- Is the fourth valve worth having on a BBb tuba?
- Yes for most players at this level. It extends the low range below the standard three-valve compass and gives alternate fingerings that help with intonation.
- How does it compare with a 3-valve student tuba?
- It has a larger bore, a bigger bell and the extra valve, so it responds more freely and covers more repertoire. It is heavier and costs more than a basic student horn.
- What is included with the tuba?
- A Holton tuba mouthpiece and a molded plastic shell case come with it. You supply your own valve oil and care kit.
- Is it suitable for a beginner?
- It is aimed at collegiate and advancing players. A younger beginner may find the size and weight hard to manage, and a 3-valve student model is usually easier to start on.
- What key is it in and what bore does it have?
- It is a BBb tuba with a large .728-inch bore and a 17.5-inch upright bell. That combination gives a full low register with a focused sound.
- Can it be used for orchestral playing?
- It can, but its compact tone suits concert band and brass ensemble better. Orchestral players usually want a broader, larger-belled instrument.
- Where is the Holton Collegiate 4 Valve BBb Tuba cheapest?
- At Summerhays Music Of Orem, for $4,595.00, 43% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Holton Collegiate 4 Valve BBb Tuba?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Summerhays Music Of Orem, Reverb, Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center, Pro Winds.