Take Your Next Step
As musicians evolve, it’s only natural that they progress to more rigorous material and tackle new musical concepts. However, to meet these challenges, a student needs a horn that can meet and exceed their current skill level. The Yamaha YBB-321 is one such instrument. This 4-valve intermediate tuba produces a full, centered sound that’s feather light at quiet dynamics and authoritative when you apply more air. It comes equipped with upright nickel-plated pistons for a comfortable playing experience and improved low register intonation. Visually striking, the Yamaha YBB-321 is garbed in a lacquer finish that lends a subtle warmth to the tone. Whether you’re searching for an excellent tuba for your school’s instrument library, shopping for yourself, or shopping for a loved one, you can’t go wrong with the easy-playing Yamaha YBB-321 from Sweetwater.
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Helps prepare a player for a professional horn
Stepping up from a beginner horn doesn’t have to carry a significant learning curve when playing the YBB-321. This intermediate tuba comes with four nickel-plated piston valves for smooth, reliable playability throughout the instrument’s life. Furthermore, the 0.728-inch leadpipe bore helps the player to create a warm, centered tone to anchor the ensemble. Delicate oom-pahs at quiet dynamics are easy, too, thanks to the wider 17.5-inch bell width. And since the whole instrument is made from yellow brass, the YBB-321 is a long-lasting, balanced-sounding tuba that won’t put a considerable dent into the school’s budget.
4-valve configuration improves intonation
Any tuba or euphonium player can tell you that it’s a challenge to maintain proper intonation in the lower register since those instruments tend to play slightly sharp in that range. To help alleviate this issue, Yamaha outfitted the YBB-321 with four valves. The addition of a fourth valve helps bring those wayward sharp notes back into pitch. And since the valves are arranged in an upright configuration, it makes transitioning from a beginner instrument that much easier.
Yamaha: the gold standard
Whether they’re building motorcycles, microchips, or marimbas, Yamaha’s commitment to quality is unmatched. And there’s no other product category that exemplifies the Yamaha difference than the brass instruments. Yamaha horns feature thoughtful and innovative engineering. Each one is subject to the strictest quality control measures before being released from their workshop. Yet, to be deemed truly excellent by Yamaha, these masterfully crafted pieces of art must light a fire of joy and passion in the player’s heart. Whichever Yamaha horn you choose, you can expect it to live up to those lofty expectations.
Yamaha YBB-321 BBb Tuba Features:
- Intermediate tuba pitched to BBb
- 0.728-inch bore helps develop a deep and focused tone
- 17.5-inch upright bell delivers a clear attack in all registers
- Yellow brass body provides a balanced tonal foundation
- 4-valve cluster vastly improves low register intonation
- Nickel-plated pistons provide a smooth playing feel that lasts year-to-year
- Top-action piston configuration feels familiar for beginners transitioning from their starter horn
- Includes 67 mouthpiece and a case
