Tuba Fixed!

[Richardrichard9]

I just got my at home tuba fixed (from the leadpipe breaking off) it took 8months to have it fixed (because of the conn selmer strike). It is playing as beautiful as ever, but when I play 2 notes, high F and G only, the lead pipe starts to buzz. Only on those 2 notes in my entire range. When I apply pressure in a certain part of the lead pipe the buzzing stops. Is there any solution to this other than brining it in to the shop again (really don't want to do)

[davewerden]

I'm not sure there is any safe way to take care of this without returning to the repair shop.

[suetuba]

A temporary solution: apply lumps of Blu Tack contacting both leadpipe and bell. It may take a few lumps, and a few attempts to find the right spot, but it should stop the buzzing temporarily. It looks awful, but it usually stops the buzzing, which can drive you nuts when practising.
However, for the sake of the structural integrity of the instrument be very careful doing anything near a leadpipe, even with Blu Tack. Gentle pressure only!
I absolutely agree with Dave that it really needs to go back to the repair shop ASAP.
Sue

[tubadrmn]

Souds like someone missed a solder joint.

Get it back to the shop ASAP, don't try anything as you may void your warrenty.

Jerry

[prototypedenNIS]

I second tubadrmn's diagnosis. It's likely a missed solder joint. The technician should not charge you a penny.