Yamaha Custom Series C Tuba YCB-822S

Yamaha'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 played by many top artists, and features a big warm powerful sound, and an even playability. Balanced from low to high, it offers a huge orchestral sound with surprisingly easy control. The 822 can be heard in many leading orchestras, and with its comfortable playability is also favored by quintet players who prefer a big full sound in their ensembles.

Specifications

Key: In C

Valves: 4 pistons, 1 rotary valve

Bell: Yellow brass, 500mm (19-1/2")

Bore: 19.5mm (0.768")

Finish: Clear lacquer

Mouthpiece: 67C4

Silver-plate: YCB-822S