Elgar-Americano TE557P
$5,665
Eb tuba4-valve pistonprofessionalcompensating
Wessex Elgar-Americano TE557P. Eb concert tuba. 4-valve piston (4 inline compensating piston). really full low register and singing high register. bore 0.69 in (17.5 mm) v1-3; 0.73 in (18.65 mm) 4th, 19 in (480 mm) gold brass bell. compensating. lacquer. professional level. Elgar with all four valves inline (American-preferred layout) vs standard Elgar TE559P; Mount Vernon mouthpiece
Specifications
| Key | Eb |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Valve type | piston |
| Valve action | 4 inline compensating piston |
| Bore | 0.69 in (17.5 mm) v1-3; 0.73 in (18.65 mm) 4th |
| Bell diameter | 19 in (480 mm) |
| Bell material | gold brass |
| Detachable bell | No |
| Body material | brass |
| Finish | lacquer |
| Compensating | Yes |
| Weight | 8 kg (17.5 lb) |
| Level | professional |
| Form factor | concert |
| Case included | Yes |
| Mouthpiece included | Yes |
Where to buy
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Spec source
https://us.wessex-tubas.com/products/eb-compensated-tuba-elgar-americano-te557p