{"product_id":"wessex-boheme-te165-eb-tornister-travel-tuba","title":"Wessex Bohème TE165 Compact Eb Tornister Tuba and Travel Tuba","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall in stature but unmistakably a true tuba, the Wessex Bohème TE165 is an exceptionally compact Eb Tornister tuba inspired by instruments last produced more than a century ago—and recreated, refined and improved for today’s musicians by Wessex Tubas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Tornistertubas were developed for Austro-Hungarian military bands before the First World War. Their tightly wrapped construction allowed musicians to carry them in backpacks when travelling on foot, long before mechanised transport became commonplace. Wessex has revived this fascinating historic concept while improving its design, construction and playing characteristics to create a thoroughly practical modern instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding just 19 inches tall and weighing only 7½ lb, the Bohème is extraordinarily portable. Unlike many compact practice instruments, however, the TE165 is designed to provide the character, response and musical enjoyment of a genuine Eb tuba. Its free-blowing feel, focused tone and responsive four-valve design make it far more than an historical curiosity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe TE165 is an ideal travel tuba for keeping your playing in shape while away from home. Its remarkably compact dimensions make it easier to transport than a conventional tuba and potentially suitable for cabin baggage, subject to the individual airline’s size and weight restrictions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts distinctive voice also makes the Bohème great fun for jazz—particularly when amplified—as well as small ensembles, informal performances, Tuba Christmas events and creative musical projects. Its extremely low weight makes it especially appealing to players seeking a comfortable instrument for rehearsals, marking parts or situations where a full-size tuba would be impractical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour smooth rotary valves provide secure response throughout the instrument’s range. Nickel-silver inner and outer tuning slides offer durability and smooth adjustment, while reinforcing plates and ribbing around the outer bows strengthen the compact body. Engraved Wyvern valve levers complete its distinctive Wessex appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, characterful and genuinely enjoyable to play, the Wessex Bohème TE165 brings a remarkable tuba design back to life after more than 100 years. It combines the charm and portability of the original Tornistertuba with the reliability, playability and construction expected from a modern Wessex instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose the Wessex Bohème?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare historic Tornistertuba concept revived and improved by Wessex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally compact and lightweight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA genuine Eb tuba—not merely a practice substitute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResponsive, enjoyable playing characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for travelling and practising away from home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for jazz, small ensembles and creative performances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight option for rehearsals and marking parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFun and distinctive instrument for Tuba Christmas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall enough for possible airline cabin transport, subject to airline rules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied with a compact wheeled case and Bell Canto mouthpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour rotary valves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWyvern-engraved valve levers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNickel-silver inner and outer tuning slides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNickel reinforcing plates and ribbing around the outer bows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, tightly wrapped Tornistertuba design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in lacquer with a gold-brass bell or silver plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact wheeled protective case included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBell Canto mouthpiece included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Four rotary valves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBell diameter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7½ inches (190 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValve bore:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.59 inches (15 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 19 inches (480 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7½ lb (3.45 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wessex Tubas Elite","offers":[{"title":"lacquered-with-gold-brass-bell","offer_id":67578228277428,"sku":"TE165-GB","price":2480.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"silver-plated","offer_id":67578228310196,"sku":"TE165-S","price":3471.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Nickel-plated","offer_id":67595108647092,"sku":"TE165-N","price":2660.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Unlacquered brass","offer_id":67595124900020,"sku":"TE165-GB","price":2480.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/8492\/6388\/files\/te165-tornster-travel-tuba-front_b576ca7f-ca6b-463f-8bea-638205d7baa3.webp?v=1740998770","url":"https:\/\/www.wessex-tubas.com\/products\/wessex-boheme-te165-eb-tornister-travel-tuba","provider":"Wessex Tubas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}