FS: Yamaha YCB 861 4/4 Rotary Valve CC Tuba
Posted: Tue May 19, 2020 12:00 pm
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I'm selling my Yamaha 4/4 Rotary valve CC tuba
$4,000 OBO (plus shipping)[from Greater Philadelphia Area]
The horn has some normal wear and tear but nothing major.
Hard and soft cases included.
This is the first horn I ever bought back in 2010, so I've been slow to put it up for sale. I have a larger CC horn and a Small F horn so I really don't need it anymore.
This would be a great horn for someone looking for a solid CC tuba.
Here are some general specifications for the horn:
The 861 features a traditional German rotary tuba configuration with its long leadpipe and large bore size. It offers a warm deep sound with an abundance of tonal colors, and excellent intonation. Yamaha CC tubas feature hand-lapped pistons and hand-lapped tuning slides for smooth, airtight action. The clear epoxy finish and gold brass leadpipe will provide durable protection against corrosion.
Features:
Hand-lapped rotary valves: Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in superior valve fit for noiseless, responsive action and easy tone changes.
Hand-lapped slides: Hand-lapping achieves the perfect balance between airtightness and smooth action.
Nickel-silver spatula keys: Carefully positioned nickel-silver spatula keys are strong and are capable of comfortable, fast fingering.
Ball joints for rotary valves: The Yamaha-developed ball joints for the rotary valve levers are durable, yet achieve silent operation and light action.
Leadpipe: The long leadpipe contributes to a beautiful, dark, smooth tone which blends well with other instruments.
Tuning slide positioning: The careful positioning of the tuning slides makes it easier to adjust the slides while playing.
Steel wire bell rim reinforcement: The reinforcement of the bell rim improves the strength and response of the YCB-861.
Large, handmade bell: Impeccable intonation plus outstanding tone and response are a result of the handmade bell.
Fourth valve slide wrap: Uniform response throughout the tuba is assisted by the open wrap fourth valve slide.
Additional Information
Bell Diameter 450mm (17-3/4")
Bell Material Yellow Brass
Bore 20.7mm (0.815")
Formed Case
Non-compensating
Finish Clear Lacquer
Key C
Level Professional
Part # YCB861
Valve(s) 5 Rotary Valves
I'm selling my Yamaha 4/4 Rotary valve CC tuba
$4,000 OBO (plus shipping)[from Greater Philadelphia Area]
The horn has some normal wear and tear but nothing major.
Hard and soft cases included.
This is the first horn I ever bought back in 2010, so I've been slow to put it up for sale. I have a larger CC horn and a Small F horn so I really don't need it anymore.
This would be a great horn for someone looking for a solid CC tuba.
Here are some general specifications for the horn:
The 861 features a traditional German rotary tuba configuration with its long leadpipe and large bore size. It offers a warm deep sound with an abundance of tonal colors, and excellent intonation. Yamaha CC tubas feature hand-lapped pistons and hand-lapped tuning slides for smooth, airtight action. The clear epoxy finish and gold brass leadpipe will provide durable protection against corrosion.
Features:
Hand-lapped rotary valves: Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in superior valve fit for noiseless, responsive action and easy tone changes.
Hand-lapped slides: Hand-lapping achieves the perfect balance between airtightness and smooth action.
Nickel-silver spatula keys: Carefully positioned nickel-silver spatula keys are strong and are capable of comfortable, fast fingering.
Ball joints for rotary valves: The Yamaha-developed ball joints for the rotary valve levers are durable, yet achieve silent operation and light action.
Leadpipe: The long leadpipe contributes to a beautiful, dark, smooth tone which blends well with other instruments.
Tuning slide positioning: The careful positioning of the tuning slides makes it easier to adjust the slides while playing.
Steel wire bell rim reinforcement: The reinforcement of the bell rim improves the strength and response of the YCB-861.
Large, handmade bell: Impeccable intonation plus outstanding tone and response are a result of the handmade bell.
Fourth valve slide wrap: Uniform response throughout the tuba is assisted by the open wrap fourth valve slide.
Additional Information
Bell Diameter 450mm (17-3/4")
Bell Material Yellow Brass
Bore 20.7mm (0.815")
Formed Case
Non-compensating
Finish Clear Lacquer
Key C
Level Professional
Part # YCB861
Valve(s) 5 Rotary Valves