The cimbasso is also seen instead of a tuba in the orchestral repertoire. The Italian word , first appearing in the early 19th century, is thought to be a contraction used by musicians of the term or (), sometimes appearing in scores as c. basso or c. in basso. The original design was inspired by the ophicleide and the bassoon. The cimbasso is sometimes used in historically accurate performances and is commonly called for in film and video game soundtracks.
The cimbasso is also seen instead of a tuba in the orchestral repertoire. The Italian word , first appearing in the early 19th century, is thought to be a contraction used by musicians of the term or (), sometimes appearing in scores as c. basso or c. in basso. The original design was inspired by the ophicleide and the bassoon. The cimbasso is sometimes used in historically accurate performances and is commonly called for in film and video game soundtracks.