King 1240 and 1250 Comparison


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Posted by Bill V. on January 09, 2004 at 01:55:12:

I have been getting back into playing tuba by playing an early 50's king 1250 sousaphone. It is the standard size I believe. I am looking into getting a tuba and pricewise I am seeing that an older 1240/1 with bell front in decent condition may be my best option so far.

My question is can anyone who has played both horns tell me if the 1250 and 1240/1 play with similar characteristics since they are of the same bore and the larger branches appear to be similar in size/taper.

Also, if anyone has info about the Long Beach, Calif. community band or of any other ensembles in the area that may be open to a Tuba player that would like to get back into band. I can only play alone for so long before I go crazy!

Thank you all.

Bill Vance


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