3704 Foothill Boulevard
LA CRESCENTA, California
818.248.7550
4420 East Village Road
LONG BEACH, California
562.354.6655
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3704 Foothill Boulevard
LA CRESCENTA, California
818.248.7550
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4420 East Village Road
LONG BEACH, California
562.354.6655
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Miraphone M5050 Ambassador
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This new piston euphonium from Miraphone is one of the hot ones to try.
We have two on order in silver plate with gold trim. One will
have a tuning trigger, one is without. The pitch is stellar
enough on this horn that we think most players won't need the
trigger. This instrument is endorsed by Demondre Thurman, the
fabulous euphonium player of Sotta Voce, and brass professor at
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. .610-.638" bore, 12.2"
bell, compensating system, ergonomic grip, easy reach to the fourth
valve. Includes Miraphone hard case.
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$7450 |
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Miraphone 56A Kaiser Baritone
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Here is a neat instrument from the folks at Miraphone. The model 56A features an upright bell, 4 rotary valves, and a 12.2" bell flare. The bore of the valve tubing is .579"/.638". It is stock in yellow brass. This is a non compensating model. It has a great sound and is a lot of fun to play. This model works well for tuba players as the ergonomic layout of the instrument is similar to a tuba or for orchestral players looking for a tenor tuba. The stock 56A takes a small shank trombone mouthpiece, an optional large shank receiver is available at no extra charge.Click here for our Daily Menu to see what's in stock for this and similar models. |
As pictured: $5800, includes case |
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Yamaha YEP-321
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This horn is the standard for a reasonably priced very fine playing euphonium. Small shank mouthpiece receiver, 4 top pistons, non-compensating, a fine copy of the Besson/Willson design. It's a worthy horn for far less than the cost of many European models. It has a better in-tune scale than the least expensive 3+1 non-compensating Besson instrument. We occasionally have a used one for sale. This instrument is very popular in Los Angeles, where commercial doubling is the name of the game, and compensating euphonium snobbery is not. Stay tuned: We will soon offer this instrument with a fifth rotary valve. The valve will plug into the fourth valve slide, and will tune to either flat half step, or a flat whole step, depending on your preference. It is easily removable so you can return to a four valve instrument when you prefer less weight. Estimated cost is $625 in silver. click to embiggen
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New Lower Pricing: YEP-321 lacquer $1696 YEP-321S silver $1859 Often in stock, call for availability
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Yamaha YEP-642II
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A great new second generation design professional euphonium from the folks at Yamaha,
improved this year, and features the "II" designation. This
euphonium has a 11.8" hand hammered two piece yellow brass bell,
gold brass leadpipe, and has a .591"-.661"
graduated bore size. It has 3 piston valves on top and one on the side
(3+1). It is a compensating model, meaning that the 4th valve, when
engaged, is redirected through the valve set and a second set of tubing
to create the correct length for lower notes to be more in tune than
they would be one a standard euphonium. The model 642 euphonium is one
of the very best compensating horns out there. This is a terrific
instrument for wind band, brass ensemble, orchestra, concert band or
anytime a euphonium is needed. The response and pitch is excellent
throughout the registers. Includes a Yamaha hard case and 51L mouthpiece. Instrument weight is 10.4 lbs. (4.7kg), case weight is 11.5 lbs. (5.2 kg).
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YEP-642II lacquer $5285 YEP-642IIS silver $5509 Often in stock, or 1-2 weeks delivery with a deposit |
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Yamaha Custom YEP-842S
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The top of the line, Yamaha's custom model euphonium,
and it's all about the details. It varies in design from the YEP-642,
adapting new features with the proven design of the 642. The 842S
features a completely new leadpipe design for immediate and comfortable
response. The 53H mouthpiece included was designed specifically for a
perfect balance with the YEP-842S. The first branch features a newly
designed bow guard which not only protects the instrument, but adds
definition and clarity to the sound. The shape and positioning of the
hand rest facilitates both comfort and technique, while Yamaha?s unique
moisture trap captures any condensation or oil which leaves the bottom
valve cap. The bottom bow has a longer, wider bow guard for a broader
dynamic range and improved tonal projection. In silver plated finish
with 24K gold trim. This euphonium is a soloists dream.
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YEP-842S $6409 By special order, call for availability |
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Kanstul 976
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New 3+1 compensating euphonium from Kanstul is a top
of the line horn, often built with a copper bell, which can take a lot
of air without breaking up the tone. .570"-.593" graduated bore, 12"
bell flare. Great pitch, beautiful tone, stunning workmanship, this is a
new horn to watch for. Built to order. Bells in brass,
bronze, and red brass are also available. We generally keep the
bronze bell version in stock (below), as it's a bit livelier than the
copper (left). Also available at a lower cost in either all
lacquer or all silver plate with fixed bell. This bell is
removable, and replacement bells are available if you would like to have
more than one bell. The removable feature first came about when we
asked Kanstul about silver plating a horn except for the bell, so we
could see the beautiful red color. His solution was to make the
bell removable, and mount it after silver plating the body.
Includes SKB case and 4AL mouthpiece. Made in Anaheim, California. click to embiggen
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$5940 |
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York 3068
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This professional euphonium is made in Germany at Schreiber-Keilworth, who
used to make all the parts for the Besson euphoniums, which were
shipped to the UK for assembly. With Besson's bankruptcy, Schreiber
decided to update the tooling and make a superior euphonium by
themselves. Yes, the name comes from the old grand Rapids,
Michigan company JW York, which split off from Buffet. This
Schreiber line of instrument is also a split off from Buffet, and
Yorkshire is the center of Brass band activity, so it seemed
fitting. 3+1 compensating, all silver plate, with hard case.
This is one of the hot euphoniums out now, and is considered one of
the best for the money. This is the band model. Also available is a
solo model, which has a main slide trigger and larger bell.
For most players, this is the favorite. The part number 67
comes from the fact that the Besson Sovereign 967 euphonium was also
made with this tooling until recently. Beautiful sound, great
pitch, flawless workmanship, we recommend it. Fits large shank
receiver. 12" bell. One available in silver at this
price.
Interestingly, Schreiber went through their own financial reorganization, and now they are owned by Besson. Click here for
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$4595 |
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Alexander 151 Tenor Tuba
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This is the top rated tenor tuba in the world.
If you need to play some Strauss, this is your baby. Hand made in
Mainz, Germany, it is available in several versions. This is a
model 151 in all gold brass with clear lacquer. It has
5 rotary valves, with two tuning slides for the fifth valve, in order to
tune it to a flat half step or a flat whole step. All valves are
right hand. A lightweight Winter hard case is included. Stay
tuned for a full review soon. click to embiggen
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$7386 |
