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!
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