{"product_id":"robert-tucci-rt-88-tuba-mouthpiece-silver-plated-pre-owned-copy","title":"Robert Tucci RT-88+ Tuba Mouthpiece Silver Plated","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eUp for purchase is a used \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eRobert Tucci RT-88+ Tuba Mouthpiece\u003c\/b\u003e in bright silver plate. Designed by master tubist Bob Tucci (formerly of Perantucci), the RT-88+ is a heavy-shell evolution of one of the most famous, iconic tuba mouthpieces in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis mouthpiece is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003egood pre-owned condition\u003c\/b\u003e with normal, light signs of daily use (standard insertion marks on the shank and minor cosmetic handling marks on the silver plating). The rim contour and cup remain smooth, clean, and comfortable, and the shank is straight and round. It has been thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and prepared for its next owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBASED ON THE LEGENDARY RT-88 (WITH EXTRA POWER)\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eRT-88+\u003c\/b\u003e takes the beloved cup and rim architecture of the classic RT-88 and enhances it with an added heavy-shell exterior mass:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe RT-88 Foundation:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with the same wide 33.50 mm cup diameter and comfortable rim profile that made the original RT-88 a cornerstone for tubists seeking a massive sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Plus (+) Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e The extra exterior mass locks in slotting, darkens the tonal core, and delivers even greater projection and dynamic output without blowing out your air or sacrificing response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePOPULAR CHOICE FOR SOUSAPHONE \u0026amp; CONCERT TUBA\u003c\/b\u003e Thanks to its heavy-shell design, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eRT-88+\u003c\/b\u003e has become an extremely popular choice for both outdoor marching and indoor concert settings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFor Sousaphone \u0026amp; Marching Tuba:\u003c\/b\u003e The extra weight provides unmatched stability and cutting power, making it a favorite for sousaphone players who need a huge, room-filling sound that punches through a marching band or drum corps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFor Concert Tuba:\u003c\/b\u003e Delivers a deep, dark fundamental foundation on large-bore BBb and CC concert tubas with rock-solid stability in the extreme low register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eBrand: Robert Tucci\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eModel: RT-88+ (Heavy Shell)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eInstrument: Tuba \/ Sousaphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eShank Type: Standard \/ American Taper Shank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003eCup Diameter: 33.50 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003eCup Design: Large, deep bowl-shaped cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003eRim Width: 7.00 mm (Flat profile with a well-defined inner edge)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003eThroat Bore: 8.10 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\"\u003eShell Type: Heavy-shell construction for enhanced tonal presence and projection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\"\u003eFinish: Bright Silver Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWHY THE RT-88+ IS AN EXCELLENT CHOICE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMassive Low Register \u0026amp; Volume:\u003c\/b\u003e The combination of a 33.50 mm cup and heavy exterior shell yields a thunderous low end and rock-solid pedal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcoustic Efficiency:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-shell weight transmits air energy directly into instrument resonance, requiring less physical effort to project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrisp Articulation:\u003c\/b\u003e The well-defined inner rim bite provides excellent clarity for rapid technical passages and dynamic attacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCONDITION SUMMARY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003eOverall: Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003eRim \u0026amp; Cup: Smooth playing area with no major dings or defects affecting playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003eShank: Straight and round; shows normal insertion marks from standard horn placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003eFinish: Silver plating is bright and fully intact with light cosmetic polish marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eShips securely packed to ensure it arrives ready to play!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Professor Mouthpiece","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41137328029745,"sku":"RT88+772426","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/6843\/2433\/files\/130EE48E-9345-4D7B-8E88-8E2917555E76.jpg?v=1784961618","url":"https:\/\/profmouthpiece.com\/products\/robert-tucci-rt-88-tuba-mouthpiece-silver-plated-pre-owned-copy","provider":"Professor Mouthpiece","version":"1.0","type":"link"}