Equipment

The following list is what I consider to be my core equipment set-up.  It is important to note that instruments and recording devices used may vary to best suit the performer, the project, or the musical goal.

Meinl Weston 3450, CC

Meinl Weston 2182, F

I have been using the same mouthpiece for both my bass and contrabass tubas since September of 2017.

MOMO 330SV, Manufactured in Japan by Meister Momotake Kawamura

Ion Balu XL Wooden Mute

The Valve Beanie (Available for purchase through our store)

Lois Paungers Tuba Belt

Over the years I have grown to appreciate the art of capturing as close to the “real sound” as possible in my recordings.  Since late 2017 I have been using two specific set-ups.  The first is practical and used for quick practice/rehearsal recordings while the second is a professional set-up used for projects and more serious recordings that I plan on either archiving or publishing.