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Jupiter’s Top-of-the-line Marching Tuba





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Simply put, the JTU1101M is Jupiter’s finest marching tuba. A Quantum MK II series member, this professional marching tuba is pitched in BBb and carries useful appointments. The body and 21-inch bell are constructed from yellow brass ? a favorite at Sweetwater for its lush, classic tone. It has a thinner bell design that lessens weight and increases responsivity by orders of magnitude. This tuba comes loaded with three valves and stainless steel pistons. Better still, the JTU1101M also has a left-handed first valve tuning slide trigger for quick tuning adjustments. There’s also a nickel-silver mouthpiece receiver for an extra dose of tonal brilliance. Finally, this tuba ships to your doorstep dressed in its silver-plated Sunday best. If you’re looking to outfit your band with the best, be sure to consider a Jupiter JTU1101M Quantum MK II Professional Marching Tuba.





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Tuning slide trigger for quick adjustments





It goes without saying that playing in tune from top to bottom is a must at the advanced level. Jupiter equipped the JTU1101M Quantum MK II marching tuba with a first valve tuning slide trigger operated by the left hand. With this simple tuning slide trigger system, the performer can make minute intonation adjustments on the fly to keep the low end of your group in tune at all times. Best of all, the trigger’s ergonomic placement makes for comfortable adjustments, even during long rehearsals.





Built to last, season after season





Over their lifetime, marching instruments are subjected to use and abuse that would make their symphonic orchestra companions shudder in fear. Jupiter knows this, so the company’s designers equipped the JTU1101M with extra-durable appointments. This marching tuba comes with sturdy bracing to withstand light bumps and a performer’s “gentle” handling. Ultra-durable stainless steel pistons last through many a marching season with very little noticeable wear and tear.





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 JTU1101M Quantum MK II Professional Marching Tuba Features:


Professional-level left shoulder marching tuba in BBb


Lightweight 21-inch yellow brass bell provides stadium-shaking projection


0.689-inch bore delivers a deep, rounded tone


Left-hand tuning trigger for accurate intonation, regardless of the register


Extended range main tuning slide provides a greater tuning range


Nickel-silver mouthpiece receiver adds extra brilliance


Silver-plated finish boots projection and high-end


Includes a durable case with wheels