{"product_id":"lyon-healy-1920s-eb-tuba","title":"1920s Lyon \u0026 Healy Eb Tuba - Silver Plate (Vintage Player's Condition)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor sale is a true, playable piece of American music history: a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Owned Lyon \u0026amp; Healy 3-Valve Eb Tuba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, built in Chicago circa the 1920s. Back in the era of early traditional jazz and community brass bands, Lyon \u0026amp; Healy was a staple of the American brass scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this specific 100-year-old horn so remarkable is that it is not just a wall-hanger—it is a fully functional, highly playable instrument. The valve action is shockingly good, and the horn plays without any leaks. Whether you are a vintage brass collector, a Dixieland player, or a tubist looking for a compact Eb for strolling gigs, this is an incredible find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tuba is perfect for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrad Jazz\/Dixieland musician, vintage brass collector, or doubler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Because it is an Eb tuba with a highly compact frame (only 30 inches tall!), it is incredibly easy to carry for walking band gigs, New Orleans-style second lines, or acoustic sets where a massive modern BBb or CC tuba would visually and acoustically overpower the ensemble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report \u0026amp; Shop Prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish (Cosmetics):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Vintage Patina.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This tuba is currently wearing 100 years of history! The original silver plating is completely intact but has developed a heavy, natural silver-sulfide tarnish, making the horn look almost black. Many players love this raw, unpolished vintage aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Polish Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you want this century-old silver to gleam like it did in the 1920s, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour expert in-house technicians offer a comprehensive, deep silver polish service upon request.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please contact us directly to add this service to your purchase!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent \/ Fully Functional.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Despite its age, the 3-valve block functions beautifully. The valves are smooth, even, and the horn seals with no leaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Structurally solid for its age, showing the expected honest wear, minor dings, and character of a century-old instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lyon \u0026amp; Healy (Chicago)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1920s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 Piston Valves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 30 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBell Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver Plate (Heavily Tarnished \/ Unpolished)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-Owned \/ Vintage Player's Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Fleming Music?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and accurately represented before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https:\/\/flemingrepair.com\/pages\/contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the most competitive pricing, financing options, or to discuss adding our deep silver polish service to your order, please contact us directly!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, we invite you to stop by our Houston shop to try this instrument in person. Nothing compares to the experience of a horn in your own hands. Follow our accounts on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for the latest updates, content, and promotions: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Fleming_Music. We are grateful for your support of our small business and look forward to helping you find your sound!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lyon and Healy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50752429687017,"sku":"12491 (Miller)","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/7197\/5657\/files\/1-DSC03838.jpg?v=1774893989","url":"https:\/\/flemingrepair.com\/products\/lyon-healy-1920s-eb-tuba","provider":"Fleming Musical Instruments \u0026 Repair","version":"1.0","type":"link"}