B&S 3032/2-L Bb-Tenorhorn
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B&S
3032/2-L Bb-Tenorhorn
Product Info
Article Number:
126042
Brand:
B&S
Model:
3032/2-L Bb-Tenorhorn
Category:
Tenor Horns
Price:
$3,517.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The B&S 3032/2-L is a beautifully crafted tenor horn that sits incredibly well and produces a rich, professional sound. It's a fantastic choice for serious players, section leaders, and those seeking a step up from student models – especially those in brass bands or needing a powerful, warm tone.
Product Description
- B&S 3032/2-L Tenor Horn
- Tenor Horn 3032
- Oval design
- 3 Rotary valves
- Gold brass body
- bell & mouth pipe
- Bore size: Ø 14 mm
- Nickel silver interior and exterior
- 3B Joint system
- Bell: Ø 250 mm
- Including mouthpiece and backpack case
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Gold brass body delivers a warm, resonant, and focused tone.
- • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
- • 14mm bore provides excellent projection and ease of play across all registers.
- • 3B joint system promotes comfortable hand positions and fluid technique.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, placing it outside the reach of many student players.
- • Oval design might feel slightly less familiar to players accustomed to round horns.
- • Nickel silver exterior, while durable, requires careful polishing to prevent tarnish.
Product Video
Key Features
Key
Bb Tenorhorn
Bore Size
14 mm
Bell Size
250 mm
Material
Gold brass (body, bell, mouth pipe), Nickel silver (interior, exterior)
Valves
3 Rotary valves
Weight
Approximately 4.5 lbs (1.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gold brass offers a more complex and warmer tonal character compared to cheaper brass alloys, contributing to a richer and more nuanced sound, though it does require more diligent care to prevent oxidation.
While generally comfortable, the 3B system's ergonomics are best suited for players with average to larger hands; those with smaller hands might find it slightly less accommodating.
This Bb tenorhorn offers a significantly brighter and more projecting sound than an Eb tenorhorn, making it better suited for louder ensembles and solo performance; it's a different tonal palette entirely.
