I acquired an antique survey Tripod that has a few pieces of (assuming) brass.
I soaked the pieces in vinegar overnight and got to scrubbing today. Im left with a blotchy piece of brass with some red tarnish.
How can I restore the classic brass color?
Hi all,
I’ve been building BrassFit Mouthpieces, a free brass mouthpiece database with rim/cup/throat specs, brand catalogs, and player feel ratings.
The database now has 2,600+ mouthpieces across trumpet, trombone, horn, euphonium, tuba, cornet, and flugelhorn.
I’m not asking for vague “site feedback.” I’d love one very specific thing:
Search the mouthpiece you actually play
If it’s there, add a quick feel rating
If it’s missing, submit the model so I can add it
The goal is to make something useful when players are comparing specs but also want real-world feel: resistance, brightness, rim comfort, articulation, endurance, etc.
Site:
https://www.brassfitmouthpieces.com
Mouthpiece catalog:
https://www.brassfitmouthpieces.com/mouthpieces
If this kind of post is not allowed here, no problem — I’m happy to remove it.
Hi all, I have a trombone that I'm interested in getting some custom work done on. At least, I'm looking to get it relaquered with colored lacquer, but I could be interested in plating or engraving or whatever. I'm just wondering what shops are known for custom work, and if there are any in the northeast, NYC or Toronto areas.
I'm wanting to buy a tuba but I don't know what kind to buy, I want a Bb tuba but what is a good brand. I have been playing for a few years and have had a school owned one the entire time but I would like to own my own(I'm willing to save to any amount of money) currently 14 and 5'5 and skinny but prefer on playing a 4/4 or bigger
I was playing in a British Brass Band in college and found this old cornet on ebay. I just pulled it out of storage today and it brought back fond memories. Still as warm as ever of a sound and I forgot just how beautiful the craftsmanship was on it.
I was trying to remember it's history and I found the note that the seller included with it which is pretty cool. But I can't remember when it was made, I think by the serial number and patent pending mark it was one of the very early horns. If anyone knows anymore about the history of these fine instruments I'd love to hear more.
Or just simply hear your stories behind these wonderful instruments! The note is in the last picture if you are interested.
I just picked up this cutie at the vintage shop for $25 USD! After freeing up the valves they actually play really well. The 7C trumpet mouthpiece doesn’t quite fit, though; maybe the leadpipe is tapered? What mouthpiece should I look for coming from trombone/baritone horn? Also, check out the y-shaped double spit valve (water keys, I know).
Hello, anyone knows something about ZO ZTU-2500 tuba?
http://www.zoindustrial.com/wap/wapproducts/brassse/Tuba/599.html
Has someone of you tried this tuba?
Thanks!
I just picked up a tuba for over the summer after switching from trumpet. I posted a few times on here asking for advice and you guys helped a ton. I was wondering if you could help me identify this. The engraving says Mercedes 08, and the serial number is 62141. It is in BBb and that’s all I know about it.
I know this is for instruments, but I have a brass bed frame I hate and want to age, but I figured it’s the same material, and you guys seem to restore brass well so I wanted to know if you guys have tips you usually AVOID to keep brass polished, so I can apply the opposite and get a nice aged brass color. I’m not a gold person but I absolutely love antique styles and my family went through the effort of importing this bed frame that I grew up with over seas so I can have it in my new home, but now that I’m an adult I figured it’s time I do something about the eyesore so I can appreciate it in my homes aesthetic and keep it.
so haw can I help increase my air capacity as a tuba/sousaphone player
I am selling it because I lack money. I also had to sell my 7 other instruments. I had to quit a deal with someone who sold a Eb Tuba. I am very sad to pause this wonderful hobby for the moment... This hobby helped me so much, especially emotionally.
THANKS, BRASS INSTRUMENTS ❤️🙏
UPDATE: I was able to recover the Besson tenor horn again as the buyer told me he'd give me back the instrument and I could keep the money too. I will never forget this guy, he'll stay in my musical history 🫡
Hello tuba people! I’m a high school student, and my main instrument is bass clarinet. It has always been my dream to march drum corps, and i’m looking for advice. Does anyone have recommendations on exercises or pieces to work on to build the fundamental skills that a tuba player would need?
Also, my range (as of right now) is F below low Bb to E above middle Bb. Is that on track for a beginner? (I have no frame of reference, and sorry if this is a stupid question 😅)
Thank you in advance :D
I’m looking for a 1 rotor 1 valve mellophone g bugle, fe olds and sons ultratone particularly. I haven’t been able to find them anywhere, any advice on where I can acquire this instrument? Im looking for one in good condition but I’m willing to spend money on repairs and detailing if I need to. Just lost on how to get one, any help is appreciated!
Ya’ll enjoyed the last one. Not as crazy as the alto, but another fun restoration of an 1860’s “Circular” Cornet. Prior to the restoration it spent about 20 years in a museum in poor condition. Now, you can look for it on TV at the 250th Celebration of America on July 4th in D.C.
Sound clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/7iaYsog3VqA?si=7aBjaVJPKWyGhKl3