WTB - Polka Tuba

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WTB - Polka Tuba

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I am recently retired and want to get back into playing tuba again. I'm looking for a good tuba for playing polka, preferably a Miraphone 186 or a King 2341. I can't afford a new one but have been looking seemingly everywhere for weeks without any luck. If you have one that suits the bill, please reach out to me. I appreciate the help! Go Tubas!! :tuba:


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My advice, get a Yamaha 103.
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Post by arpthark »

I have a York Master BBb with recording bell for sale here which has a large bore (.750”) and four valves for $2,500.

I have a Yamaha 103 in parts that I could fix up and get ready for you. I also have a couple King 1240s (the three valve version) with upright and recording bells… all of those for less than $1,000 each. I also have a project in the wings that will essentially be a 4-piston valve Miraphone 184 BBb.
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