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Versatile Marching Tuba for All Seasons





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Here at Sweetwater, we know that band directors have plenty of tricks up their sleeves to stretch out their budgets. But here's one you may have missed: the Jupiter JTU1000M Intermediate Convertible Marching Tuba. It’s a 3/4-size marching tuba with a convertible leadpipe design that lets you can also use it during concert band! This tuba is made from yellow brass and has a 14.4-inch bell. And thanks to its 0.661-inch bore, it produces a warm, robust tone. What’s more, it has silky-smooth stainless steel pistons. Like most marching tubas, the JTU1000M is meant to be carried and played on the left shoulder of the performer. Maximize your budget’s potential and purchase a Jupiter JTU1000 3/4-size Convertible Marching Tuba today!





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Convertible leadpipe design for use in concert and marching bands





The Jupiter JTU1000M convertible marching tuba isn’t just a cinch during halftime and various parades around the area. It’s outfitted with a convertible leadpipe for both concert and marching applications! During marching season, position the leadpipe so your performer can comfortably reach the mouthpiece with the tuba slung over their left shoulder. For winter concert band, simply move the leadpipe to its concert position, and the JTU1000M is ready to roll! A convertible tuba works wonders for band directors in need of economical instruments.





Lighter 3/4-size body makes marching a breeze





Some intermediate players will naturally struggle to control a full-sized marching tuba. With that in mind, it may be beneficial to start them out on a smaller horn. That’s why Sweetwater recommends the Jupiter JTU1000M convertible tuba. Its 3/4-sized yellow brass body is lighter and easier to handle on one shoulder than a pro-level 4/4-sized instrument. And once concert season rolls around again, you can assign this tuba to a younger student who needs a smaller tuba to learn on.





Jupiter: guaranteed through graduation





A staple in classrooms everywhere, Jupiter band instruments are beloved by music teachers for good reason. Since 1980, the company has built high-quality band instruments for students of every development level. Innovations such as the Waveline flute headjoint and the patented Ergonomic trombone are just two examples of the company’s player-centered design philosophy. Each Jupiter instrument is inspected for quality throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring that it can endure bumps and bruises as easily as it can navigate technical passages. Sweetwater believes that every student should have access to the rich musical culture that unites us all. And with Jupiter’s player-first focus, anyone is welcome to embark upon an exciting and fulfilling musical journey through high school graduation and beyond.





Jupiter JTU1000M Intermediate Convertible 3/4-size Left Shoulder Marching Tuba Features:


Intermediate left shoulder marching tuba


Convertible 0.661-bore leadpipe design enables use in marching and concert settings


14.4-inch bell projects the tone with authority


Yellow brass body creates a well-balanced tone


3/4-size body helps students gain greater control over the instrument


Clear lacquer finish gives the horn extra warmth


Stainless steel pistons stand up to punishment


Includes sturdy wheeled case