How to choose a euphonium / alto horn

Types of Euphonium Althorn

Material

Brass

It is golden and made of copper and zinc alloy. As the mix ratio of copper increases, it becomes lighter and easy to make sounds, and the name changes to Yellow Brass, Gold Brass, Red Brass, and the specific gravity is heavier and the tone becomes softer.

Surface finish

Lacquer

It is used to protect the surface, and affects the subtle feeling of wind, and the change in tone. Clear lacquer is a general type that is clear and colorless and the color of the material comes out as it is. There are various lacquers such as gold, black and pink.