Posted by Scott Norberg on December 08, 2002 at 15:54:04:
In Reply to: euphonium mpcs. - Bowman BB1, BB2, BB3 posted by js on December 07, 2002 at 16:25:21:
I have a BB1 and could take some measurements with telescoping gauges if you'd like. I don't have any of the others you mentioned to compare, however. I might be able to find a 51D, but likely it will have a tenor trombone shank and my BB1 has a bass trombone shank so backbore comparisons won't be possible.
I tried a 51D last year and I couldn't tell the difference between that and my BB1, though, either in size or in playing characteristics. I didn't spend too much time with the 51D because I already had the BB1 (I bought it for $40 used when they were still reasonably priced new) and anybody who seems to have a preference likes BB1 over the 51D.
Anyway, let me know if you want me to take measurements on the BB1 and I'll email you if I find a 51D.
Scott