Detail 01
BBb key
The standard marching tuba pitch. Fingerings and parts match what BBb tuba players already read and play.
Product detailSKU #1275425406816
King2350 Series Brass BBb Sousaphone 2350WSP Silver With Case
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A silver-plated brass BBb sousaphone from King, shipped with a case. For marching band and drum corps programs buying a career-length horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching band and drum corps bass voice
- Schools replacing worn fiberglass sousaphones with a brass horn
- Players who want brass projection outdoors
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners or programs on a tight instrument budget
- Anyone carrying a horn long distances who needs light weight
- Concert tuba players who need a seated upright instrument
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
Brass body
Denser and heavier than fiberglass, with more core and carrying power. It costs the player more in weight on the field.
Detail 03
Silver plating
Slightly darker, more focused sound than lacquer, and a hard surface that resists wear from handling and marching contact.
Detail 04
Sousaphone shape
Wraps around the body and rests on the shoulder, so the weight is carried while walking and the bell faces forward.
Detail 05
Case included
Transport and storage are covered at purchase, which matters for a large horn that is expensive to protect after the fact.
Detail 06
$12,919
Program-level investment. Priced as a long-service instrument, not a first horn or a stopgap.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Silver plating needs regular cleaning and shows fingerprints more than lacquer.
- 02No mouthpiece is guaranteed with the horn. Confirm what ships before the first rehearsal.
- 03Measure your storage and transport space. Cased sousaphones need real room.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the same as a tuba?
Same BBb pitch and fingerings, different form. A sousaphone wraps around the player for marching. A tuba is held or rested while seated.
02How heavy is a brass sousaphone?
Noticeably heavier than a fiberglass one. Brass adds sound but adds load, which matters over a long parade or field show.
03Does it come with a mouthpiece?
The case is confirmed as included. Verify mouthpiece inclusion with the seller before you buy, since players usually have a preferred one anyway.
04Is silver plating worth it over lacquer?
It gives a more focused sound and a harder, wear-resistant surface. It needs more frequent polishing to stay bright.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
