Model 180 | Contempora Eb Recording Bass | Same as Model 180 below

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1953: "Presenting the Reynolds Contempora Recording Bass BBb or Eb Symphony models ... the magnificent result of years of careful research. They are especially notable for accurate intonation and correct, deep tonal color for orchestras and symphonic bands. Contempora Recording Basses are built with detachable bell. They incorporate all the fine Contempora playing qualities and workmanship. Available in three finishes. Set of Cases consisting of separate unit for body and another unit for bell available at additional cost."

1958, 1959: "The new Reynolds Contempora Recording Bass adds symphonic richness to the foundation of either band or orchestra. Culminating years of extensive research and development, this new model has been immediately acclaimed by noted band directors and symphony players. The larger size of Reynolds Contempora provides practically unlimited possibilities of solid, rich tone ranging in dynamics from a full fortissimo to a faint whisper in all registers. Lightening-fast action of the valves together with easy response make possible the playing of the most difficult and intricate passages with great facility. The remarkable tone control of the Reynolds Contempora Basses is a result of many years of research to obtain just the right resistance in the air column. Of great importance to the audience during a performance is the breath-taking beauty in the greatness and gracefulness of Reynolds Contempora Recording Basses."

Model 180 | Contempora Eb Recording Bass | Valves: three side-action piston valves with first-valve fine tuning trigger | Bore: .687" | Bell: removeable 23" bell front | Finish: polished brass with lacquer finish; silverplated bright bell or silverplated gold bell finishes were available at an additional cost | 46½" height

Model 180 [SN ?????]. Photo courtesy of Craig McClelland.

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Model TBD | Contempora Eb Recording Bass

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1966: "Reynolds Brass Recording Basses incorporate all the fine features of other Reynolds brass instruments. Lightning-fast chrome-plated nickel-silver valves, detachable 23" bells and unique trigger on first valve slide, permits maximum tuning compensation with the flick of a finger. Removeable upright bells at extra cost. Brass finish, silver-plate with bright or gold bell optional. Two-piece formed cases also available at extra cost."

1970 (TB-11), (TB-12): "The Reynolds Contempora Recording Bass ... is designed for the professional or advanced player whose requirements demand an unusual instrument -- one which responds to the slightest urging in a pianissimo passage or is capable of the utmost volume called for by the score. And the traditional intonation problems of a recording bass no longer exist. First-valve tuning trigger provides instant adjustment of those 'difficult' notes and the 4th valve makes additional alternate fingerings available."

Model TB-12 | same as Model TB-11, with four (4) valves

Model TB-12 [SN 218xxx]. Photo source: Oberloh Woodwind and Brass Works .