Pre-Owned Miraphone CC1291 5-Valve Professional CC Tuba - Clear Lacquer (Ex-USAF)
We have a true heavy-hitter of the orchestral low-brass world on the bench today: the legendary Miraphone CC1291 Professional CC Tuba in clear lacquer finish. Handcrafted in Waldkraiburg, Germany, the 1291 is widely considered one of the most successful and versatile professional CC tubas ever designed.
What makes this specific horn extra special is its pedigree as an Ex-USAF instrument, meaning it was originally acquired, vetted, and kept in top playing shape by military service band technicians. It's not a museum piece; it has the honest cosmetic battle scars, minor flea bites, and small dings from years of active duty on the road, but the structural integrity is ironclad.
On the bench, our master technicians verified that the rotary/piston compression is strong and the valve action is solid and lightning-quick. The CC1291's famous compact 5/4 wrap gives you the room-filling, dark, enveloping voice of a massive horn with the physical agility and responsive feedback of a much smaller instrument.
Key Features & Specifications
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The 1291 Acoustic Design: Combines a broad, room-filling 18.5-inch bell flare and large-bore taper with a remarkably comfortable, compact physical profile.
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Ex-USAF Provenance: Vetted and maintained to the rigorous performance standards of a premier United States Air Force musical organization.
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5-Valve Precision: Equipped with responsive valves offering great compression, seamless register transitions, and pristine intonation control in the low register.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics: Working Player's Condition. Shows honest cosmetic wear from active military service, including minor dings, surface scratching, and lacquer wear. It has character for days, but zero structural compromises.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Regulated. Fully inspected by our in-house brass team. Valves are solid, slides move freely, and the horn plays with an enormous, centered core.
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Accessories: No Case is included! Don't worry though, we will wrap and protect the tuba to the best of our ability. This isn't our first rodeo!
Specifications
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Brand: Miraphone
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Model: CC1291 Professional CC Tuba
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Key: CC
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Finish: Clear Lacquer
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Provenance: Ex-USAF (United States Air Force)
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Player's Condition (Good Valve Compression & Solid Mechanics)
The Fleming Music Commitment When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Instruments & Repair, you gain a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it leaves our hands, backed by our 14-day return window and full 1-year warranty. Reach out to our team directly at https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact to discuss pricing, financing, trade-ins, or this horn's exceptional low-end response. Local to Houston? We strongly encourage you to visit the shop and put air through this ex-military Miraphone yourself. Keep up with our latest arrivals and local events on our social channels at https://linktr.ee/Fleming_Music.
