Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
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Chris Olka
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Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
The physical dimensions of the 834 are very similar to a MW2155/2000 or Thor, except that the inner branches are closer to the “York” style CC tubas. I’m not sure if that description helps or not. To be clear, the bugle is entirely a Willson “Merlin” that’s just been re-wrapped to take advantage of the “York” ergonomics. At the NAMM show in 2024 the Merlin was the hands-down best tuba I played there.
Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
Intriguing. It certainly screams 2155-ish, size wise. I can’t wait to play one!
Those Merlin tubas also look very nice!
Those Merlin tubas also look very nice!
Meinl Weston "6465"
Meinl Weston 2141
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Holton 345
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Conn Double-Bell Euphonium
Meinl Weston 2141
Willson 3200RZ-5
Holton 345
Holton 350
Conn Double-Bell Euphonium
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kingrob76
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Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
2155 is a good reference point, although I feel like the 834 had a better response and was easier to play. I do feel like it's a 4/4, perhaps on the larger side of that range.
Rob. Just Rob.
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Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
Demo Eastman EBC864 CC tuba (SN: Y2401590) - Dillon Music https://share.google/f9YY2u0YkeuehdytV
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Re: Eastman EBC834…keep an eye out…
Is it cheaper than a good used 2155 ?