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As a musician, nothing feels better than playing a horn that feels like it was made just for you. That’s why euphonium players at Sweetwater sing the praises of the Willson Band Instruments 2950S series compensating euphonium. A big horn for big-time players, the Willson 2950S retains a 12.25-inch upright yellow brass bell and a 0.640-6.80-inch graduated bore design, the 2950S is among the largest horns in its class. These features accommodate high volumes of air, which means this euphonium is able to support the abundance of air needed to achieve your dream sound. To top it off, the 2950S is fitted with stainless steel pistons in a 3 1 configuration for smooth, reliable action and improved performance in the low register. Don't let your current horn hold you back ? instead, propel yourself forward with the Willson 2950S euphonium!





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Stainless steel pistons in a 3 1 configuration





Delivering precise intonation and overall sound quality, the 2950S is equipped with a fully compensating 3 1 valve configuration, with three traditional top-action valves and a fourth side-action valve. The compensating system enables your horn to play with spot-on intonation up and down the horn’s entire range. Crafted using ultra-durable stainless steel, each piston is built to resist corrosion and withstand years of heavy use.





Willson Band Instruments: storied tradition and unrivaled brass instruments





Since Willy Kurath founded the company in 1950, Willson has maintained its status as an exceptional brass manufacturer, known primarily for producing an exemplary line of Swiss-made euphoniums used by professionals across the globe. The company remained small and specialized even as it entered the hands of a new generation under Willi Kurath Jr. Today, Willson operates as part of the Eastman Music Company family, forwarding its mission to produce heirloom-quality low brass instruments for players of all stripes.





Willson 2950S Series Compensating Euphonium Features:


Bb compensating euphonium for seasoned professionals


12.25-inch upright bell is one of the largest available among compensating euphoniums


Silver-plated finish looks striking onstage


0.640-0.680-inch bore turns your high-volume airflow into colossal sound


4 valves in a traditional configuration (3 top-action and 1 side-action)


Ships with a large shank mouthpiece and case