The 204MS/204M features a rich vibrant sound with excellent tonal projection. Yamaha R&D conducted extensive field tests with leading bands, and has redesigned the bracing for a more open 'free-blowing' feel. The overall balance has also been changed making it more comfortable to hold and play, while the slide configuration has been reworked improving both intonation and tone qualities.
Please refer to table below for specs.
Features
Well balanced
All Yamaha marching instruments as well-balanced, so they are easy to hold maneuver while marching.
Hand-fitted valves and slides
Hand-fitted ensures an absolutely perfect fit and seal between the valve pistons and casing or slide parts. Such a fit helps to achieve smooth air flow and smooth action, and improves the response and intonation of thee instrument.
Laser fused plasma-welded bells
A high-energy laser fuses the brass together for a virtually seamless bell, which results in continuous, even vibrations.
Pressure-formed tubing
The perfectly rounded tubing results in less turbulence and a smoother air flow, thus making possible an excellent scale and reduced resistance.
Heavy bracing
All Yamaha marching instruments have heavy bracing throughout, so they are more durable at vulnerable points and can withstand the rigors of use in a marching band.
1st valve thumbhook
All marching brass (except for the YEP-201M) feature a 1st valve thumbhoook for intonation adjustments.
Specs