Eastman EBF863S Professional 4-Piston 4/4 F Tuba in Silver Plate

Eastman EBF863S Professional 4-Piston 4/4 F Tuba in Silver PlateEastman EBF863S F Tuba Overview The Eastman EBF863S is a professional 4 4 F tuba designed for players who need a clear, centered F tuba voice with modern valve ergonomics and a practical performance package. It combines four front action pistons with a fifth rotary valve for expanded fingering options and improved low register facility. A 16. 5 inch yellow brass bell with silver plate finish supports a traditional brass response while offering

Eastman EBF863S F Tuba Overview

The Eastman EBF863S is a professional 4/4 F tuba designed for players who need a clear, centered F-tuba voice with modern valve ergonomics and a practical performance package. It combines four front-action pistons with a fifth rotary valve for expanded fingering options and improved low-register facility. A 16.5 inch yellow brass bell with silver plate finish supports a traditional brass response while offering straightforward care and maintenance.

Eastman EBF863S F Tuba Specifications

• Key: F
• Size: 4/4
• Bore: .750 inch to .787 inch, 19 mm to 20 mm
• Valves: 4 front-action pistons plus 5th rotary valve
• Bell: 16.5 inch, 420 mm
• Bell Material: Yellow brass
• Finish: Silver plate
• Case: ABS case
• Accessories: Mouthpiece; Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit

Condition & Setup

This Eastman EBF863S is a lightly used instrument in wonderful condition. It has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our brass technicians to confirm proper valve action, slide function, and overall response.

Who the EBF863S F Tuba Is For

The Eastman EBF863S F tuba is a professional 4/4-size F tuba built for advanced students, conservatory players, and working tubists who need a dedicated F instrument for solo, chamber, and orchestral repertoire. Its F-tuba design emphasizes clarity, agility, and a centered tone, while the front-action piston layout offers familiar right-hand valve access with stable playing ergonomics.

This model is distinguished by its .750 inch to .787 inch bore range, 16.5 inch yellow brass bell, silver plate finish, and 5th rotary valve. The added fifth valve gives players more alternate fingering options and improved facility in lower-register passages, making it a practical choice for demanding F tuba literature.

Common Questions About the Eastman EBF863S

Is the Eastman EBF863S a professional-level F tuba?

Yes. The Eastman EBF863S is specified as a professional 4/4 F tuba with four front-action pistons and a fifth rotary valve, a configuration commonly chosen by serious players for technical versatility and extended range demands.

What does the 5th rotary valve add compared with a 4-valve F tuba?

The 5th rotary valve provides additional alternate fingerings that can improve intonation options and make low-register passages more manageable, especially in solo, chamber, and orchestral F tuba repertoire.

What is included with the Eastman EBF863S?

The Eastman EBF863S includes an ABS case, mouthpiece, and Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit.

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