Miraphone 481C Elektra F-Tuba
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The Miraphone 481C Elektra is a powerhouse of an F-tuba, built for serious players. The robust brass construction delivers a rich, resonant tone, and the innovative valve linkage makes playing incredibly effortless. This is ideal for advanced tuba players in professional orchestras or soloists seeking a truly exceptional instrument.
Product Description
- Miraphone 481C Elektra F-Tuba
- F Tuba
- Size: 5/4
- Body and bell made of brass
- Nickel silver lead pipe
- Nickel silver set
- Bore: 19.60" (21.20 mm)
- Bell Ø: 420 mm
- Height: 960 mm
- Weight: 8.80 kg
- 6 Rotary valves - valve arrangement 4 +2
- Conical rotary valves
- Minibal ball bearing linkage system
- Silver-plated
- Including Miraphone TU28 mouthpiece
PROS
- • Exceptional projection and warmth from the brass body and bell.
- • Minibal linkage provides remarkably smooth, fast valve action.
- • Nickel silver leadpipe enhances responsiveness and tonal clarity.
- • 6-valve configuration offers extended range and versatility for complex passages.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.
- • Weight (8.8kg) can be fatiguing for players with less strength or endurance.
- • F-tuba configuration limits some orchestral flexibility compared to BBb models.
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Key Features
Bore Size
19.60"
Bell Size
420 mm
Material
Brass body & bell, Nickel Silver leadpipe & set
Valves
6 Rotary valves (4+2)
Finish
Silver-plated
Weight
8.80 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It significantly reduces friction, allowing for quicker and more precise valve action, especially beneficial for rapid passages and complex rhythms.
Miraphone's silver plating is quite robust, but regular cleaning and occasional polishing with a dedicated silver polish will maintain its luster and protect the instrument.
The 4+2 configuration allows for more flexibility in extended ranges, offering unique voicing possibilities while maintaining excellent intonation across the instrument's spectrum.
