Posted by Pete on November 02, 2002 at 23:21:45:
In Reply to: A tuba I saw posted by Colin on November 02, 2002 at 22:39:12:
Most likely what you saw was a six valve F tuba. The added fifth and sixth valves help with intonation and response in the low register. The valve placement in the left hand is a common practice by most of the German makers.
Hope this helps a bit.
Pete