Description
The 861 features a traditional German rotary tuba configuration with its long leadpipe and large bore size. It offers a warm deep sound with an abundance of tonal colors, and excellent intonation. Yamaha CC tubas feature hand-lapped pistons and hand-lapped tuning slides for smooth, airtight action. The clear epoxy finish and gold brass leadpipe will provide durable protection against corrosion.
Features:
Hand-lapped rotary valves: Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in superior valve fit for noiseless, responsive action and easy tone changes.
Hand-lapped slides: Hand-lapping achieves the perfect balance between airtightness and smooth action.
Nickel-silver spatula keys: Carefully positioned nickel-silver spatula keys are strong and are capable of comfortable, fast fingering.
Ball joints for rotary valves: The Yamaha-developed ball joints for the rotary valve levers are durable, yet achieve silent operation and light action.
Leadpipe: The long leadpipe contributes to a beautiful, dark, smooth tone which blends well with other instruments.
Tuning slide positioning: The careful positioning of the tuning slides makes it easier to adjust the slides while playing.
Steel wire bell rim reinforcement: The reinforcement of the bell rim improves the strength and response of the YCB-861.
Large, handmade bell: Impeccable intonation plus outstanding tone and response are a result of the handmade bell.
Fourth valve slide wrap: Uniform response throughout the tuba is assisted by the open wrap fourth valve slide.
Additional Information
Bell Diameter |
450mm (17-3/4") |
Bell Material |
Yellow Brass |
Bore |
20.7mm (0.815") |
Case |
Formed Case |
Compensating System |
Non-compensating |
Finish |
Clear Lacquer |
Key |
C |
Level |
Professional |
Mouthpiece |
BB67C4 |
Part # |
YCB861 |
Valve(s) |
5 Rotary Valves |
Warranty |
5-Year Manufacturing |