Upgrading the Euphonium

A performance euphonium will have deeper, broader sound with a better response than a student level instrument. The rich, dark sound of the Conical Bore will especially be noticed by students switching from a baritone with its cylindrical bore. Monel or Stainless Steel Pistons are common to advanced instruments. Both are a hard alloy that is resistant to corrosion. They are also solid metal parts instead of plated parts. This makes them very long-lasting and not prone to flaking and wear common to lesser materials. Hand-Lapping of Pistons ensures a perfect fit and flawless, lightning-quick valves. The 4th Valve increases fingering options and improves intonation on a number of valve combinations. Compensating systems on professional level euphoniums expand on the options provided by the 4th valve and create a valve system that has far better intonation. Larger Bore Size encourages greater use of air which contributes to bigger sound.

The Addition of a 4th Valve

Hand-lapping of Pistons and Slides

Conical tubing

Larger Bell and Bore Size