The Little Dragon was created to solve a common problem for tuba players: transporting a large instrument. Despite its compact size, the instrument is designed to maintain stable intonation, good response, and a characteristic tuba sound suitable for practice, travel, chamber playing, and situations where carrying a full-size tuba is impractical.
The ZO ZTU-C800L Little Dragon Travel Tuba combines the rich sound and dependable response of a traditional CC tuba with an innovative compact design. Built for musicians on the move, its lightweight construction, rotary valve system, and travel-friendly dimensions make it ideal for practice, rehearsals, chamber music, and performance situations where portability matters. The Little Dragon delivers impressive projection, stable intonation, and comfortable playability while fitting into spaces where a conventional tuba simply cannot.
Built-to-last, this ZO tuba features specially formulated polymer which creates an impressively smooth sound. The new brass piston valve block super responsive (four valve, front action) is exceptionally durable and easy to maintain, while the brass leadpipe gives an improved response and richer tone quality.
Discussion among tuba players indicates that the Little Dragon series is appreciated primarily for its portability. Some players report that these instruments are "a lot of fun in a small package" and play better than their unusual appearance suggests, while others note the expected compromises that come with any travel tuba compared with a full-size concert instrument.
This makes the ZTU-C800L especially appealing to traveling musicians, students, military band members, and players with limited storage space who still want a true CC tuba.
- Little Dragon Series
- Compact Tuba
- Key: CC
- Body: Brass Lacquered
- Valves: 4 Rotary Stainless Steel .
- Finger Buttons: Extra Large 1.25" diameter
- Slide: Nickel Silver (inner & outer)
- Bell: 310 mm (12.2")
- Bore: 19-20 mm (.23.2")
- Height: 590 mm
- Weight: 6.75 kg (12.7 lbs) Mouthpiece and Backpack Style Gig Bag (backpack style) Included
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Additional Info
| Key | C |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| SKU | TU-ZO-C800L |
| Literature | ZO_Next_Generation_Trumpet_Brochure.pdf |
