Bb Tuba
Model: GMF-TU111
£1,499.17 Ex VAT & Shipping (Enter Billing Address in Checkout for No Obligation Quote)
Description
The Geneva Academy GMF-TU111 Bb Tuba has been developed to provide the secure foundation tone required in school, band and ensemble settings. Its gold lacquered brass body, 16.5mm bore and 366mm bell help deliver stability, depth and dependable low register response for developing players. Stainless steel pistons, responsive top spring valve action, brass tuning slides and alloy water keys support consistent performance, while the wheeled plush-lined ABS case makes transport more practical for education services and bands.
Key Features
- 16.5mm bore and 366mm bell provide a secure foundation tone and low register response.
- Stainless steel pistons, top spring valves and lyre box suit school and band use.
- Wheeled ABS case makes transport more practical for education services and ensembles.
- Supplied with plush-lined wheeled case, silver plated mouthpiece, gloves and cloth.
Technical Specification
- Polished brass gold lacquered brass body
- Gold lacquered brass lead pipe
- Gold lacquered caps and slides
- 661″/16.5mm bore
- 14.41″/366mm diameter bell
- Stainless steel pistons
- Responsive top spring valve action
- Lyre box
- Alloy water keys
- Bass tuning slides
Specification
| Bore | 661"/16.5mm bore |
|---|---|
| Bell | 14.41"/366mm diameter bell |
| Lead Pipe | Gold lacquered brass |
| Valves | Stainless steel pistons; Responsive top spring valve action |
| Tuning Slide | Bass tuning slides |
| Finish | Gold lacquer |
| Range | |
| Instrument | Tuba |
Player Maintenance
Pre-Playing Preparation
- Check all valves/slides move freely
- Apply valve oil as required and ensure tuning slides are correctly seated
- Empty any excess moisture before playing
- Inspect mouthpiece fit and case contents
Post-Playing Maintenance
- Empty water keys and remove moisture from the instrument
- Wipe exterior lacquered surfaces with a soft cloth
- Remove mouthpiece and clean with warm water when required
- Store securely in the supplied case
Monthly Geneva Cleaning Regime
- Clean mouthpiece thoroughly using a mouthpiece brush
- Wipe and re-lubricate valves and tuning slides
- Check screws, valve caps and water keys
- Inspect for dents, alignment issues or air leaks
- Follow Geneva’s owner maintenance programme and arrange annual Geneva workshop servicing
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