Tuning Slide In Leadpipe??


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Posted by Steven on January 23, 2004 at 19:13:35:

Awhile back I posted a picture of an old Conn (from about 1914) that I'm considering buying, and someone stated (I think it was Lee) that any tuba with the tuning slide in the leadpipe is "suspect".
Could someone explain why having the tuning slide in the leadpipe would be something undesirable?
Are all tubas with tuning slides in the leadpipe instruments to avoid?
I haven't purchased the BBb yet because I haven't play tested it, but that should be happening soon, and I'd like to know if there are any tests I should perform while play testing.


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