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Best B&S F Tubas 2025

Premium B&S f tubas - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Orchestra For Solo Performance For Chamber Music For Professional Performance For Symphony For Advanced Players
BRANDS: Thomann Melton B&S
B&S 3099/2/WG-L (PT-10) F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

B&S 3099/2/WG-L (PT-10) F-Tuba

by B&S
Orchestra Professional Performance Advanced Players
Key Feature:
• Superior low register
✓ PROS
  • • Superior low register
  • • High-end professional instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely expensive
  • • Very heavy and demanding

B&S 3099/2/WG-L F Tuba (PT-10)F TubaBody and bell made of brassGold brass leadpipeNickel silver inner and outer...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 546762
$15,829
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B&S 56AFT Fossi F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

B&S 56AFT Fossi F-Tuba

by B&S
Symphony Professional Performance Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Excellent for solo work
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for solo work
  • • High-end professional instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Requires advanced technique
  • • Very heavy and demanding

B&S 56AFT Fossi F-TubaF TubaAlessandro Fossi modelBrass bodyBell made of gold brassBore: 1st-4th valve 20.00 mm /...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 313938
$14,078
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B&S 3100 WG-L Fanny F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

B&S 3100 WG-L Fanny F-Tuba

by B&S
Solo Performance Orchestra Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm tone quality
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
  • • High-end professional instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely expensive
  • • Requires advanced technique

B&S 3100 WG-L Fanny F-TubaTubaSpecial "Fanny" - Andreas HofmeierLimited Edition6 Rotary valves: 4 + 2Bell...

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 335779
$14,619
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B&S 3100/W-L (PT-12) F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

B&S 3100/W-L (PT-12) F-Tuba

by B&S
Symphony Solo Performance Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• High-end professional instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Professional orchestral capability
  • • Superior low register
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely expensive
  • • Requires advanced technique

B&S 3100/W-L (PT-12) F-TubaF TubaBrass body and bellGold brass lead pipeNickel silver inner and outer slidesBore:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 157662
$13,849
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B&S 3100/WGJ-L JBL F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

B&S 3100/WGJ-L JBL F-Tuba

by B&S
Orchestra Chamber Music Symphony
Key Feature:
• Superior low register
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for solo work
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Extremely expensive

B&S 3100/WGJ-L JBL F-Tuba, F TubaJens Björn-Larsen (formerly of the Copenhagen Radio Philharmonic, now European...

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 212619
$16,498
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B&S 3099/1/W-L (PT-11) F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

B&S 3099/1/W-L (PT-11) F-Tuba

by B&S
Chamber Music Solo Performance Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm tone quality
✓ PROS
  • • High-end professional instruments
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Very heavy and demanding
  • • Professional level only

B&S 3099/1/W-L (PT-11) F-TubaF TubaPerantucci 115 ValvesBell Ø: 420 mmHeight: 970 mmBore: 19 - 21 mmGold brass...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 184427
$13,418
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B&S 3100-L (PT-9) F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

B&S 3100-L (PT-9) F-Tuba

by B&S
Solo Performance Advanced Players Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Superior low register
✓ PROS
  • • Superior low register
  • • Professional orchestral capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires advanced technique
  • • Very heavy and demanding

B&S 3100-L (PT-9) F-TubaF TubaPerantucci 96 valvesBell Ø: 420 mmHeight: 970 mmBore: 17 - 21 mmGold brass...

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 184425
$13,418
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How to Choose the Best F Tubas

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced f tubas typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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