Up for sale is a very nice John Packer Sterling F 4/4 Tuba (JP379FF).
As you can see in the pictures, the horn is in very good cosmetic condition. It is a great playing tuba. All of the slides move, and the valves are fast, smooth, and quiet.
Key: F
Size: 4/4
Bore: 0.748/.819"
Valves: 5 Rotary
Bell: 16.5"
Height: 38.5"
Finish: Lacquer
Weight: 19 lbs.
Lead pipe: Yellow Brass
The tuba is located in Springfield, MA. Local pick-up is available. I will ship to CONUS at buyer expense.
SOLD: John Packer Sterling F 4/4 Tuba (JP379FF) $3,000
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SOLD: John Packer Sterling F 4/4 Tuba (JP379FF) $3,000
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Re: FS: John Packer Sterling F 4/4 Tuba (JP379FF) $3,000
Hi Brian, can you change the permissions on the photo album? It’s currently set to private.
Good luck with the sale!
Good luck with the sale!
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Re: FS: John Packer Sterling F 4/4 Tuba (JP379FF) $3,000
I changed the permissions on the photo album (I think). Thank you for the heads up.
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