What condition is the bell in?

The bell was damaged at a trade show and has been rolled out. It still shows visible crinkle marks from the repair, but it is structurally sound.

What is included with the tuba?

A case and a mouthpiece are included.

How does the fifth valve help?

The rotary fifth valve extends the low range and gives alternate fingerings, which helps with intonation and awkward passages in the lower register.

Who is an F tuba for?

F tubas suit orchestral and solo players who want a lighter, quicker low register than a large BBb horn. Players who mostly play band parts on BBb should look at a BBb instrument instead.

What are the bore and bell size?

The bore runs from 0.750 to 0.787 inches, and the bell is 17.5 inches across.

Where is the Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba cheapest?

At The Tuba Exchange, for $7,755.00, as of our latest check.

Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba

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Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba

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Last seen at $7,755.00 at The Tuba Exchange on Nov 10.

Our take on the Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba

The Eastman EBF862S is a professional 4/4 F tuba with four front-action pistons and a fifth rotary valve, a 17.5-inch bell and a dual bore of 0.750 to 0.787 inches. It is built for orchestral and solo work, where an F tuba's lighter low register and quicker response beat a large BBb horn. The fifth rotary valve extends the low range and offers alternate fingerings. Compared with other professional F tubas, it leans warm and resonant rather than bright, and it ships with a case and mouthpiece. This example is a demo instrument with a repaired bell that still shows visible crinkle marks.

Best forOrchestral and solo tuba playersPlayers moving up from a student BBb hornBuyers who want a fifth valve for low-range flexibilityPlayers who accept cosmetic wear for a pro-level instrument

Pros

Professional 4/4 F tuba with four pistons plus a fifth rotary valve
17.5-inch bell gives strong projection and a warm low register
Dual bore of 0.750 to 0.787 inches supports clarity across the range
Case and mouthpiece included
Fifth valve adds low-range options and alternate fingerings

Cons

This demo unit has a repaired bell with visible crinkle marks
F tuba, not a BBb horn, so it will not suit players who need a BBb
Silver finish shows wear and fingerprints more than lacquer
No mention of a warranty on the demo instrument

Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba prices at every store

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Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba price history

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Demo Eastman EBF862S in silver
4/4 F tuba with 4 front action pistons plus 5th rotary valve
Professional-level instrument designed for powerful projection, rich tonal depth and dependable performance in all ensemble settings
Warm, resonant low register with excellent clarity and balance throughout its range
Bore: 0.750"-0.787"
Bell: 17.5"

Shipping: All tubas are shipped in their case, strapped to a pallet via a trucking carrier; smaller instruments may be shipped in their case via FedEx or UPS.
In the box: Case, Mouthpiece

About the Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba

This is a professional-level 4/4 tuba with four front-action pistons and a fifth rotary valve. It is built for powerful projection, rich tonal depth and dependable performance in ensemble settings. The low register is warm and resonant, with clarity and balance across the range.

This is a silver demo unit. The bell was damaged at a trade show and has been rolled out, but the crinkle is still visible. A case and mouthpiece are included.

Brand: Eastman
Size: 4/4
Finish: Silver
Valves: 4 front-action pistons plus 5th rotary valve
Bore: 0.750"-0.787"
Bell: 17.5"
Condition: Demo unit with rolled-out bell damage; crinkle still visible
In the box: Case, mouthpiece

Questions and answers

Is this a BBb or an F tuba?: It is an F tuba. The model is the EBF862S, a 4/4 F tuba with four front-action pistons and a fifth rotary valve. The BBb label in some listings is wrong.
What condition is the bell in?: The bell was damaged at a trade show and has been rolled out. It still shows visible crinkle marks from the repair, but it is structurally sound.
What is included with the tuba?: A case and a mouthpiece are included.
How does the fifth valve help?: The rotary fifth valve extends the low range and gives alternate fingerings, which helps with intonation and awkward passages in the lower register.
Who is an F tuba for?: F tubas suit orchestral and solo players who want a lighter, quicker low register than a large BBb horn. Players who mostly play band parts on BBb should look at a BBb instrument instead.
What are the bore and bell size?: The bore runs from 0.750 to 0.787 inches, and the bell is 17.5 inches across.
Where is the Eastman EBF862S BBb Tuba cheapest?: At The Tuba Exchange, for $7,755.00, as of our latest check.