Wessex C Tuba Wessex Chicago-Presence TC694HP-XP

The Wessex TC695 "Chicago Presence" CC 6/4 is a very faithful recreation of the historic York tuba from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. It offers a deep and enveloping sound with surprising lightness thanks to its completely handmade construction.

Its hand-hammered bell, oversized bows, and the Chuck Nickles-designed leadpipe enhance response, intonation stability, and uniformity across all registers. The vented piston system provides smooth legato, quick action, and consistent precision even in demanding repertoire.

It is a highly valued option for those seeking the sound character of the "Great York" at a more affordable price, maintaining comfortable playing, a solid low register, and controlled projection typical of symphonic 6/4 models.

Features of the Wessex TC695 Chicago Presence Tuba

• • Piston diameters 1–3: 0.75” (19 mm)
• • Fourth valve diameter: 0.79” (20 mm)
• • Fifth valve diameter: 0.87” (22 mm)
• • Bell: 480 mm
• • Height: 36.5” (93 cm)
• • Weight: 10.5 kg
• • Design: inspired by the historic Chicago York model
• • Construction: handcrafted with hand-hammered bell
• • Leadpipe: developed by Chuck Nickles for optimized response
• • Piston system: vented stainless steel
• • Buttons: Wyvern engraved
• • Mouthpiece: Wessex included
• • Available version: Chicago Presence with 48 cm bell

Advantages of the Wessex Chicago Presence Tuba

It stands out for its ease of playing, stability across all ranges, and a deep, balanced sound. This tuba is particularly appreciated in symphonic repertoire for its comfort, warm sound, and homogeneous response.

Buy the Wessex Chicago Presence Tuba at the Best Price

The TC695 combines artisanal quality, professional performance, and traditional symphonic sound with the reliability of modern construction. An excellent choice for demanding musicians.