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Tuba sizing
Matched to tuba tubing and slide bores. Undersized brushes from a trumpet kit will not contact the walls.
Product detailSKU #1274228071379
H.W.Brass-Saver Cleaning Brushes Tuba
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Pull-through cleaning brushes sized for tuba. Routine maintenance kit for clearing the inside of the tubing rather than polishing the outside.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Owners doing their own regular tuba cleaning at home
- School programs maintaining shared or rental horns
- Players who want to clear buildup between full chemical cleanings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players with a smaller brass horn — trumpet, horn and trombone need their own sizes
- Anyone expecting a full cleaning kit with snake, mouthpiece brush and valve oil
- Instruments needing a professional chem-flush for heavy corrosion
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Brass-Saver design
Made for use inside brass tubing without the scratching risk of a bare wire-core brush.
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Pull-through use
You draw the brush through the tube rather than push it, which reduces the chance of it jamming inside.
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$21.99
One-time purchase that replaces repeated shop cleaning bills if you keep up with it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cleaning solution, valve oil and slide grease are not included
- 02Removed slides and valves must go back in their original positions
- 03Rinse and dry the brushes after each use or they carry grime back in
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on my trumpet or trombone?
No. These are sized for tuba. Smaller horns need brushes matched to their own bore, otherwise the brush either jams or never touches the walls.
02Do I need anything else to clean my tuba?
Yes. Plan on lukewarm water, a mild cleaning solution, and fresh valve oil and slide grease for reassembly. None of that is included here.
03How often should I use them?
Depends on how much you play. Regular short cleanings keep buildup from hardening and are easier than one heavy annual job.
04Can I use these on a lacquered horn?
These clean the inside of the tubing, so the outer lacquer is not involved. Handle slides carefully and dry everything before reassembly.