Posted by Try one of these... on November 24, 2003 at 21:41:29:
In Reply to: Looking for: 3/4 or 4/4 CC - 5V - cheap posted by Chris G. on November 24, 2003 at 17:46:04:
Dillon music has an 4 valve Amati CC for not much money. These horns play great; much better than the modern day Cerveny tubas. They also have excellent privledged tones making a fifth valve almost redundant.
There is a four valve 1960's Mirafone on Bass Clef Brass. Mirafones of this vintage can be very special.
Answering your question, yes, you are probably expecting too much if you want a super cheap five valve horn.