The 590 Quad Valve University Model Sousaphones
The Jupiter Advantage
Large bore sousaphones have long been considered the ideal choice among highly competitive high school and university level bands. Their big, powerful presence on the field delivers the increased bass support desired by many band directors. To provide the faster action required to more easily play the intricate parts at this level, some popular models feature modified valves that shorten the distance the pistons travel allowing the player to easily play faster passages. This faster action, however, does not address the intonation issues inherent in all three valve background horns. In addition, most models are far out of the reach of most school budgets. More and more bands must look for older refurbished models because they cannot afford new ones.
The 'Quad Valve' Solution
Jupiter has equipped the new 590 Quad Valve University model large bore sousaphone with four valves. Taking a lesson from the concert tuba, four valves provide a more exacting intonation than three valves - even if the fourth valve is not utilized and the sousaphone is played using three valves at its most basic level. In addition to extending the lower register, the quad valve system provides the player with more fingering options. These options facilitate quicker, more precise playing than shortened three valve models. Configured in a professional style front action cluster, the 590 also provides players with a seamless transition back to four valve concert instruments. The quality sound and ease of playability offer added dimension to musical arrangements, especially contemporary scores of show tunes and jazz.
Large Bore, Fast Action, Powerful Sound, Comfortable Feel
True to Jupiter's commitment to provide quality horns at an outstanding value, the 590 Quad Valve University model sousaphone offers the combined benefits of a large .736" bore for "big sound", professional tuba-style contoured four valve cluster for comfortable, tension-free playing, two sets of multi-angled tuning bits to accommodate individual player comfort, better intonation offered by four valves, more fingering options for better facility, and a sturdy molded case with wheels, more economically than competitors' three valve models without a case!