Eastman EBF863 Professional 4-Piston 4/4 F Tuba in Lacquer

Eastman EBF863 F Tuba Overview

The Eastman EBF863 is a new-model, professional 4/4 F tuba built for players who need a clear, centered F-tuba voice with modern valve ergonomics and a practical, travel-ready package. It pairs four front-action pistons with a fifth rotary valve for extended facility across registers, and it is finished in lacquer over a 16.5 inch yellow brass bell for a traditional brass sound and straightforward maintenance.

Eastman EBF863 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: Lacquer
• Case: ABS case
• Accessories: Mouthpiece; Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit

Condition & Setup

Brand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This instrument 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 EBF863 F Tuba Is For

The Eastman EBF863 F tuba is a professional 4/4-size F tuba designed for advanced students, conservatory players, and working tubists who need a dedicated F instrument for solo, chamber, and orchestral repertoire. Its F-tuba profile supports clarity and agility, while the 4-piston front-action layout provides familiar left-hand support and right-hand valve access for many players.

What distinguishes this model in its category is the combination of a modern .750 inch to .787 inch bore range with a 16.5 inch yellow brass bell and a 5th rotary valve for alternate fingerings and improved facility in the low register. 

Common Questions About the Eastman EBF863

Is the Eastman EBF863S a professional-level F tuba?

Yes. The EBF863 is specified as a professional 4/4 F tuba with a 4-piston front-action valve set plus a 5th rotary valve, a configuration commonly chosen by serious players for versatility and technical demands.

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

The 5th valve provides additional alternate fingerings that can improve intonation options and extend facility in lower-range passages, which is especially useful on F tuba in orchestral and solo literature.

What is included with the EBF863?

It includes a mouthpiece, an Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit, and an ABS case.

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