Eb Front Piston Tuba ‘Gnagey’ – TE465 P

Prepare to experience the unrivaled power and precision of Wessex Tubas’ Eb Front Piston Tuba 'Gnagey' – TE465 P.

This exceptional Eb front piston tuba is the result of a groundbreaking collaboration between our team and renowned musician and instrument builder Sam Gnagey. 

By combining the best of American and British tuba design, we've created an instrument that sets a new standard for low brass performance.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring tubaist, the Eb Front Piston Tuba 'Gnagey' is the perfect companion for your musical journey. 

Its easy high register and unparalleled low response make it a versatile powerhouse, capable of thundering bass lines and soaring melodies with equal ease. 

Specifications

• 4 piston and 1 rotary valve
• Bell: 16¾ ” (420mm)
• Bore: 0.69″ (17.5 mm), 0.748” (19 mm) rotary valve
• Height: 34.6″ (880mm)
• Weight: 18lb (8 kg)

Special Features

1. Handcrafted
2. Nickel silver leadpipe
3. Gold Brass bell on lacquered version
4. Large valve buttons
5. Lever for easy 1st slide pull
6. All nickel silver slides
7. Direct rotary valve linkage
8. Nickel silver strengthening plates
9. Hardened bell
10. Molded ABS latched case with robust wheels
11. HB mouthpiece

Sam Gnagey writes:

"The concept was from my idea of an EE-flat that a well known manufacturer could have and should have built years ago…I have to thank Jonathan for giving me the opportunity to make the concept a reality in brass."