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I'm a collegiate student looking to invest in a quality F tuba. My teacher and I have agreed the Firebird would be everything I need and more. I'm hoping to find a used one in decent shape, but am still willing to pay a good deal of money. I have no preference for lacquer or plate, but definitely want a 5-valve. Thanks for your help!

Curious- why not 6 valves?

Up to this point I have only played a four-valve BBb, so my teacher and I thought it would be best to limit it to five-valves to begin with.