Re: Been away for a while, need some advise


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Posted by Lee Stofer on December 01, 2003 at 08:21:45:

In Reply to: Been away for a while, need some advise posted by DavidRN on November 28, 2003 at 11:37:35:

I really prefer to play a sousaphone, either BBb or Eb for Dixie gigs, and would suggest that you consider one of these. They can be had for less money and do the job just as well if not better. Also, Conn 2XJ/3XJ tubas are available for a modest price and play really well. If I HAD to use one from your list, I would go with the Conn or the King. They are both sort-of smallish in bore size though, and I find that a larger bore size helps in the ___-kicking department. A .730" bore sousa can do this well, and a Conn 2XJ/3XJ (.770"bore)tuba can really kick in a Dixie band.

Lee Stofer


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