The YBB-201 is an excellent alternative when budget is a strong consideration. It offers a large "pro-sized" bell and features a rich strong sound. It is easy to play and has accurate intonation.
Features
Hand-lapped pistons
Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in superior valve fit for noiseless, responsive action and easy tone changes.
Features
Hand-lapped pistons
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.
Intonation
The excellent intonation of the YBB-201 helps to foster a feel for correct pitch in beginning players.
Response
The responsiveness of the YBB-201 assists beginning players in learning the phrasing of the tuba.
Technology
Audio & Video
| Included Accessories | |
|---|---|
| Model | Description |
| YAC BBC-32 | Plastic tuba case; also fits YBB-321/201M |
| YAC BB67C4 | Tuba mouthpiece; all-around model for beginners and experts on Bb tuba |
| YAC RVO | Superior valve oil | Optional Accessories |
| YAC BB64 | Tuba mouthpiece; designed for the beginning student, it is easy to play and very flexible |
| YAC BB65 | Tuba mouthpiece; supports dark, full sound for orchestral playing |
| YAC BB66 | Tuba mouthpiece; especially large cup for dark and vibrant sound in orchestral playing |
| YAC BB66B | Tuba mouthpiece; good for Eb and F tubas, with shallower cup than 66 for responsiveness and flexibility in all registers |
| YAC BB66D4 | Tuba mouthpiece; deep cup and large throat for dark sound in orchestral playing |
| YAC BB67 | Tuba mouthpiece; medium-sized cup for responsive, versatile playing in all registers |
| YAC BB67B4 | Tuba mouthpiece; shallow cup to ease articulation and higher register playing, as on F tuba |
| YAC BB68B | Tuba mouthpiece; small cup volume to large rim diameter augments clarity with large tubas (Bb and C) and tonal fullness with small tubas (F tuba) |
| YAC BOBOSOLO | Tuba mouthpiece; gold-plated rim through backbore; quick response and bright sound, designed for solo playing |
| YAC BOBOSYM | Tuba mouthpiece; gold-plated rim through backbore; solid design with heavier sound, good for symphonic playing |
| YAC 1351 | Vinyl mouthpiece pouch; fits all low brass mouthpieces. |
| BGA51 | Vinyl mouthpiece pouch with zipper closure; fits all low brass mouthpieces |
| YAC 0900P | Premium valve oil |
| YAC 1011P | Slide grease |
| YAC 1530 | Tuba harness |
| YAC 1510G | Tuba/baritone lyre; gold lacquer |
| YAC 1510N | Tuba/baritone lyre; nickel-plated |
| YAC 1060 | Lacquer polish |
| YAC 1078P | Vinyl coated flexible cleaning rod; large |
| YAC 1083P | Nylon valve casing brush |
| YAC 1084P | Brass mouthpiece brush |
| YAC 1099P | Untreated polishing cloth; large |
| YAC 1100 | Chamois-like polishing cloth |
| YAC 1666P | Valve casing cleaning rod |
| YAC 1039 | Maintenance kit; piston valve instruments |
| YAC 1370 | Tuba gig bag; black cordura nylon; 2 hand holds; shoulder strap; fully padded; fits YBB-201/321 |
| YAC 1084P | Brass mouthpiece brush. |
| YAC 1099P | Untreated polishing cloth; large. |
| YAC 1100 | Chamois-like polishing cloth. |
| YAC 1666P | Valve casing cleaning rod |
| YAC 1039 | Maintenance kit; piston valve instruments |
| YAC 1370 | Tuba gig bag; black cordura nylon; 2 hand holds; shoulder strap; fully padded; fits YBB-201/321 |
| SB19C | Tuba Silent Brass system |
| PM-1 | Silent Brass mute only |
Specs
Specifications
| Level | Standard Tuba | |
|---|---|---|
| Key of | BBb | |
| Size | 4/4 | |
| Bore | 0.728" | |
| Bell Diameter | 17 1/2" upright bell | |
| Leadpipe Material | Gold Brass | |
| Body Material | Yellow Brass | |
| Bell Material | Yellow Brass | |
| Finish | Clear epoxy lacquer; Silver (YBB-201S) | |
| Mouthpiece | 67 | |
| Pistons/ Valves | (3) Nickel-plated, top action | |
| Case | BBC-32 | |
| Features/Options | Without Case (YBB-201); With Case (YBB-201WC) | |
Optional Accessories
Tuba Mouthpiece
Tubas/Sousaphones Owner's Manual [English / 10.2MB]
