E2 Euphonium
The Adams E2 euphonium is a real powerhouse. This wide built euphonium is made of heavier material, is equipped with a heavier valve block and a larger 310 mm bell with soldered rim.
The result is a handcrafted instrument that feels compact, extremely focussed, and with a lot of core at the moment you play it. If you are looking for a heavier and focussed instrument, the Adams E2 is definately your instrument.
Specifications E2 euphonium
Key: Bb
Bell and finish: 0.80 yellow brass (silver plated), hand-hammered from sheet metal
Diameter: 310 mm (12.2”)
Valves: 4 compensating valves (3+1), stainless steel with nylon guides
Bore: 1st, 2nd, 3th valve: 15 mm / 4th valve: 16 mm
Leadpipe: Yellow brass, hand-hammered from sheet metal
Trigger: Optional Carbon Trigger System on main tuning slide
Waterkeys: 3
Case: Included
Outfit: Valve oil, slide grease, cleaning cloth, removable watercatcher, 4th valve lock
Special features: Adjustable gap receiver, all conical parts hand-hammered from sheet metal
Your choice of mouthpiece is extremely personal and very important for playing pleasure. That is why we do not supply a standard mouthpiece with our instruments.
The instrument is only available with a 0.80 gauge bell in both the standard Selected Model and custom built versions. The E2 has heavy caps and struts, four reinforced compensated valves and supports, a 310 mm diameter soldered yellow brass bell for players who are looking for a heavier instrument, and equipped with the patented Adjustable Gap Receiver. Because of the heavier weight, the instrument has more resistance than our other euphoniums.
A fully handmade instrument
To claim each instrument is handcrafted is a prodigious understatement. We are proud to be one of the few manufacturers in the world who master this craftsmanship. Driven only by perfection, each part is brought to life by the hands of our incredible instrument artisans.
The bell and body parts of our instruments are carfully made from sheet metal, assuring extreme hardness of the material, besides very thin and uniform wall thicknesses. Qualities that can't be achieved with the hydroforming technique used to produce cheaper instruments found in the market. Do you also opt for quality?
Unparalleled valve manufacturing
Made in the tradition of the legendary Bauerfeind valves, Adams valves are made from stainless steel for fast action and long-lasting durability. All valves begin with hand soldered brass valve ports and are finished on CNC grinding machines to tolerances of .005 mm, the tightest manufactured valve blocks in the industry. Experience the impact of these specifications on your playing comfort.
Adjustable Gap Receiver - Optimized playability
Every Adams euphonium is equipped with our patented Adjustable Gap Receiver (AGR), empowering you to fine-tune the instrument’s response and resistance to match your exact preferences. Whether you desire lightning-fast responsiveness or a more controlled, resistant feel, the AGR ensures that your euphonium plays exactly the way you want it to. Discover the perfect configuration tailored to your unique playing style.
Carbon Trigger System
The patent-pending Adams Carbon Trigger System offers an unparalleled smooth trigger action and a significant improvement in sound quality for those who require a trigger on their instrument. Thanks to the use of carbon fibre, we can integrate the trigger legs more precisely into the instrument, minimizing air loss while ensuring smoother trigger movement than ever before. The system also reduces metal resonances in a maximally resonant instrument, and less friction means reduced wear. The result is effortless playability, with more easily centered notes and an enriched overtone spectrum. After years of research and countless play-tests, this innovative trigger system is now available for you.
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You are not average
Some people like a warmer sound. Some not. Some people have huge lung capacity. Some have not. Some people like engravings. Some do not. Some people need more playing resistance. Some don't. These are extremely personal factors that can affect an instruments design.
The Adams instrument builders like to go beyond expectations. With an in-house development and production, this means that we can fully customize your instrument. Compiled according to your personal preferences.
Do you want to know more about the Adams Custom instruments? Contact us and discover the possibilities.
Customization options E2
Brass: 0.80 mm
Goldbrass: 0.80 mm
Sterling silver: 0.60 mm
Available bell diameters
310 mm
Available finishes
Silver plated: high gloss - high gloss with gold lacquer accents - brushed - satin
Lacquered: high gloss - satin - gold
Brushed lacquered
Antique
Gold plated: high gloss - brushed - satin
Raw brass
Additional options
Trigger (with or without belly guard)
Engraving
Extra set of finger buttons with choice of inlays
Download below the overview in PDF of the custom options for euphonium and tuba.
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