Posted by Rick M on October 10, 2001 at 08:56:56:
In Reply to: Weril CC Tuba: Your opinions... posted by For those who own it on October 10, 2001 at 07:52:27:
I�ve got a little Weril CC in nickel plate and use it in quintet/small ensemble situations. It�s a great little horn, the low end speaks pretty well but intonation can get a little tricky in the high register (which could be caused by my lack of practice rather than the horn). It�s not a big horn so you won�t be getting the volume or earth-shaking abilities of a 5/4 or 6/4 horn.
My favorite part of the horn is it�s size, it�s petite, it�s cute and it plays easily. It almost begs to be played. It�s also very easy to carry along. Fit and finish is good but not up to the standards of a much more expensive horn. But for under $2500 it�s a tough horn to beat.
Mouthpieces � I haven�t found the ultimate mouthpiece �karma� for this horn but am pretty happy with the Miraphone Rose Orchestra (old style) or the Helleburg Sear.
I purchased mine from Joe S at Mid-South Music in Memphis; he shoots straight and will keep his eyes open for demo units or �B-stock� units.
Good Luck with your horn shopping.
Rick