{"product_id":"jupiter-xo-1680l-professional-cc-tuba-in-clear-lacquer-sn-ec03447","title":"Jupiter XO 1680L Professional CC Tuba in Clear Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJupiter XO 1680L CC Tuba Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Jupiter XO 1680L is a professional CC tuba developed for players who want a five-valve, front-action instrument for orchestral, chamber, solo, and advanced ensemble work. Its graduated bore, elliptical tuning slides, and piston-plus-rotary valve configuration reflect a design centered on flexible low-register access and the demands of professional CC tuba playing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJupiter XO 1680L CC Tuba Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKey: CC \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Lacquered brass \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBore Size: .732-.787 inch graduated bore \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 17.4 inches \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eValve Configuration: Four front-action stainless steel pistons plus one rotary fifth valve \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eFinish: Clear lacquer \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted ABS molded hard case with wheels \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eAccessories: Extra tuning slide, XO24AW mouthpiece, valve oil, slide cream, and polish cloth \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eSerial Number: EC03447 \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis Open Box instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The clear lacquer presents with little visible handling wear. A small localized dent is present at the edge of the bell rim, and the fitted hard case has light exterior handling marks. The included mouthpiece, extra tuning slide, and care supplies accompany the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 1680L CC Tuba Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 1680L is intended for professional tubists, conservatory players, teachers, and advanced musicians who prefer a CC tuba with front-action pistons and a dedicated fifth valve. Its five-valve layout supports the alternate fingerings and extended low-register demands encountered in orchestral, chamber, solo, and audition repertoire, while the 17.4-inch bell gives it a more compact physical profile than many larger orchestral CC tubas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Jupiter XO 1680L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the graduated bore contribute to the 1680L design?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bore increases from .732 to .787 inch through the valve section. This progressive design supports airflow through the instrument while retaining the defined response associated with a front-action piston layout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the 1680L use a fifth rotary valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fifth valve expands alternate-fingering options and supports low-register facility. This is particularly useful in professional CC tuba repertoire, where secure chromatic access below the staff is important.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho commonly chooses a CC tuba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eCC tubas are widely used by orchestral, conservatory, solo, and chamber players in the United States. The choice between CC and BBb remains personal, but CC instruments are firmly established in professional orchestral practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto\" alt=\"Jupiter XO Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/XOLogo\/XOLogoThumb0.jpg\" align=\"middle\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Jupiter XO dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KHS America","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53780247347565,"sku":"1680L-CREC03447","price":6799.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7133950.jpg?v=1787337131","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/jupiter-xo-1680l-professional-cc-tuba-in-clear-lacquer-sn-ec03447","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}