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New Alex 163

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My wife wanted me to have a new tuba for my 65th birthday, since I have never owned a NEW one. After talking with lots of folks about what is out there, I chose to get an Alexander 163 in yellow brass with a gold brass bell and a gold brass leadpipe. They have been re-engineered and the sound is still there, but most of the quirky intonation issues are gone. Well, it came in today, and is a thing of beauty! Everything about it is as close to perfection as a brass instrument can be. There is no solder joint that does not look perfect, all of the slides are aligned precisely and the lacquer is absolutely flawless. I almost hate to use it - almost!

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Best part -- that smile!
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Re: New Alex 163

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@Three Valves ' just drawing your attention to the feet

:tuba: BEAUTIFUL tuba... :smilie8:
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bloke wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 8:15 pm facebook-ready:
THANKS - just used what the wife took. I see my nasty toes in one of the pictures now lol
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I'm going to have to make an "Alex" pilgrimage...

...or bring it up here, so I can "check it over" for you. :teeth:
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bloke wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 8:48 pm I'm going to have to make an "Alex" pilgrimage...

...or bring it up here, so I can "check it over" for you. :teeth:
You are welcome here anytime you want! We have made two trips since things lifted a little from Covid - both to see family. We both want to go back to the Smokys, via Blokeville!
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That's a beautiful tuba! Congratulations 🎉 :tuba:
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:clap: :tuba: Dazzling.
With the long 5th TOO!!! :thumbsup:
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Stryk wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:31 pm My wife wanted me to have a new tuba for my 65th birthday, since I have never owned a NEW one.
While the Alex is a great horn, make sure you let her know you have an INCREDIBLE wife!
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Congrats!
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It appears that those where it is customary to removed one's boots in the mud room or vestibule are more likely to go barefoot in the house. :huh:

I shall divert my attention to your fine instrument , Sir!! :tuba:
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I’m pretty sure that the fifth circuit is the modern era GG whole step configuration, and only looks long because you’re seeing the entire thing displayed “in all it’s glory”.
groovlow wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 9:42 pm :clap: :tuba: Dazzling.
With the long 5th TOO!!! :thumbsup:
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Congratulations!! Enjoy your new beautiful tuba!! :tuba:
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Three Valves wrote: ↑Thu Dec 30, 2021 8:33 am It appears that those where it is customary to removed one's boots in the mud room or vestibule are more likely to go barefoot in the house. :huh:
I live in Florida - we wear shoes as little as possible! :thumbsup:
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martyneilan wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 11:23 pm
Stryk wrote: ↑Wed Dec 29, 2021 7:31 pm My wife wanted me to have a new tuba for my 65th birthday, since I have never owned a NEW one.
While the Alex is a great horn, make sure you let her know you have an INCREDIBLE wife!
For sure!!!
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