked at a suspension bag but thought it looked too complicated and went with the standard style bag instead. I never read anything stating they were better which would have been the case if they...
I have messed with some of the varieties out there. I still always come back to long tones and scales. However, I can feel your pain. It would be so nice if there was something you could do to...
Sorry for the confusion guys, I was responding to two posts at the same time and got my wires crossed (another blog has a running converstation about silver vs. lacquer plating). I owned a trumpet...
I do, however, have a Bach Trombone guard on one section of the tubing since it has a very nice holder on it for a pencil or pen for easy access to mark up my music. It is located close to the bell...
I have found that a simple wipe-down after use is the best solution. The only location with noted wear would be where my ring on my ring finger resides (nicks and scratches). I live in Georgia...
I almost always upend my horn to empty it out. Certain models have more issues of this nature. I also have a valve drip catcher that I have to dump as well to ensure that doesn't spill all over the...
Well, I ended up getting a Gard Cordura Tuba Gig Bag 62-SK (19.5? Bell, 37? Deep) from Musician?s Friend. There were some discrepancies when I tried to order it online, so I called and got a few...
I have a silver bell York. JTJ said it best. It carries a deep sound but also has a little edge to it allowing it to be noticed.
Still waiting on the Virtuosi Tuba gig bags. No one will sell me one until they have them in stock. Makes you wonder if they know something about the stability of the company that us mortals do...
Looks like the Virtuosi is the winner this time around. It is on backorder right now so I have to lug around the monster case for a few more weeks. While their cases are only about $160 you pay...
PS: Keep posting folks. Sounds like there are a lot of us out there having issues finding a good gigbag for a tuba.