Posted by Lee Stofer on October 13, 2002 at 14:49:31:
In Reply to: Sheet Metal posted by De on October 11, 2002 at 20:51:00:
De,
The bell and larger bows of all tubas start out as sheet metal, sheet brass to be specific. Brass responds marvelously to hand-working, unlike stainless steel. A brushed stainless-steel tuba would certainly be possible, but would be a real pain to build, and I don't think you'd want to lug it around, much less play it. If you really want one, send me $100,000.00, and it will be ready at this time next year.
Lee Stofer