Detail 01
Large frame sizing
Cut for bigger tuba bodies and bell throats. A smaller horn will shift inside unless padded out.
Product detailSKU #1274228070443
MTS Products1708V Large Frame Tuba Case
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large-frame tuba case from MTS Products, black. For players hauling a big-body tuba who need real protection for gigs, storage, and travel.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Owners of large-body tubas that outgrow standard cases
- Regular loading and unloading for gigs and rehearsals
- Storing a valuable horn safely between playing dates
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Compact, student, or F tubas — the frame is oversized
- Players wanting the lightest possible carry to a rehearsal
- Anyone needing a case under a few hundred dollars
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.
Detail 02
Hard case, not a gig bag
Rigid shell takes knocks a padded bag will not. Costs you weight and bulk in exchange.
Detail 03
Black finish
Hides scuffs from van floors and stage wings better than lighter colors over years of use.
Detail 04
$959.99
Priced at the protective-case tier, near what a serious horn owner spends to avoid dent repair bills.
Detail 05
MTS Products 1708V model
A specific model number — useful when checking fit against your tuba's make and bell diameter.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your tuba's bell diameter and overall height before ordering
- 02No instrument, stand, or mouthpiece is included
- 03Confirm your car trunk or van space fits a large-frame case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will my tuba fit in this case?
It is built for large-frame tubas. Measure your horn's bell diameter, height, and width and compare to the 1708V before buying — smaller horns will move around inside.
02Is this a hard case or a soft bag?
It is a tuba case, meant to protect the horn structurally rather than just pad it. Treat it as your travel and storage protection, not a light carry cover.
03Why does a case cost this much?
A single dent or unsoldered brace on a tuba can cost a large share of this price to repair. The case is priced against that risk.
04Will it fit an F tuba?
No. This is the large-frame version. MTS makes a separate 1204V case sized for F tubas.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
