Low Brass Werks - New Tubas

Low Brass Werks carries a full line of professional and student-level instruments. Select a category directly below, then click on thumbnails to view detailed images of the horns.

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F Tubas

Thank you to Tony Clements for these instrument descriptions.

	Yamaha YFB-621S
	4 Piston valves + 1 Rotary
	This is an amazing small F tuba. I have used if for Gregson Concerto and "Carnival" it is fast and smooth. I use one of these for my cimbasso, when indicated in the score, Mendelssohn, Verdi and the like. Last year, I played it for "Nutcracker" and my trombone section loved it. The sound is clear and even and the pitch spot on. The low C and B center perfectly every time. Comes with hard case.

	Gronitz PF125 4/4 F tuba
	4 piston valves + 1 rotary
	This full-size F tuba features excellent intonation, responsive low register, and a powerful sound that projects when it has to, yet retains subtlety and focus at low volumes as well. Equally at home in quintet or orchestral settings.

Yamaha YFB822 4/4 F tuba

Bore .768", bell 17-1/2", 4 piston valves + 1 rotary, available in either silver plate or laquered brass

The YFB822 features hand-lapped, corrosion-resistant Monel piston valves, hand lapped tuning slides, and a large bell. The response and intonation (particularly in the low register) are outstanding, and the horn projects with warm, impressive power.

This is the standard for a large F tuba that can substitute for a CC tuba, thus allowing the player to use a more nimble horn with no limitations in the low range.

	Gronitz FZ-127
	.748-.787-.827 bore
	LARGE 6 valve rotary F tuba with tuning jigger on main slide

	Bobo Model YFB-821

	This newly released F tuba from the workshop of Yamaha was done with the close relationship of the Yamaha Development Team and Tuba Virtuoso, Roger Bobo. If you liked the 621, you'll LOVE the 821. It has all of the playing characteristics of the 621, but with a larger sound. Also, the valve tubing is slightly re-worked making the 3rd & 4th valved notes play a bit more openly than the 621. As far as I know, it is not yet available in silver. This one did not come with the usual hard Yamaha case, so I have Glen Cronkhite custom make a cordura case for it, which I will include in its sale. It comes with two 5th valve slides for more flexibility.

	Yamaha YEB321 4/4 E-flat tuba
	Bore .689", bell 15-1/8", 4 piston valves, available in either silver plate or laquered brass
	This intermediate level E-flat tuba features hand-lapped, corrosion-resistant Monel piston valves and hand lapped tuning slides for air-tight, smooth action. The excellent intonation and response help to foster a feel for correct pitch and phrasing in beginning players.

Alexander Model 163/6 (CC tuba)

0.808 bore

I had this tuba custom made. It is the middle sized Alex (.808 bore) and I had some special things done to it. One, NO lyre holder or strap rings, in addition, the lead pipe is not soldered onto the bell. This makes the large gold brass bell (the rest of the tuba is yellow brass) vibrate and play with a lot of freedom. The whole tuba is lacquered except for the bell. Again, this gives the bell lots of freedom to vibrate and ring. The lead pipe and valve cluster is also gold brass. The 5th and 6th valves allow you to have many fingering possibilities making even the most difficult trills and patterns easy. If you like playing a large rotary tuba, it is worth checking out this marvelous instrument. AND it has that glorious Alexander sound. The pitch is excellent on this sample.

2/24/06 - SOLD OUT - We're sure to order another. This was a beautiful instrument.

Also available as the 163-5 with the standard setup of 5 rotary valves. We try to keep one in stock in all yellow brass, and another with gold brass bell.

	Alexander 164 (CC tuba)
	0.850 Bore
	This immense rotary tuba (.850 bore) is perfect for Mahler, Prokofiev and the largest orchestral works. If you are mainly a band player, this tuba had a great big sound that produces a ton of fundamental, but with enough presence to be heard above the loudest brass section. This is not a good tuba of you are a one tuba guy as it is too large for quintet and solo work. Sold out

Mirafone 1291-5U

4 piston + 1 rotary

This is a great mid-priced pro line CC tuba. This tuba is good for everything; quintet, orchestra, band, solo. If you want a terrific piston tuba and you can own only ONE tuba, this would be an excellent choice.

Also available as the 1292, with medium sized leadpipe.

	Gronitz PCM 4/4 CC tuba
	4 piston valves + 1 rotary
	The PCM is a great all around 4/4 5-valve (4+1) CC tuba. I've used it in orchestra and quintet and works well in both settings.

Miraphone 186 5U 4/4 CC tuba

Bore .770", bell 17-3/4", 5 rotary valves, available in either silver plate or laquered brass

An industry standard for over 50 years, the 186 is as close to "one size fits all" as you're going to come.

Also available as the oversized 4/4 188 model.

	Gronitz PCK 6/4 CC 4+1
	6/4 - 5 valve (4+1) CC
	Large 6/4 - 5 valve (4+1) CC tuba Great band or orchestra tuba. Plays like a Yorkbrunner or other B.A.T.

	Alexander Model 163 4/4 BB-flat tuba
	4 rotary valves
	A classic German BB-flat tuba with a broad, centered sound, the 163 features the legendary Alexander workmanship made famous by Mainz craftsmen for over 200 years.

Mirafone Model 191-4U

5 rotary valves 5/4 "Compact" Model
Bore .835", 19 1/2" bell, large throat

This large BBb tuba makes a big full sound ideal for band and orchestra playing.

sold out

	Miraphone S 186 4U 4/4 BB-flat tuba
	Bore .770", bell 17-3/4", 4 rotary valves, available in laquered brass
	A favorite of high school band directors all across the country! This BB-flat tuba features comfortable valve linkage action, laquered brass tuning slides and braces, and Miraphone's legendary craftmanship - a great choice for many years of reliable service.

	Mirafone 1291
	LARGE piston BBb
	This is the BEST BBb I have ever played!!