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Best Melton F Tubas 2025

Premium Melton 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
Melton 4260-L F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Melton 4260-L F-Tuba

by Melton
Symphony Chamber Music Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm tone quality
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
  • • Excellent for solo work
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely expensive
  • • Professional level only

Melton 4260-L F-TubaF TubaSize: 6/4Orchestral tuba in light constructionBrass body and bellBore: 19.50 mm / 4th-6th...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 414815
$17,598
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Melton 4250-L F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Melton 4250-L F-Tuba

by Melton
Solo Performance Advanced Players Symphony
Key Feature:
• High-end professional instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Professional orchestral capability
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Extremely expensive

Melton 4250-L F- TubaF TubaSize: 6/4Orchestral tuba in light constructionBrass body and bellBore: 19.50 mm / 4th and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 414814
$15,838
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Melton 4260-S F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Melton 4260-S F-Tuba

by Melton
Solo Performance Chamber Music Symphony
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm tone quality
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
  • • Professional orchestral capability
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Extremely expensive

Melton 4260-S F-TubaF TubaSize: 6/4Orchestral tuba in lightweight constructionBody and bell made of brassBore: 19.50...

⭐ 4.6/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 565179
$19,028
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Melton 2260RA-L Brandstötter F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Melton 2260RA-L Brandstötter F-Tuba

by Melton
Chamber Music Symphony Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional orchestral capability
✓ PROS
  • • High-end professional instruments
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Professional level only

Melton 2260RA-L Brandstötter F-TubaF TubaSize: 6/4Brass body and bellBore: 18.50 - 21.50 mmBell Ø: 440 mmHeight 890...

⭐ 5.0/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 278259
$16,388
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Melton 2250-L F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Melton 2250-L F-Tuba

by Melton
Orchestra Professional Performance Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Superior low register
✓ PROS
  • • Superior low register
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Requires advanced technique
  • • Professional level only

Melton 2250-L F-TubaF TubaSize: 6/4Brass body and bellBore: 1st-4th valve 19.00 mm / 5th valve 20.50 mmBell Ø:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 246511
$13,418
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Melton 4460-L F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Melton 4460-L F-Tuba

by Melton
Chamber Music Symphony Orchestra
Key Feature:
• High-end professional instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Professional orchestral capability
  • • Rich, warm tone quality
✗ CONS
  • • Requires advanced technique
  • • Very heavy and demanding

Melton 4460-L F-TubaF-Tuba6/4 Size6x Rotary valvesBell Ø: 42 cmBore 1st - 3rd Valves: 19.5 mm4th - 6th Valves: 21.5...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 246508
$17,368
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Melton 14-L Trolley F-Tuba - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Melton 14-L Trolley F-Tuba

by Melton
Orchestra Symphony Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Superior low register
✓ PROS
  • • Superior low register
  • • Professional orchestral capability
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Very heavy and demanding

Melton 14-L Trolley F-TubaF Travel TubaModel "Trolley"4 Rotary valvesBore: 15.50 mmDetachable bellBell: 22.00...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 228190
$8,798
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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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