The EBB226 is a student model tuba with four front-action valves and a .687" bore. This tuba has a warm, centered tone, precise intonation and good flexibility, making it ideal for beginning players, as well as professional musicians that need a smaller instrument for travel. Features: • Key of BBb • 3/4 size tuba with 15 1/2" yellow brass bell • Yellow brass construction with yellow brass leadpipe and nickel-silver valve slides • Four stainless steel pistons through a .687" bore • Front-action piston design • Beautifully finished in a clear lacquer • Durable, hard-shell ABS case with wheels • Includes silver-plated Eastman mouthpiece