Musical Instruments

Brass Instruments and Accessories

Yamaha

Features: The 641 professional BBb tuba features a rotary valve configuration for a traditional Teutonic sound with the kind of precise intonation and easy playability only made possible by modern engineering expertise. It is characterized by a warm dark sound with an abundance of tonal colors. Hand-lapped rotary valves Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in superior valve fit for noiseless, responsive action and easy tone changes. Hand-lapped slides Hand-lapping achieves the perfect balance between airtightness and smooth action. Nickel-silver spatula keys Carefully positioned nickel-silver spatula keys are strong and are capable of comfortable fast fingering. Ball joints for rotary valve levers The Yamaha-developed ball joints for the rotary valve levers are... Less

Features: Yamaha high-pitched trumpets feature brilliant tone with crisp clear attacks and excellent control in the high register. Though originally used primarily for Baroque music, they are increasingly used by solo and orchestral players for security with difficult high passages as well as for the clarity and lyrical qualities of their sound. The 9635 features a heavyweight bell for the rich full sound of a big trumpet, yet with easy control in high registers. It comes with two bells and sets of slides to convert it to either E or Eb which makes it especially suitable for both Hummel and Haydn concertos. A one-piece bell has an axial (lengthwise) seam, making it a continuous extension of the instrument's material. This results in pure, uniform resonance and superior tone. A hammered... Less

Features: It's a great new lead trombone full of character, with a multi- dimensional sound that's perfect for a wide spectrum of playing styles and situations. It has a sweet sound when you want it, brilliance or bite when you need it, records beautifully, and has great projection for solos. And there's a beautiful 'sheen' in the tone when using slide vibrato which you just can't find on most other modern horns. One of the first things you notice when you try the Z is its response. It speaks immediately ¢â‚¬probably faster than any trombone you've ever played! When playing very fast phrases, the clarity of each note is outstanding. You don't have to work as hard on the Z to sound better. Much better! Better than you've ever sounded before. Professional Series Key: Bb Bore: Dual:... Less

Features: The 301 Sousaphone features an ABS resin bell and FRP body for a big, tuba-style sound, while remaining lightweight and balanced for performance ease. It is extremely durable and weather resistant, and the bell front design enhances tonal projection. The intonation is highly accurate and players will appreciate the securely centered notes and easy playability. Hand-lapped valves and slides Hand-lapping is a time-consuming finishing process which results in an airtight valve/piston fit for noiseless, responsive action. Well-balanced The YSH-301WB is well-balanced so it is easy to hold while marching. Heavy bracing throughout Because the sousaphone is used in marching band, it has heavy bracing throughout the instrument to make it more durable at the vulnerable points. Pressure... Less