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As your student or loved one outgrows their starter horn, you’ll want to think about the next musical step. So, why not go with the Jupiter JTU1010 Intermediate BBb Tuba? It takes inspiration from Jupiter’s top-level tuba, the JTU1110. It has a slightly smaller design, which helps younger players control the instrument. This step-up horn has a 0.709-inch bore for added breath support. Next up comes a yellow brass body and a matching 15-inch yellow brass bell. The body and bore pair up to create a classic tone with plenty of warmth and resonance. At Sweetwater, we’re impressed by the ergonomic 4-valve configuration and stainless steel pistons. This allows for proper intonation in the low register, and a smooth playing feel that responds to the slightest touch. Finally, the JTU1010S ships dressed up in an eye-catching silver-plated finish for added tonal brilliance and boosted projection.Take the next step with a Jupiter JTU1010 Intermediate BBb Tuba.





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Yellow brass body and bell





Jupiter crafted the JTU1010 from yellow brass to create a well-balanced tone with plenty of resonance. It has a 15-inch bell for strong projection. Jupiter’s high-tech production methods help this tuba flaunts spot-on intonation, a centered sound quality, and even resistance through all registers. The JTU1010 has a 0.709-inch bore leadpipe for a warm tone that slots into any symphonic arrangement with ease. And since the bore is slightly narrower than other symphonic horns, the JTU1010 provides a nice boost in breath support.





Removable valve section





Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining a tuba can be complex tasks. That is, unless you’re playing a Jupiter JTU1010. This intermediate tuba has a removable valve section for pain-free maintenance. Just think of the headaches you no longer have to deal with! No more maneuvering around the bell or tipping the instrument at a precarious angle to get into the hard-to-reach areas! Whether it’s time for the tuba’s regular cleaning or a repair person needs access to the valve cluster, you’ll be thankful for JTU1010’s removable valve section.





Jupiter: guaranteed through graduation





A staple in classrooms everywhere, Jupiter band instruments are beloved by music teachers for good reason. Since 1980, the company has built high-quality band instruments for students of every development level. Innovations such as the Waveline flute headjoint and the patented Ergonomic trombone are just two examples of the company’s player-centered design philosophy. Each Jupiter instrument is inspected for quality throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring that it can endure bumps and bruises as easily as it can navigate technical passages. Sweetwater believes that every student should have access to the rich musical culture that unites us all. And with Jupiter’s player-first focus, anyone is welcome to embark upon an exciting and fulfilling musical journey through high school graduation and beyond.





Jupiter JTU1010 Intermediate BBb Tuba Features:


Step-up tuba pitched in BBb


15-inch bell offers superb projection and a wide dynamic range


0.709-inch bore delivers a rounded tone with excellent support


4-valve configuration improves intonation in the lower register


Removable valve section makes cleaning and maintenance easy


Stainless steel pistons provide a smooth and responsive playing feel


Silver-plated finish adds a pinch of brilliance and projection


Includes sturdy wheeled case for storage and transport