Miraphone 1281-L Petruschka F-Tuba
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This Miraphone 1281-L Petruschka is a serious instrument built for the professional tuba player or dedicated student pushing their skills. The combination of the gold brass lead pipe and conical valves creates a dark, powerful, and incredibly responsive sound, ideal for orchestral and solo work where a commanding presence is required.
Product Description
- Miraphone 1281-L Petruschka F-Tuba
- F Tuba
- "Petrushka" 1281 model
- Size: 5/4
- 5 valves: 4 Perinet valves (front action)
- 5th valve cylindrical valve
- Bell Ø: 420 mm
- Bore: Ø 19.60 - 20.40 mm
- Brass body
- Lead pipe made of gold brass
- Valve mechanism with nickel silver fittings
- Conical rotary valves
- Miraphone-Minibal thrust rod
- Bore for pressure equalisation on the valve
- Height: 850 mm
- Weight: 8.22 kg
- Clear lacquer finish
- Includes TU27 mouthpiece
PROS
- • Exceptional projection and resonance thanks to the 420mm bell.
- • Gold brass lead pipe delivers a rich, focused tone.
- • Miraphone’s Minibal thrust rod ensures smooth, reliable valve action.
- • Robust construction with nickel silver fittings guarantees long-term durability.
CONS
- • The 8.22 kg weight can be fatiguing for extended performances.
- • The Petruschka model is highly specialized, limiting versatility for some players.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most musicians.
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Key Features
Bore Size
19.60 - 20.40 mm
Bell Size
420 mm
Material
Gold brass (lead pipe), Brass (body), Nickel Silver (fittings)
Valves
4 Perinet (front action), 1 Cylindrical (5th)
Finish
Clear lacquer
Weight
8.22 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Petruschka is designed for a more focused, darker tone, often preferred for its projection and articulation – it’s less ‘bright’ than some other Miraphone offerings.
While it does offer a bit of extra range, the 5th valve on this model is primarily intended for fine-tuning intonation in the lower registers.
This tuba truly shines in the hands of a player who needs a powerful, dark sound for orchestral or solo performance; it's not the best choice for players seeking a more versatile, lighter tone.
