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Beautifully engraved Hunting horn in Bb

This vintage Hunting Horn in Bb was probably made in Central European region. According to used material, representation of the theme and quality of work it seems to be manufactured in Germany, Austria, or Czech Republic. This horn is exceptional due to beautiful hand-engraving on the bell (themes of the forest and forest animals). Age of the instrument is uknown, but the last owner owned it for more than 50 years.

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Playability and tone quality

This instrument is fully playable and has a nice smooth and creamy sound. Its softness retains also in hights. At higher volumes and FF's it produces a classical sound of hunting horns. It depends on your breath and used mouthpiece what kind of sound do you want to get.

Mechanical condition
10/10

The Horn is in a fully playable condition and plays very well.
All parts are in order.

Cosmetical condition
9/10

The Horn looks almost like new. Please check photos carefully.
The surface is very clean, shiny and free of significant rust or scratches. Of course the instrument is not new: on closer inspection you will surely find some insignificant scratch.
On the whole body of the horn are no dents!

Engravings are in a nice condition and undamaged.

Technical specifications

Manufactured by:
Unknown

Tuning:
Bb

Bore:
ca. 11,31 mm (0.445 in)
Measured at the start of tubing. It has conical bore.

Bell diameter:
14,2 cm (5.59 in)

Dimensions:
25 cm (9.84 in) in lenght

Finish:
Rose Brass

Shank:
Trumpet shank

Mouthpiece:
Included

Case:
Not included

+ Unusual luxury design

+ Beautiful engraving

+ Rare piece

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This rotary valve tuba in Bb was made once upon the time (80s) by czech musical instrument factory V.F. Cerveny. The factory was founded in 1842 and has a strong tradition. Mr. Cerveny was an ingenious Czech wind instrument designer, in a field comparable with Adolph Sax. It was Cerveny who originally designed the system of Rotary valves for the brass instruments in 1846. The Cerveny rotary valve instruments are top of the rank compared to any other instruments. Presently, the distribution of musical instruments are in 57 countries around the world. Cerveny instruments are very well accepted for quality, good intonation and perfect workmanship. Musical instruments are still made in Czech Republic without abroud low quality meddling.

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Mechanical condition
7/10

It is found to be working & playing well.
The instrument was inspected and reconditioned by a professional repairman at the beginning of year 2016. The tuba was completely disassembled, cleaned, some parts were replaced and some parts were refubrished.
Slides Nr. 1,3,4 and main tuning slide are free and can get easily out. Unfortunately, the slide Nr. 2 is stuck.
All rotary valves moves well, but due to age of the instrument you can expect a little bit noisier run.
New valve rubber stops (bumpers).
One flaw:

The second slide is stuck and can not be pulled out. But the second valve tunes good without extending the slide.

Cosmetic condition
6/10

This tuba has some cosmetic imperfections. Cosmetic state of this instrument is not perfect:

a) traces of tin on some places (previous owner)
b) rusty dots or places
c) patches on two tubes
All these surface flaws does not affect the playability of tuba, but If you want a perfect flawless instrument - do not buy. :)
The raw brass surface is almost free of significant dents / scratches and is fairly shiny. The surface looks nice.
For me informations, please look at photos or contact me.

Playability and tone quality

This instrument is in a fully playable condition. Compared to its size, you will be suprised by a big sound. Thanks easy to use and lightness of tuba (ca. 7 kg) is this tuba suitable for students, marching, playing in standing position, or can be used as a second instrument for traveling.

Technical specifications

Manufactured by:
Josef Lidl (Czech Republic, Europe)

Type:
LBB 701 (an older version with "S" type mechanics)

Tuning:
Bb

Bore:
ca. 18,3 mm (0.72 in)

Bell diameter:
39 cm (15.35 in)

Dimensions:
86 x 50 x 50 cm (33.86 x 19.69 x 19.69 in)

Finish:
Raw Brass (without lacquer)

Shank:
Tuba shank.

Case:
Not included.

+ Lightweight and compact design

+ A nice and full tone

+ Price

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Rotary Valve Trumpet in Bb
by Amati (silver plated)

This rotary valve trumpet in Bb (Konzerttrompete) was made in a famous traditional Czech factory Amati Kraslice. The factory has a long history, since 1840. Also due to significant German influence nowadays continues to producing high quality musical instruments. They are still manufacturing in Czech Republic, in cities Graslitz (Kraslice) and Königgratz (Hradec Kralove).

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Mechanical condition
8/10

It is found to be working & playing well.
The instrument was inspected and reconditioned by a professional repairman at the end of year 2015. The trumpet was completely disassembled, cleaned mechanically and also ultrasonically.
Inside is the trumpet ultra clean - you will be the first who will play it after restoration.
All slides and main tuning slide are free and can get out.
All rotary valves moves well and have smooth run.
New valve rubber stops (bumpers).
New springs in valve casings.
One minor flaw:

Valve caps were modified. On valve caps is not a thread. Deploing of valve caps is without the thread - perhaps unusual, but functional. The function of valve caps is correct and this modification does not affect playabillity and does not affect the mechanical state of the instrument. The trumpet is fully usable and valve caps hold very well in position! :)

Cosmetical condition
9/10

This trumpet looks almost like new.
The silver plating is in an excellent shiny condition.
The surface is very clean, shiny and free of significant rust or scratches. Of course the instrument is not new: on closer inspection you will surely find a tiny flaws.
On the whole body of the horn are no dents except one 1 mm tiny dent on the bell and 1 mm imperceptible dent in bell bending.

Playability and tone quality

This instrument is in a fully playable condition. It has a nice gentle sound like all german style rotary valve trumpets. Control of this trumpet is comfortable and playing fast passages is easy - due to short keystroke. Playing this instrument I would compare to ride in a sports car. The trumpet is suitable for beginners and intermediate.

Technical specifications

Manufactured by:
Amati (Czech Republic, Europe)

Tuning:
Bb

Bore:
ca. 11 mm (0.433 in)

Bell diameter:
13,3 cm (5.236 in)

Dimensions:
46 cm (18.11 in) in lenght

Finish:
Silver plating + Raw brass mechanics

Shank:
Trumpet shank.

Mouthpiece:
Not included.

Case:
Yes. Hard case in a very good condition.

+ Great condition (completely renovated)

+ Shiny silver finish