Detail 01
Floating foam design
The pad is not locked rigidly to the horn, so the sousaphone can shift as you march without scraping one spot.
Product detailSKU #1274228080274
BelmonteSousaphone Pads and Straps Cb5544Bk Floating Foam Shoulder Pad - Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Floating foam shoulder pad for sousaphone, in black. Same pad as the white version, in the color most dark uniforms want.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching players replacing a worn or flattened shoulder pad
- Bands in dark uniforms where a white pad stands out
- Horns kept on outdoor fields where dirt shows
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Concert tuba players, who never carry the horn on a shoulder
- Anyone needing white to match a light uniform
- Players whose shoulder pain comes from harness fit, not padding
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Foam, not rigid padding
Molds to your shoulder under load. Expect it to pack down over a full marching season.
Detail 03
Sousaphone-specific
Shaped for where a sousaphone actually rides. A generic strap pad slides out of position under that weight.
Detail 04
Black
Hides field dirt far better than white and disappears against dark uniforms and lacquer horns.
Detail 05
Model Cb5544Bk
The black variant in this pad line, ordered separately from the white part number.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Sousaphone shoulder mounting varies by brand; compare against your existing pad first
- 02This is the pad alone, not a harness or complete carrying rig
- 03Order one per horn if a section shares instruments across periods
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the same as the white one?
Yes, the same floating foam shoulder pad in black instead of white. Choose by uniform color and how much field dirt you expect to show.
02Will it fit my school's sousaphones?
It is made for sousaphone shoulder placement, but hardware differs between brands and horn ages. Check it against the pad already on the instrument.
03How long does the foam last?
Foam compresses under sustained weight. Under daily marching rehearsals plan on replacing it when it stops springing back.
04Does this reduce the weight of the horn?
No. It spreads the load across more of your shoulder and lets the horn move, which is a comfort change, not a weight change.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
