Detail 01
Brass body
Heavier on the shoulder than fiberglass, with a fuller, more centered sound. Also dents rather than cracks on impact.
Product detailSKU #1275425406977
King2350 Series Brass BBb Sousaphone 2350SP Silver - Instrument Only
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A brass BBb sousaphone in silver plate, sold as the instrument by itself. For marching programs that already have cases and hauling gear sorted.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching band and drum corps low brass
- Programs replacing a horn but keeping existing cases
- Outdoor parade and field work needing projection
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Buyers who need a case included in the price
- Players wanting the lightest possible horn to carry
- Concert-only players who never march
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
Silver plate finish
Brighter, more cutting projection than lacquer, and it holds up to handling. It tarnishes, so it needs regular polishing.
Detail 03
BBb pitch
Same key as a standard concert tuba, so tuba parts and fingerings transfer directly with no transposition.
Detail 04
Instrument only
No case in the box. A sousaphone case is bulky and expensive, so factor that into the real cost.
Detail 05
Sousaphone wrap
Coils around the body and rests on the left shoulder with the bell forward. Built to be played while walking.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case included — price one before you commit
- 02Confirm your storage rack fits a brass sousaphone, not just fiberglass
- 03Brass weight matters over a full field show; try carrying one
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a case?
No. It ships as the instrument only. A sousaphone case is a large, separate purchase, so check what your program already owns before ordering.
02Brass or fiberglass sousaphone?
Brass gives a fuller, more focused sound and survives dents better than cracks. Fiberglass is noticeably lighter to carry. This one is brass, so it favors sound over weight.
03Will silver plate tarnish?
Yes. Silver darkens with exposure to air and skin oils. It cleans up with silver polish and a cloth, and it resists wear-through better than lacquer.
04Can a tuba player switch to this?
Yes. It is pitched in BBb like a standard tuba, so fingerings and written parts carry over. The adjustment is posture and carrying it on the shoulder.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Instrument Only
- Color Finish
- Silver
