Yamaha YEP-321 Bb Euphonium - 4 Valve Student/Intermediate w/Case | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Yamaha YEP-321 Bb Euphonium delivers consistent performance and exceptional value for high school and college music programs, community bands, advancing students, and semi-professional players. This versatile euphonium features a yellow brass body with 11" bell diameter and 4 top piston valves that provide warm tone, easy articulation, and accurate intonation across all registers. Perfect for students developing their skills, band directors seeking reliable classroom instruments, and community musicians who need dependable performance at an accessible price point.
Product Overview
The YEP-321 represents Yamaha's commitment to providing quality and reliability in educational and semi-professional instruments, designed to support musical development from high school through community ensemble participation. The yellow brass construction delivers the warm, rich tone that defines quality euphonium sound while maintaining the durability needed for regular use in educational and community settings.
The 4-valve configuration with top piston design provides accurate intonation and smooth valve action essential for proper technique development and musical expression. The 14.5-15.5mm bore size offers the ideal balance of resistance and free-blowing response for developing players, allowing for comfortable performance while supporting proper breath control and embouchure development. The 11" bell diameter provides excellent projection and tonal focus for ensemble playing.
Professional construction standards ensure consistent performance and reliability, while the lacquered brass finish protects the instrument and enhances its warm tonal characteristics. The included durable hard case and SL-48S mouthpiece make this a complete package that eliminates the need for additional purchases, providing exceptional value for students, educators, and community musicians.
Ideal For
- High school band students developing fundamental euphonium technique and musicianship
- College music programs requiring reliable, consistent instruments for ensemble and lesson instruction
- Community band and brass ensemble members seeking quality performance at reasonable cost
- Music educators who need dependable classroom instruments with excellent student-friendly characteristics
- Semi-professional players requiring reliable backup instruments or instruments for community engagement
Key Features
4-Valve Top Piston System
Four top piston valves provide accurate intonation across all registers with smooth, reliable action that supports proper technique development and consistent musical performance.
Optimized Bore Design
The 14.5-15.5mm bore size offers ideal resistance characteristics for developing players, providing comfortable performance while supporting proper breath control and embouchure development.
Quality Yellow Brass Construction
Yellow brass body construction delivers the warm, rich tone essential for quality euphonium performance while providing the durability needed for educational and community use.
Professional Bell Design
The 11" bell diameter provides excellent projection and tonal focus for ensemble playing, ensuring the instrument cuts through in band settings while maintaining warm, centered tone.
Complete Educational Package
Includes durable hard case for protection and portability plus SL-48S mouthpiece, providing everything needed for immediate performance and eliminating additional purchase requirements.
What's Included
- Yamaha YEP-321 Bb Euphonium with lacquered finish
- Yamaha SL-48S euphonium mouthpiece
- Durable hard protective case
- Care and maintenance accessories
- Free standard shipping
- Full manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | YEP-321 |
| Type | Student/Intermediate Bb Euphonium |
| Key | Bb |
| Valve System | 4 top piston valves |
| Bore Size | 14.5-15.5mm |
| Bell | 11" yellow brass |
| Body Material | Yellow brass |
| Finish | Lacquered brass |
| Sound Character | Warm tone with easy articulation |
| Performance Level | Student to semi-professional |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha SL-48S included |
| Case | Durable hard case included |
| Design Focus | Educational and community performance |
Experience This Quality Euphonium Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the consistent performance and exceptional value of the Yamaha YEP-321 Bb Euphonium. The 4-valve design and quality yellow brass construction deliver the warm tone and reliable performance that students, educators, and community musicians need for successful musical development. Contact us today to schedule your in-store trial and discover why Yamaha euphoniums provide outstanding quality and reliability for educational and community music programs.
