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Yamaha Custom Series F Tuba YFB-822SYamaha's Custom series tubas are used by many of the world's greatest artists. Featuring a broad warm sound, yet with a pure and focused tonal center, they can be heard in some of the top orchestras as well as on a majority of important recordings. They offer precise intonation and a comfortable, balanced response which is consistent in all registers. Meticulously hand-crafted by experienced artisans the Custom series represent the pinnacle of the 'Art of the Tuba'. The 822 is acknowledged by many as the world's finest F tuba. It features a big warm powerful sound, and an even playability. The low range plays and sounds like that of big C tuba, yet the high range offers easy control with assured attacks. The 822 is favored by both soloists and orchestral players alike. Specifications Key: In F Valves: 4 pistons, 1 rotary valve Bell: Yellow brass, 446mm (17-1/2") Bore: 19.5mm (0.768") Finish: Clear lacquer Mouthpiece: 67B4 Silver-plate: YFB-822S |