Wessex Octavia Tenor Tuba ER700HP 4 + 1

The Lacquered Wessex ER700HP Bombardino is one of the most unique instruments in the Wessex catalog. Designed as a true B-flat tenor tuba with rotary valves, this model offers a powerful and expressive sound character, inspired by the large-scale symphonic repertoire.

Its rich, broad, and deeply resonant sound evokes the drama and epic nature of late Romantic orchestral music, with a response that combines nobility, projection, and a wide range of dynamic nuances.

Features of the Lacquered Wessex ER700HP Bombardino

• • Key: B-flat
• • System: 5 rotary valves
• • Fifth valve: semitone or whole tone interval (flat step)
• • Bore diameter: 15.5 mm
• • Bell: 300 mm
• • Weight: 4.16 kg (9.2 lb)
• • Construction: entirely handmade
• • Material: hand-hammered German brass
• • Mouthpiece: Wessex 4Y included
• • Finish: Lacquered

The design with 5 rotary valves provides very stable tuning and exceptional flexibility, especially in chromatic passages and the lower register. The fifth valve expands the technical possibilities of the instrument, allowing precise control in orchestral and band contexts.

Thanks to its artisanal craftsmanship and the use of German brass, the ER700HP stands out for its lightness, free vibration, and excellent projection. The emission is fluid and natural, allowing the performer to develop a broad sound effortlessly.

This model is particularly suitable for musicians looking for an instrument different from the traditional bombardino, with an identity closer to the German tenor tuba and a solid sound presence within the ensemble.

A unique instrument in the Wessex catalog

The Wessex ER700HP is not a conventional bombardino, but a unique proposition for performers seeking a deeper, heroic, and orchestral sound, while maintaining comfort, control, and a high-level response.