Tuba/Euphonium friends, here is another little video I did on the characteristics of the slots in the lower register in particular, and how free buzzing is related but different, and if you try what...
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Tuba/Euphonium friends, here is another little video I did on the characteristics of the slots in the lower register in particular, and how free buzzing is related but different, and if you try what...
Dave,
Makes me think that Peter Hirsbrunner was using thicker metal? Otherwise, I think your Adams and his HB479 are the same architecture / design, right?
Steve
Dave, I have an idea, let’s compare the weight of an AdamsE3 and an HB 479. I just weighted the HB and it is precisely 10.5 lbs, without mouthpiece, of course. I noticed that the HB felt much heavier...
Hi, John, ‘yes’ I am that guy! Write me at steven@rf2bits.com and let’s get in touch! Best, Steve
Comment for the group regarding the Hirsbrunner model 479. I was lucky enough to just acquire one new. The last 3 that Peter Hirsbrunner made were available. There were 2 left of the 3. I tried them...
What would be the brightest clearest sounding configuration of a custom Adams horn then? I tried the SS bell Adams when it first came out, and loved it. Maybe the thinnest metal in SS would be the...
All valid and good inputs, thanks guys. That being said, let’s go back to the premise that from a trombone player’s perspective, the euphonium lacks higher overtones and sounds dead and dull by...
The Alex 151 has a particular sound and characteristics that are dissimilar to the standard Euphonium as we know it. Either one likes it or doesn't like it, a totally subjective matter. I was probing...
Has anyone tried the Alexander 151 5-Valve tenor tuba? Being primarily a trombonist who occasionally doubles on euphonium, what dissuades me from playing on a traditional euphonium is the dark, woody...