Planned Delivery: Late June 2026
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Based on our TB160 Mighty Midget, the BBb Mini Jazz Tuba TB162 has a much larger forward facing bell.
The Wessex BBb Mini Jazz Tuba (TB162) is designed for players who want the depth and character of a full tuba in a far more compact and manageable form, offering impressive projection and tonal warmth, making it a practical and musical choice for players who need portability without compromising sound.
Smaller tubas have become increasingly popular among musicians who perform in a variety of settings, from informal gigs to travel-heavy schedules.
The TB162 responds easily, with a centred tone that remains consistent across the range, allowing players to feel comfortable whether performing or practising.
Despite its reduced size, this mini tuba delivers a surprisingly full and rounded sound; the design focuses on maintaining the core tonal qualities expected from a BBB instrument, while offering a more accessible playing experience in terms of weight and handling.
This balance makes it particularly appealing for players who want a secondary instrument or a more practical option for regular transport.
The TB162 is especially well suited to tuba jazz settings, where flexibility, clarity and mobility are essential - whether in a small jazz group, street band or chamber ensemble, the instrument’s compact design allows for greater freedom of movement while still providing a solid bass foundation.
Its focused sound sits well within smaller ensembles, offering presence without overwhelming the overall balance.
Careful attention has been given to ergonomics, ensuring the instrument feels comfortable and natural to play where the lighter weight and compact wrap make it easier to handle over longer rehearsals or performances, while maintaining a reliable response throughout.
For players looking for a practical, versatile and musically capable compact tuba, the Wessex Mini Jazz Tuba offers a distinctive and highly usable solution.
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For your peace of mind
Unlike most leading brands, Wessex Tubas offers a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects on all our instruments, and in the unlikely event that you are dissatisfied with your purchase, we offer a full refund and return within 2 weeks.
You can return any item bought from Wessex Tubas within 14 days of receiving it for a full refund, minus shipping costs. However, please contact us before returning your item so we can provide you with return labels and a collection booking with our dedicated courier to ensure the safe return of your item/s. When returning the item, it must be in its original packaging and in ’as received’ condition. Please note that shipping charges apply to refund upon return of your item and any damage will also result in reduced refund.
