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JP179B
$4,473
BBb tuba4-valve pistonintermediate
John Packer JP179B. BBb concert tuba. 4-valve piston (front-action piston). compact, focused and warm; front-action valves blend with the trombone section. bore 17.5-18.5 mm (.689-.728 in), 370 mm (14.5 in) yellow brass bell. lacquer. intermediate level. compact 4 front-piston BBb; rose brass leadpipe; JP611 4L mouthpiece; wheeled hard case
Specifications
| Key | BBb |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Valve type | piston |
| Valve action | front-action piston |
| Bore | 17.5-18.5 mm (.689-.728 in) |
| Bell diameter | 370 mm (14.5 in) |
| Bell material | yellow brass |
| Body material | yellow brass |
| Finish | lacquer |
| Compensating | No |
| Level | intermediate |
| Form factor | concert |
| Case included | Yes |
| Mouthpiece included | Yes |
Where to buy
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Spec source
https://jpmusicalinstruments.com/products/john-packer-jp179b-bb-piston-tuba