New Alexander model 164 "Kaisertuba" BBb Tuba in Gold Brass,4 valves, Lacquered,Nickel-Silver Garland; with Care Kit

Wichita Band Instrument Company
Wichita, Kansas

Description

New Alexander model 164 "Kaisertuba" BBb Tuba in Gold Brass, Lacquered

Musical instruments from Gebr. Alexander have a characteristic sound that the trained ear can distinguish from the multitude of different instruments - the Alexander sound.The balanced, harmonious tone of their instruments have become the standard for many brass musicians. Alexander's seventh generation of master craftsmen have been working on perfecting the sound, the playability of their musical instruments and on the manual production in their manufactory in Mainz since 1782.

We at Wichita Band are proud to have sold many of Alexander's instruments to advanced and professional musicians alike. They are, in our opinion, one of top makers of brass instruments in the world.

Bb Tuba · Model 164 "Kaisertuba"

Due to the incomparable and typical Alexander-sound and a relatively low weight, Alexander Tubas offer a very comfortable handling. Even the Kaisertuba (Model 164) weights only 9.75 kg which ranges distinctly below the usual weight classes.

The Bb tubas (Model 163 also available as C-instrument) are manufactured with four valves. Extra (auxiliary-) valves or individual pipe lengths for auxiliary valves are realizable on request.

Features:

Key: BBb

Finish: Lacquered

Bore: 21.5mm

Bell Flare diameter: 450mm

Bell Throat: Extra Large

Material: Gold Brass

No. of valves: 4

Other: Nickel-Silver Garland

Set includes: Alexander Care kit

This tuba was on display at the 2026 Midwest Regional Tuba Euphonium Conference at the University of Missouri- Kansas City and was met with great reception from the players who tried it. 

The price of this tuba does not include a case or a mouthpiece. This tuba works with any professional american shank mouthpiece.

Also please note that shipping costs can be expensive, so if you live near Wichita, a "hand-to-hand" delivery might be possible.

Feel free to come try this beauty at our shop in Wichita,we'll even meet you at the airport!

****Please let us know your location for an accurate shipping quote****

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Wichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA.  The owners are Kansas natives Gary L. Ray and his two sons. 

Founded by a woodwind repair technician in 1953, we soon will commence our seventy-fourth year in business.

We’re not a “back bedroom” operation but can report that we are the owners of a proper “brick and mortar” workshop.

We enjoy a sterling reputation for ethical business transactions and confirm to our friends and clients the simple fact that we expect to be in business forever.

Wichita Band’s service warranty is the same as it’s been for more than four decades:

“ALL new and all used instruments sold by Wichita Band Instrument Company come with our 24 month service warranty. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace (whichever in our estimation is the more advisable), pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. In the event of cracked or damaged wood sections, we will repair at no cost to the customer or replace the section and charge the customer only for our net costs for the replacement section. Often, wood replacement parts are supplied from the manufacturer at no charge. The customer is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. Cases and plating finishes are not covered by our service warranty but are sometimes covered by factory guarantees.”

Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953!

 In the event that a customer requires service under factory guarantees or Wichita Band’s service warranty, the item must be returned to us and not directly to the manufacturer.**** WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS /  USA