{"product_id":"willson-k56s-k-series-4-valve-compensating-euphonium-in-silver-plate-sn-wk1047","title":"Willson K56S K-Series 4-Valve Compensating Euphonium in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWillson K56S Euphonium Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Willson K56S K-Series is a Bb compensating euphonium built for players who need a serious step-up instrument with the response, intonation support, and tonal breadth expected from a 4-valve compensating design. Willson euphoniums are well regarded among advancing brass players, band directors, and low-brass specialists for their centered feel and dependable construction, and the K56S places that design approach in a silver-plated K-Series format. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWillson K56S Euphonium Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem: Compensating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .590 in (15 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 11.5 in (290 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: 3 stainless steel top-action pistons plus 1 side piston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe backpack case with shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Laskey 59D mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: WK1047\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis never-owned euphonium is in excellent working order and has been professionally inspected, prepared, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The silver-plated finish is clean and bright, with only light handling marks visible on reflective areas. The instrument presents as a well-kept showroom instrument and includes its fitted case, Laskey 59D mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth, and shoulder strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the K56S Euphonium Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K56S is a strong fit for advancing euphonium players, serious school ensemble musicians, community band performers, and doublers who want the advantages of a compensating Bb euphonium without moving into Willson's highest-priced professional series. Its large-bore compensating design supports a broad, centered sound and secure low-register facility, making it appropriate for concert band, brass band, solo study, and low-brass section work where intonation and response matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Willson K56S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the compensating system benefit euphonium players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compensating euphonium adds corrective tubing through the fourth-valve system, helping improve pitch accuracy in the low register and extended valve combinations. This is especially useful for advanced ensemble literature and solo passages that spend time below the staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the K56S fit within Willson's euphonium lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K56S sits in Willson's K-Series, above the A-Series rental models and below the Q-Series and Swiss Pro models in the current Willson catalog structure. It is intended for players who want a capable compensating euphonium with serious playing features in a more accessible Willson platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the large-bore design matter on this euphonium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe .590 in bore gives the K56S the air capacity expected from a full compensating euphonium while remaining manageable for advancing players. It supports a broad low-brass tone, stable response, and enough projection for ensemble use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/WillsonLogo\/WillsonLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/WillsonLogo\/WillsonLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"Willson Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Willson dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53582882832749,"sku":"WEUK56S-WK1047","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Willson-K56S-K-Series-4-Valve-Compensating-Euphonium-in-Silver-Plate.jpg?v=1784629638","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/willson-k56s-k-series-4-valve-compensating-euphonium-in-silver-plate-sn-wk1047","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}