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Favorite practice mutes for BBb

Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2020 8:34 pm
by phmurphy1
Fairly new to tuba, looking for recommendations (or referral to a previous thread) for your favorite practice mute for BBb (specifically, a Conn 5J, if that matters). Thanks. -Phil

Re: Favorite practice mutes for BBb

Posted: Thu Nov 26, 2020 4:55 pm
by Peach
Hi. I don't think the key of tuba makes any difference - just the sizes required.
That I've used -
Like:
Schlipf - small, light, blows ok. Doesn't mess pitch too much. EXPENSIVE and only useable in small band of same sized bells.
Wick - far bigger than Schlipf but very good, tighter blow. Cheaper and useable in slightly wider range of horns.