Model 281 F Marching Mellophone
The marching mellophone with a 10 1/2″ diameter bell and .460″ bore plays very open, and offers a dark, elegant sound with even response and great projection in all registers. Outstanding intonation on the Model 281 is achieved with our tune-any-note feature.
Also available with an 8″ diameter bell as the Model 275 Marching Alto.
MSRP $2,340 in lacquer finish, $2,620 in silverplate
Key: F
Bore: .460″
Bell: 10 1/2″ Diameter
Valves: Monel
Valve Guides: Plastic
Slides: Brass
Water Keys: Three Traditional
Intonation: Features Spring-Loaded Tune-Any-Note Slide
Finish: Bright Silver Plate
- Two Piece Bell
- Hand Lapped Pistons
- Top Sprung Pistons
- Lyre Holder
- Tune-Any-Note Slide
Part #: 40311
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Part #: 50821
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University of Minnesota

Marching Mello in Action