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This document is a detailed product specification worksheet for a federal contract opportunity related to the purchase of musical instruments and accessories for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).
The specification worksheet provides a comprehensive list of required woodwind, brass, percussion, bowed-string, plucked-string, and keyboard instruments, as well as Orff instruments such as xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels. For each instrument category, the worksheet specifies detailed requirements for product features, construction materials, finishes, and accessories at both beginner and intermediate performance levels. Relevant product examples are also included. The worksheet indicates that certain Yamaha brand instruments will be procured on a sole source basis. The associated federal contract opportunity, Solicitation Number HE125424R4000, is for the establishment of Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) to support the purchase, shipping, and delivery of the required musical equipment for DoDEA schools.
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HE125424R4000-Specifications
| DoDEA Musical Instruments and Accessories Specification Worksheet | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0001 | Woodwind Instruments and Cases |
| Level 1 Piccolo YPC-32 | |
| Level 1 Flute YFL-222 | |
| Level 1 Oboe YOB-241 | |
| Level 1 B Flat Soprano Clarinet YCL-255 | |
| Level 1 Bass Clarinet YCL-221II | |
| Level 1 Soprano Saxophone YSS-475II | |
| Level 1 Alto Saxophone YAS-26 | |
| Level 1 Tenor Saxophone YTS-26 | |
| Level 1 Baritone Saxophone YBS-480 | |
| Level 2 Piccolo YPC-62 | |
| Level 2 Flute YFL-482HY | |
| Level 2 B Flat Soprano Clarinet YCL-450NM | |
| Level 2 E Flat Alto Clarinet YCL-631II | |
| Level 2 Bass Clarinet YCL-622II | |
| Level 2 Alto Saxophone YAS-480 | |
| Level 2 Tenor Saxophone YTS-480 | |
| Level 2 Baritone Saxophone YBS-62II | |
| Case for Piccolo | |
| Case for Concert Flute | |
| Case for Oboe | |
| Case for English Horn | |
| Case for B Flat Soprano Clarinet | |
| Case for E Flat Alto Clarinet | |
| Case for Bass Clarinet | |
| Case for Soprano Saxophone | |
| Case for Alto Saxophone | |
| Case for Tenor Saxophone | |
| Case for Bassoon | |
| Case for Baritone Saxophone | |
| Woodwind Instrument and Cases | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0002 | Brass Instruments and Cases |
| Level 1 B flat Trumpet YTR-2330 | |
| Level 1 B Flat Flugelhorn YFH-631G | |
| Level 1 French Horn Single YHR-314II F | |
| Level 1 French Horn Double YHR-567 | |
| Level 1 Tenor Trombone YSL-354C | |
| Level 1 Euphonium YEP-201 | |
| Level 1 3/4 Tuba YBB-105WC | |
| Level 1 4/4 Tuba YBB-321 | |
| Level 1 Mellophone YMP-204MS | |
| Level 1 Marching Baritone YBH-301M | |
| Level 1 Sousaphone YSH-301 | |
| Level 2 B Flat Trumpet YTR-4335GSII | |
| Level 2 French Horn Double YHR-668II | |
| Level 2 Tenor Trombone YSL-448G | |
| Level 2 Euphonium YEP-321 | |
| Level 2 Sousaphone YSH-411WC | |
| Case for Bb Trumpet | |
| Case for Bb Flugelhorn | |
| Case for Single Horn in F | |
| Case for Double Horn in F/Bb | |
| Case for Tenor Trombone | |
| Case for Bass Trombone | |
| Case for Euphonium | |
| Case for Mellophone | |
| Case for Marching Baritone | |
| Case for 3/4 Tuba | |
| Case for 4/4 Tuba | |
| Case for Sousaphone | |
| Brass Instrument and Cases | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0003 | Percussion Instruments |
| Concert Bass Drum with Heavy Duty Stand | |
| Snare Drum, Concert 4" | |
| Snare Drum, Concert 5" | |
| Timpani, Beginning; including 20”, 23”, 26”, 29”, and 32” with tuning gauges | |
| Timpani, Intermediate; including 20”, 23”, 26”, 29”, and 32” with tuning gauges | |
| Concert Toms ; including 10", 12", 13", and 14" | |
| Drum Set 5-piece with hardware | |
| Cymbal Pack for the Drum Set | |
| Student Educational Bell Kit | |
| Xylophone with Heavy Duty Cart | |
| Xylophone | |
| Concert Bells with Heavy Duty Cart | |
| Concert Bells with Low F | |
| Marimba with Heavy Duty Cart | |
| Marimba | |
| Concert Chimes | |
| Vibraphone | |
| Percussion Instrument | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0004 | Bowed-String Instruments and Accessories |
| Level 1 Violin, including full, 3/4, and 1/2 sizes | |
| Level 1 Viola, including sizes ranging from 12in to 16in in half-inch increments | |
| Level 1 Cello, including full, 3/4, and 1/2 sizes | |
| Level 1 Double Bass, including 3/4, 1/2, and 1/4 sizes and options for a French or German bow | |
| Level 2 Violin, including full, 3/4, and 1/2 sizes | |
| Level 2 Viola, including sizes ranging from 12in to 16in in half-inch increments | |
| Level 2 Cello, including full, 3/4, and 1/2 sizes | |
| Level 2 Double Bass, including 3/4, 1/2, and 1/4 sizes and options for a French or German bow | |
| Fiberglass Violin Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized violins. | |
| Fiberglass Viola Bow to pair with viola sizes ranging from 12 inches to 16 inches in half-inch increments. | |
| Fiberglass Cello Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized cellos. | |
| Fiberglass Double Bass French Bow to include ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes. | |
| Fiberglass Double Bass German Bow to include ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes. | |
| Carbon-Fiber Violin Bow to pair with full-sized violins | |
| Carbon-Fiber Viola Bow: To pair with viola sizes ranging from 15 inches and beyond in half-inch increments | |
| Carbon-Fiber Cello Bow: To pair with full-sized cellos | |
| Carbon-Fiber Double Bass French Bow: To pair with ¾-sized double basses | |
| Carbon-Fiber Double Bass German Bow: To pair with ¾-sized double basses | |
| Pernambuco Wood Violin Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized violins. | |
| Pernambuco Wood Viola Bow to pair with viola sizes ranging from 15 inches and beyond in half-inch increments. | |
| Pernambuco Wood Cello Bow to pair with full-sized cellos. | |
| Pernambuco Wood Double Bass French Bow to pair with ¾-sized double basses. | |
| Pernambuco Wood Double Bass German Bow: To pair with ¾-sized double basses. | |
| Hard Case, Violin to include options to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized violins | |
| Hard Case, Viola to include options to fit a range of viola sizes from 12 inches and higher in half-inch increments. | |
| Hard Case, Cello to include options to fit full-sized cellos. | |
| Soft Case, Cello to include options to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized cellos. | |
| Soft Case, Double Bass to include options to fit ¾-. and ½, and ¼-sized double basses. | |
| Rosin, Light | |
| Rosin, Dark | |
| Rosin, Double Bass | |
| Shoulder Rest, Violin to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized violins | |
| Shoulder Rest, Viola to fit a range of viola sizes from 12 inches to 16 inches in half-inch increments. | |
| Shoulder Rest, Foam Sponge: to fit violin and viola. | |
| Endpin Stop | |
| Cello Endpin Anchor Strap | |
| Double Bass Endpin Anchor Strap | |
| Mute, Violin | |
| Mute, Viola | |
| Mute, Cello | |
| Mute, Double Bass | |
| Practice Mute, Violin | |
| Practice Mute, Viola | |
| Practice Mute, Cello | |
| Practice Mute, Double Bass | |
| Strings, Violin to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized violins | |
| Strings, Viola to include sizes ranging from 12 inches to 16 inches in half-inch increments. | |
| Strings, Cello to include full, ¾, and ½ sizes. | |
| Strings, Double Bass to include ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes. | |
| Humidifier for Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass | |
| Instrument Cleaning Cloth | |
| Bowed-String Instruments and Accessories | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0005 | Plucked-String Instruments |
| Soprano Ukulele | |
| Concert Ukulele | |
| Tenor Ukulele | |
| Baritone Ukulele | |
| Acoustic Guitars to include full and ¾ size. | |
| Classical Guitars to include full and ¾ size. | |
| Ukulele Case | |
| Case for Acoustic Guitar | |
| Case for Classical Guitar | |
| Ukulele Strings | |
| Acoustic Guitar Strings | |
| Classical Guitar Strings | |
| Guitar Foot Stool | |
| Guitar Picks Set minimum of 10 per set | |
| Ukulele Storage, Rack with Wheels | |
| Ukulele Storage, Light Rack | |
| Guitar Storage Rack with Wheels | |
| Plucked-String Instruments | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0006 | Orff Instruments and Accessories |
| Wood Soprano Orff Xylophone | |
| Wood Alto Orff Xylophone | |
| Wood Tenor-Alto Orff Xylophone | |
| Wood Bass Orff Xylophone | |
| Wood Deep Bass Orff Xylophone | |
| Wood Bass Resonator Bars | |
| Wood Contrabass Resonator Bars | |
| Fiberglass Soprano Orff Xylophone | |
| Fiberglass Tenor-Alto Orff Xylophone | |
| Fiberglass Bass Orff-Xylophone | |
| Fiberglass Deep Bass Orff Xylophone | |
| Colored Fiberglass Soprano Orff Xylophone | |
| Colored Fiberglass Alto Orff Xylophone | |
| Colored Fiberglass Bass Orff Xylophone | |
| Soprano Orff Metallophone | |
| Tenor-Alto Orff Metallophone | |
| Deep Bass Orff Metallphone | |
| Soprano Orff Glockenspiel | |
| Tenor-Alto Orff Glockenspiel | |
| Stand for Soprano, Alto, and Tenor-Alto Orff Xylophone | |
| Stand for Orff Bass Xylophone | |
| Mobile Orff Stand | |
| Orff Instruments and Accessories | |
| Contract Line Item Number (CLINS) 0007 | Keyboard Instruments |
| Digital Piano | |
| Portable Digital Piano | |
| Mini Keyboard | |
| Keyboard Instruments |
Woodwind Instruments
| Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Piccolo | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a Matte ABS resin body. The headjoint shall be silver-plated nickel silver and feature a conical bore. The keywork shall have concave contoured ribbed key post construction, a split-E mechanism, silver- plated keys and come with stainless steel springs. An example is the Yamaha YPC-32 Student Piccolo or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a seasoned Grenadilla body. The headjoint shall be Grenadilla and feature a conical bore. The keywork shall have concave contoured ribbed key post construction, a split-E mechanism, silver plated keys and come with stainless steel springs. The keys shall be hand assembled and the tone holes shall be undercut. An example is Yamaha YPC-62 Piccolo or equivalent. |
| It shall include a hardshell case. | It shall include a hardshell case. |
| Concert Flute | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a solid nickel silver construction with a silver-plated finish, a Type CY, silver-plated headjoint or equivalent and drawn tone holes. It shall include French-style pointed key arms, closed-hole construction and an offset G key system. An example is the Yamaha YFL-222 Student Flute or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature solid sterling silver construction, a Type CY, sterling silver headjoint or equivalent and drawn tone holes. It shall include French-style pointed key arms, French (open hole) hand-assembled keys silver-plated keys and Traditional inline key system. It shall include a B foot joint with gizmo key to extend the low range of the flute. An example is the Yamaha YFL-482HY or equivalent. |
| It shall include a hardshell case. | It shall include a hardshell case with carrying bag. |
| Oboe | |
| The Level 1 shall feature an ABS resin body, barrel, and bell in a matte finish and an American style bore. The keys shall be a simplified conservatory system with semiautomatic octave keys, include C#-D#; F#-G#; A#-B; B-C#; C-D Trill keys and be silver-plated nickel silver construction. It shall have undercut tone holes and stainless-steel springs. An example of an appropriate Level 1 Oboe is the Yamaha YOB-241 Student Oboe or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a plastic resin or grenadilla body. The keys shall be a modified conservatory system with semiautomatic octave keys, include Ab-Bb, G#-A, C-D, B-C# Trill Keys, include Left-hand F, Low Bb, B Tab, F# Tab, F Resonance Mechanism, Solid C# Mechanism keys and be silver-plated construction. It shall include Cork/ Bladder Pads and Stainless steel arbors and wire springs and Teflon-tipped stainless steel adjusting screws. An example is the Fox Renard Protégé 333 Intermediate Oboe with Modified Conservatory System or equivalent. |
| It shall include a hardshell case. | It shall include a hardshell case. |
| English Horn | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a high-quality plastic resin body or grenadilla. The keywork shall be modified conservatory key system with silver-plated keys that include split plate half hole, left-hand F, F# key tab, F resonance mechanism, B tab, articulated C# mechanism, and open-hole A, E, and D keys and feature Ab–Bb; G#–A; C–D; B–C#; low C–C# trill keys. An example is the Fox Renard Artist Model 555 Student English Horn Modified Conservatory System or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a hardshell case. | |
| B Flat Soprano Clarinet | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a matte ABS resin body or equivalent. The keywork shall be Boehm system and include 17 keys, 6 rings. The keys shall have nickel-plated construction and come with Valentino or equivalent synthetic pads. It shall include a barrel with a 65mm bore, feature Tone Holes with a straight inset and tapered undercut and shall come with stainless steel springs installed. An example is the Yamaha YCL-255 or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a Grenadilla body with an injection molded abs bore or solid Grenadilla body. The keywork shall be Boehm system and include 17 keys, 6 rings. The keys shall be of solid nickel silver construction with or without nickel or silver plating. It shall come with either Valentino synthetic pads or Lucien deluxe double skin pads. It shall include a barrel with a 65mm bore, feature Tone Holes with a straight inset and tapered undercut and shall come with Blued Steel Needle springs installed. Examples are the Yamaha YCL-450NM Duet+ Intermediate Clarinet, Yamaha YCL-450N Intermediate Clarinet or equivalent. |
| It shall include a beginner-friendly 4C mouthpiece or equivalent and a case with plush lining for storage and transport. | It shall include a 4C mouthpiece or equivalent and a case with plush lining for storage and transport. |
| E Flat Alto Clarinet | |
| The Level 1 shall include a ABS Composite body with a 0.709" bore. It shall feature nickel plated keys, bell and neck. An example is the Leblanc L7165 Professional Eb Alto Clarinet. | The Level 2 shall feature a seasoned Grenadilla wood body, Boehm fingering system with 19 keys including seven covered finger holes, straight tone holes with tapered undercut and an optional floor peg. It shall feature silver-plated keys with leather Pisoni pads. An example is the Yamaha YCL-631II Professional Eb Alto Clarinet with silver-plated keys or equivalent. |
| It shall include a suitable mouthpiece and case. | It shall include a suitable 4C mouthpiece or similar and suitable hard-shell case. |
| Bass Clarinet | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a Matte 2-piece ABS resin body or equivalent. The keywork shall be the Boehm fingering system with 20 keys, including 7 covered finger holes. The keys shall be of solid nickel construction with nickel or silver plating and tan leather pads featuring plastic resonators. It shall include nickel-plated nickel silver neck and bell. It shall feature a molded bore, straight tone holes and come with blued needle springs installed. An example is the Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bass Clarinet or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a Grenadilla body or equivalent. The keywork shall be the Boehm fingering system with 24 keys, including seven covered finger holes. The keys shall be of silver-plated nickel silver construction and come with white leather pads and feature metal resonators. It shall include a silver-plated nickel silver barrel and bell and feature straight tone holes with tapered undercut to ensure even intonation and heightened responsiveness and come with blued needle springs installed. An example is the Yamaha YCL-622 II Professional Bb Bass Clarinet or similar. |
| It shall include a 4C mouthpiece or equivalent and a compact school-bus-friendly carrying case. | It shall include a 4C mouthpiece or equivalent and a compact school-bus-friendly carrying case. |
| Bassoon | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a body made from molded polypropylene with a white synthetic ivory bell ring. They keywork shall be a full German key system with silver-plated keys, include a short-reach plateau key for the left-hand ring finger; rollers for the right little finger F and Ab; left little finger Eb and Db. An example is the Fox Renard Model 41 Student Bassoon - Full German System or equivalent. | The Level 2 Bassoon shall feature a body made from carefully selected and cured maple, the wing and small bore of the boot shall line to prevent damage caused by moisture buildup and it shall include nickel-silver water tubes extending into the bore to prevent moisture from accumulating in the tone holes. The keywork shall be full German key system with silver-plated keys, have a High D key, include right little finger F-Ab, left little finger Eb-Db keys and feature short-reach left-hand 3rd finger plateau keys. An example is the Fox Renard Model 222 or equivalent. |
| It shall include a 2 C bocals, a hand rest, a neck strap, a seat strap, care cloth, and microfiber wing and boot swabs, and a case. | It shall include a 2 C bocals #2 and #3 in length, a hand rest, a neck strap, a seat strap, care cloth, and microfiber wing and boot swabs, and a case. |
| Soprano Saxophone | |
| The Level 1 shall have a 2-piece drawn body and separate rib construction and a straight, and a 1-piece neck. The keywork shall include a custom-style Bb spatula key, High F#, Front F keys, bullet point pivot screws for easy adjustment and blue needle springs. An example is Yamaha YSS-475II Intermediate Soprano Saxophone or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a hardshell case and a 4C or equivalent mouthpiece. | |
| Alto Saxophone | |
| Level 1 shall feature a post-to-body construction and yellow brass body construction. The keywork shall be nickel-plated for durability and wear-resistance, include an improved low B–C# connection mechanism, include an auxiliary front F Key and feature stainless steel springs. The tone holes shall be drawn, come with an adjustable thumb rest and feature leather & wool felt pads with plastic tone boosters. An example is the YAS-26 Student Alto Saxophone or equivalent. | Level 2 shall feature a post-to-body construction and yellow brass body construction. The neck shall be 62-style with narrower bore taper for optimum tone and response. The finish shall be gold lacquer. The keywork shall be lacquered brass, include an auxiliary High F#, Front F, have an improved low B–C# connection mechanism, include a left-hand seesaw key for optimized playability and feature stainless steel springs. The tone holes shall be drawn, include separate key guards with adjustable screw cap stoppers for pro-style adjustments and feature a hand engraved bell. An example is the Yamaha YAS-480 Intermediate Alto Saxophone or equivalent. |
| It shall include a hardshell case and 4C or equivalent mouthpiece. | It shall include a hardshell case and 4C or equivalent mouthpiece. |
| Tenor Saxophone | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a post-to-body construction and yellow brass body construction. The keywork shall be nickel-plated for durability and wear-resistance, include an improved low B–C# connection mechanism, include an auxiliary front F Key and feature stainless steel springs. The tone holes shall be drawn, come with an adjustable thumb rest and feature leather & wool felt pads with plastic tone boosters. An example is the YTS-26 Student Tenor Saxophone or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a hardshell case and 4C or equivalent mouthpiece. | |
| Baritone Saxophone | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a post-to-body construction and yellow brass body construction. It shall feature a hydro-formed 62 neck with narrower bore taper for optimum tone and response, a shorter 2-piece bell for improved low-note intonation, and a receiver for optional peg to help support the weight of the instrument. The finish shall be gold lacquer; the keywork shall be brass construction and feature Low A, Front F keys. An example is the Yamaha YBS-480 Intermediate Baritone Saxophone or equivalent. | The Level 2 feature a post-to-rib construction and premium yellow brass body construction. It shall feature a hydro-formed 62 neck with narrower bore taper for optimum tone and response, a shorter 2-piece bell for improved low-note intonation, and a receiver for optional peg to help support the weight of the instrument. The finish shall be gold lacquer; the keywork shall be brass construction and feature Low A, Front F, and High F# keys. It shall include hard steel needle springs and a hand engraved bell. An example is the Yamaha YBS-62II Professional Baritone Saxophone or equivalent. |
It shall include a hardshell case and 5C or equivalent mouthpiece. It shall include a hardshell case and 5C or equivalent mouthpiece.
| Woodwind Cases | |
| Item | Description |
| Piccolo | Hardshell, compact, case with plush interior. |
| Concert Flute | Hardshell, compact, case with plush interior with a form-fitting carrying bag. |
| Oboe | Form-fitted, deep plush lining, aluminum valance, through-bolted handle, chrome hardware, lockable, shoulder strap rings. |
| English Horn | |
| B Flat Soprano Clarinet | |
| E Flat Alto Clarinet | |
| Bass Clarinet | |
| Soprano Saxophone | |
| Alto Saxophone | |
| Tenor Saxophone | |
| Bassoon | Lightweight molded case, vacuum formed material, plush lining, trigger- release latches, TSA locks, bumper protection. |
Brass Instruments
| Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Bb Trumpet | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a lightweight 2-piece, 4.9-inch yellow brass bell to facilitate correct playing position, a gold brass alloy lead pipe and a gold epoxy lacquer finish. It shall feature a medium-large, 0.459" bore, have valves constructed of rugged Monel alloy, and an adjustable 3rd valve slide ring. An example is the Yamaha YTR-2330 Trumpet or equivalent. | The Level shall feature a lightweight 2-piece, 4.9-inch gold or yellow brass bell to facilitate correct playing position, a gold brass alloy lead pipe and either a gold epoxy lacquer or silver-plated finish. It shall feature a medium-large, 0.459" bore, have valves constructed of rugged Monel alloy, and a fixed 3rd valve slide ring. It shall be of intermediate to professional quality. Examples are the Yamaha YTR-4335GSII Intermediate Bb Trumpet - Silver-plated, Bach 180S37 Stradivarius Professional Bb Trumpet or Yamaha YTR-8335 Zeno or equivalent. |
| The Level 1 Bb Trumpet shall also include a hard case and a TR-11B4 mouthpiece or equivalent. | It shall include a hard case and a TR-11B4 mouth-piece or equivalent. |
| Bb Flugelhorn | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 6” 2-piece gold brass alloy bell, be of medium weight, have a .433” bore and have either a clear lacquered or silver-plated finish. The pistons shall be made of Monel. An example is Yamaha YFH-631G Professional Bb Flugelhorn - Silver-plated with Gold Brass Bell or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a hard case and a FH-11F4 mouth-piece or equivalent. | |
| Single Horn in F | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a fixed 12” yellow brass bell, a 12mm/.472” bore, feature a clear lacquered finish and solid rotors. An example is the Yamaha YHR-314II F - French Horn or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a hard case and 32C4 mouthpiece or equivalent. | |
| Double Horn in F/Bb | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 12.125-inch yellow brass bell, a tapered gold brass alloy lead pipe, and a Geyer Wrap construction. The bell can be either fixed or detachable. It shall include high-quality nickel-silver slides and tapered valves, an adjustable 4th rotor thumb lever for added playing comfort, and a clear lacquer finish. An example is the Yamaha YHR-567 Intermediate Double French Horn or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature an annealed 12.12-inch yellow brass detachable bell and shall be of hammered large-throat dimensions. It shall additionally include a 0.472" bore, a Kruspe style wrap, Tapered, hand-lapped rotary valves and a clear lacquer finish. An example is the Yamaha YHR-668 II Professional Double French Horn or equivalent. |
| It shall include a plastic shell case and 32C4 mouth-piece or equivalent. | It shall include a compact case and 30D4 mouth-piece or equivalent. |
| Tenor Trombone | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 2-piece, 8-inch, yellow brass bell, durable construction, a 0.500-inch bore, a yellow brass outer slide, a plated nickel silver inner slide, and a detachable counterweight. It shall have a gold lacquer finish. An example is the Yamaha YSL-354C Student Trombone - Gold Lacquer or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a 8.5", 2-piece gold brass alloy bell, either a .525” or .547” bore, a traditional wrap F-Attachment and feature a clear lacquer finish. It shall have a chrome-plated nickel silver inner slide, a hand-lapped tapered rotor and a yellow brass lead pipe. Examples are Yamaha YSL-448G Intermediate Trombone - F-Attachment - Clear Lacquer - Gold Brass Bell or the YSL-446G or equivalent. |
| It shall include a durable case and SL-48S mouth-piece or equivalent. | It shall include a durable case and L48 mouthpiece or equivalent. |
| Bass Trombone | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 9.5-inch gold or yellow brass bell, large 0.563-inch bore, dependent or independent F and Eb attachments, two tapered hand-lapped rotors and a chrome-plated nickel silver inner slide tubes. It shall feature a lacquered finish and a large shank mouthpiece receiver. The D slide is preferred but is not required. Examples are the Bach 50B2O Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone, Yamaha YBL-620G Professional Bass Trombone and C.G. Conn 112H Professional Bass Trombone or equivalent. | N/A |
It shall include a durable case and a 5G or a 58 mouthpiece or equivalent.
| Euphonium | |
| The Level 1 shall feature an upright 11-inch yellow brass bell, a lightweight yellow brass body, and a gold brass alloy lead pipe. It shall include top action nickel-plated pistons with a yellow brass valve casing, a 0.571" and feature a clear lacquer finish. An example the Yamaha YEP-201 3-valve Student Euphonium - Clear Lacquer or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature an upright 11-inch yellow brass bell, a yellow brass body, Nickel-plated Top Pistons and a 0.571-0.610" bore. It shall include a small shank lead pipe and have a clear lacquer finish. An example is the Yamaha YEP-321 4-valve Intermediate Euphonium - clear lacquer or equivalent. |
| It shall include a durable case and 48 mouthpiece or equivalent. | It shall include a durable case and 48 mouthpiece or equivalent. |
| 3/4 Tuba | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 14.375” yellow brass Germany style bell, a gold brass alloy lead pipe, a .661” Bore and 3 top-action nickel plated pistons. An example is the Yamaha YBB-105WC Student BBb Tuba - 3/4-size, Lacquer or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a durable case and #67 mouthpiece or equivalent. | |
| 4/4 Tuba | |
| The Level 1 shall feature an upright 17.5" yellow brass bell, yellow brass body, a 4-valve cluster 0.728” Bore and 3 top-action nickel plated pistons. It shall include a removable nest and feature a clear lacquer finish. An example is the Yamaha YBB-321 BBb Intermediate Tuba - Lacquer or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a upright 17.7" yellow brass bell, a nickel silver or rose brass lead pipe with a 0.768-inch bore, 4 Rotary valve with the 3B linkage system and a clear lacquer finish. An example is the Meinl Weston Model 25 BBb Tuba or equivalent rotary valve tuba. |
| It shall include a durable case and #67 mouthpiece or equivalent. | It shall include a durable case and #67 mouthpiece or equivalent. |
| Mellophone | |
| The Level 1 shall be a high-quality marching instrument pitched in F including a laser-fused 10-inch yellow brass bell, a gold brass alloy lead pipe, heavy bracing, a 1st valve thumb hook and feature a silver-plated or lacquered finish. The valves shall be of nickel-plated nickel construction. An example is the Yamaha YMP-204MS Marching Mellophone or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a sturdy case and MP-14F4 mouth-piece or equivalent. | |
| Marching Baritone | |
| Level 1 shall feature a laser-fused, 10-inch yellow brass bell, heavy bracing, 1st valve thumb hook and a corrosion resistant yellow brass lead pipe. The valves shall be of nickel-plated nickel construction and can be of either lacquer or silver-plated finish. An example is the Yamaha YBH-301M Marching Baritone or equivalent. | N/A |
| It shall include a durable case and a BH-48L mouth-piece or equivalent. | |
| Sousaphone | |
| The Level 1 shall feature a 26.12" front facing bell constructed from an ABS resin, a body constructed from fiberglass reinforced plastic, three top action nickel-plated pistons in brass casings and 0.728-inch bore. It shall include a lacquered finish on the brass valve nest and lead pipe. An example is the YSH-301 Fiberglass Sousaphone or equivalent. | The Level 2 shall feature a 26 1/8" front facing bell constructed from yellow brass, a body constructed from yellow brass, three top action nickel-plated pistons in brass casings and 0.728-inch bore. It shall include a clear epoxy lacquered finish. An example is the Yamaha YSH-411WC Series Brass BBb Lacquer Sousaphone or equivalent. |
It shall include a 67C4 mouthpiece or equivalent and an appropriate case. It shall include a 67C4 mouthpiece or equivalent and a hard shell case.
| Brass Cases | |
| Item | Description |
| Bb Trumpet | Form fitted, deep plush lining, aluminum valance, through-bolted handle, chrome hardware, lockable, shoulder strap rings. |
| Bb Flugelhorn | |
| Single Horn in F | |
| Double Horn in F/Bb | |
| Tenor Trombone | |
| Bass Trombone | |
| Euphonium | |
| Mellophone | |
| Marching Baritone | |
| 3/4 Tuba | Lightweight molded case, vacuum-formed material, deep plush lining, trigger release latches, TSA locks, bumper protection. |
Percussion
| Concert Bass Drum |
| With Heavy Duty Stand |
| Have dimensions of 36"x18" with a shell made of 9-ply birch wood and is die-molded and cross-laminated. Hoops shall be all-wood, and lugs shall be self-aligning. Stand shall feature large plastic or rubber wheels for ease of transport over a variety of terrains. An example is the Ludwig LE788 or equivalent. |
| Snare Drum, Concert 4" |
| Have dimensions of 14" x 4" with a shell made of multiple-ply maple wood with die cast hoops, graduated tension snare assembly, silent strainer, and stainless-steel rods. Brown finish is preferred. An example is the Pearl PHP-1440/N314 or equivalent. |
| Snare Drum, Concert 5" |
| Have dimensions of 14”x5” with a shell made of multiple-ply maple wood with die-cast hoops, a 45-degree bearing edge, and a single-throw, three snare system. Natural wood finish is preferred. An example is the LCS514TDS or equivalent. |
| Timpani, Beginning |
| Including 20”, 23”, 26”, 29”, and 32” with tuning gauges |
| Have a set of five drums, ranging from 20"- 32", made from fiberglass bowls and include a balanced tuning pedal and tuning gauges. An example is the LTS405FG or equivalent. |
| Timpani, Intermediate |
| Including 20”, 23”, 26”, 29”, and 32” with tuning gauges |
| Have a set of five drums, ranging from 20” to 32”. Include a double ring suspension system, profile collar that extends the head beyond the kettle, balanced action pedal for tuning, a kettle made from seamless copper, with a professional series tuning gauge. An example is the LTP505KG or equivalent. |
| Concert Toms |
| Including 10", 12", 13", and 14" |
| Have single-headed concert toms in sizes of 10”, 12”, 13” and 14”. They shall feature a 6-ply birch shell, triple-flanged rims, and come with heavy-duty, double-braced stands. An example is the Yamaha CT 8000 Series or equivalent. |
| Drum Set |
| 5-piece with hardware |
| Have 6-ply Poplar/Asian Mahogany shells. Snare drum shall have dimensions of 14"x5.5". Included hardware shall come with a bass/kick pedal, snare stand, boom cymbal stand, straight cymbal stand, hi-hat stand, and adjustable drum throne/seat. 1- 12" x 8" tom, 1- 13" x 9" tom, 1- 16" x 16" floor tom, 1- 22" x 18' bass. Spurs shall have rubber feet and retractable spike. Black finish is preferred. An example is the Pearl EXX725/C or equivalent. |
| Cymbal Pack |
| For the Drum Set |
| Include a 14" hi-hat pair, 16" and 18" crash cymbals, and a 20" ride. Cymbals shall be made of hand-hammered cast bronze and have a traditional finish. The characteristic sound shall be described as dark, warm, and/or mellow. Cymbals shall be appropriate for a variety of music styles, including jazz and rock. An example is the Ziljian KCD900 K Custom Dark Cymbal Pack or equivalent. |
| Student Educational Bell Kit |
| Have a snare drum, a 2.5 octave set of bells, a stand suitable for both the bells and snare drum, a practice pad, and a rolling bag constructed with ballistic nylon. The rolling bag shall feature a telescoping handle, sturdy wheels, carrying handle, and multiple zippered compartments for storage and convenience. An example is the Mapex MK1432DP or equivalent. |
| Xylophone |
| With Heavy Duty Cart |
| Have a 3.5-octave range, covering notes from F4 to C8, tuned to A=442, and featuring Kelon bars that are non-graduated. It shall be equipped with aluminum resonators and come with a heavy-duty cart that includes large plastic or rubber wheels for ease of transportation over a variety of terrains. It shall have height-adjustable capabilities and be accompanied by a shallow drop cover. An example is the Musser MUKX35 or equivalent. |
| Xylophone |
| Have a range of 3.5 octaves (F4 to C8) with 44 notes and based on the pitch A442. The bars shall be made from rosewood, be 1-1/2" wide, and 7/8" thick. An example is the Musser M50 or equivalent. |
| Concert Bells |
| With Heavy Duty Cart |
| Have a 2.5-octave range, covering notes from G59 to C88, tuned at A=442, and be equipped with high carbon steel bars. It shall include a full-size case with a lid for protection. The frame shall adjust in height and length and be equipped with large plastic or rubber wheels for ease of transport over a variety of terrains. An example is the Musser M7645 or equivalent. |
| Concert Bells with Low F |
| Have a 2.5-octave range spanning from F57 or G59 to C88, tuning at A=442, high carbon steel bars, a hardwood frame, and include a complete with a full-size case featuring a lid for protection and storage. |
| An example is the Yamaha YG1210 or equivalent. |
| Marimba |
| With Heavy Duty Cart |
| Have a 4.5-octave range, spanning from F2 to C7. It shall feature Kelon keys that are wide and graduated and include aluminum resonators. The instrument shall come with a heavy-duty cart equipped with large plastic or rubber wheels for ease of transport over a variety of terrains, along with a shallow drop cover for protection. An example is the Musser MUKM45 or equivalent. |
| Marimba |
| Have 52 notes spanning 4 1/3 octaves (from A2 to C7), tuned to pitch A=442, featuring wide graduated Kelon bars, and gold finish mitered and arched resonators. An example is the Musser Classic Grand M300 or equivalent. |
| Concert Chimes |
| Have 1-1/4-inch tubes, seamless brass tubes with chrome*plated finish; foot pedal damper; with all-terrain cart frame. Standard tuning A=442. With front swivel wheels and locking casters. An example is the Musser M635B or equivalent. |
| Vibraphone |
| Have a range of three octaves, F3-F6 with a pitch based on A=442. Bars shall be aluminum with a silver finish, wide, hand-tuned with seamless arched and mitered resonators to produce exceptionally rich and resonant tone. It shall include an adjustable swiveling sustain pedal. The motor and power supply shall be compatible with the host countries where DoDEA is present. Power supply standards include NEMA 5-15, Schuko, CEI 23-16/VII, and British Standard BS1363. An example is the Musser M55, Adams VCWA30G or equivalent. |
Bowed-String Instruments
| Level 1 | Level 2 |
| Violin | |
| Including full, ¾ and ½ sizes | |
| Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The chin rest shall be made from high quality plastic or ebony. | Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The chin rest shall be made from ebony. |
Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The composite tailpiece shall be equipped with built-in fine tuners for all strings. Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The composite tailpiece shall be equipped with built-in fine tuners for all strings.
Contain varnish that prioritizes durability and has natural violin colors. The violin shall come with an appropriate case and a fiberglass bow. Contain varnish that positively impacts the sound and is durable and has natural violin colors. The violin shall come with an appropriate case and a carbon fiber bow.
| Examples include the Franz Hoffman Vienna Violin and Samuel Eastman VL100 or equivalent. | Examples include the Carlo Lamberti Sonata Violin and Samuel Eastman Giuseppe Galiano VL3G or equivalent. |
| Viola | |
| Including sizes ranging from 12 inches to 16 inches in half-inch increments. | |
| Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The chin rest shall be made from high quality plastic or ebony. | Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The chin rest shall be made from ebony. |
Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. Composite tailpiece shall be equipped with built-in fine tuners for all strings. Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The composite tailpiece shall have built-in fine tuners for all strings.
Contain varnish that prioritizes durability and uses natural viola colors. Come with an appropriate case and a fiberglass bow. Contain varnish that positively impacts the sound and is durable and uses natural viola colors. Come with an appropriate case and a carbon fiber bow.
| Examples are Samuel Eastman VA100 and Franz Hoffman Concert Viola or equivalent. | Examples are the Carlo Lamberti Sonata Viola and Andreas Eastman VA20 or equivalent. |
| Cello | |
| Including full, ¾, and ½ sizes. | |
| Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The wood may be laminate, carved, or a hybrid. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The adjustable endpin may be made of metal or fiberglass. The endpin shall be pointed; a rubber end shall be included. | Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The wood shall be either completely carved or a hybrid of carved and laminate wood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The adjustable endpin shall be made of metal or fiberglass. The endpin shall be pointed; a rubber end shall be included. |
Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound post, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The body shall be hand carved or machine carved. The composite tailpiece shall be equipped with quality built-in fine tuners for all strings. Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The body shall be hand carved or machine carved. The composite tailpiece shall be equipped with quality built-in fine tuners for all strings.
Contain varnish that prioritizes durability and uses natural cello colors. The color of the cello shall also be of natural cello colors. The cello should come with an appropriate soft case and a fiberglass bow. Contain varnish that positively impacts the sound, is durable, and uses natural cello colors. The color of the cello shall also be of natural cello colors. The cello should come with an appropriate soft case and a carbon fiber bow.
| Examples include the Franz Hoffman Concert Cello and Samuel Eastman VC100 or equivalent. | Examples include the Carlo Lamberti Sonata Cello and Andreas Eastman VC200 or equivalent. |
| Double Bass | |
| Including ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes and options for a French or German bow. | |
| Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The wood shall be laminate, carved, or a hybrid. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The adjustable endpin shall be made of metal or fiberglass. The endpin shall be pointed; a rubber end shall be included. | Be comprised of quality wood such as maple, spruce, boxwood, ebony, willow, and rosewood. The wood shall be either completely carved or a hybrid of carved and laminate wood. The fingerboard, pegs, and inlaid purfling shall be made from ebony. The adjustable endpin shall be made of metal or fiber-glass. The endpin shall be pointed; a rubber end shall be included. |
Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The body shall be hand carved or machine carved. The peg box shall contain quality gears pegs (machine heads) for tuning. Arrive with hand-carved bridge installed, properly adjusted sound posted, and strings attached. The bridge shall be properly fitted to the curvature of the instrument. The body shall be hand carved or machine carved. The peg box shall contain quality gears pegs (machine heads) for tuning.
Contain varnish that prioritizes durability and uses natural double bass colors. Come with an appropriate soft case and a fiberglass bow. Contain varnish that positively impacts the sound, is durable, and uses natural double bass colors. Come with an appropriate soft case and a carbon fiber bow.
Examples include the Franz Hoffman Prelude Bass and Samuel Eastman VB80 or equivalent. Examples include the Andreas Eastman VB105, and Franz Hoffman Concert Bass or equivalent.
Bowed-String Instrument Cases shall:
| Item | Description |
| Hard Case, Violin to include options to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized violins | Be comprised of hard and durable material. Its shape shall be oblong and rectangular, or it may be more form-fitting to the shape of the violin. It shall be able to contain the instrument, securely hold at least two bows, and contain storage for accessories (e.g., rosin, shoulder rest). It shall be secured with latches, zippers, or both and have a durable handle with the option for a shoulder strap. |
| Hard Case, Viola to include options to fit a range of viola sizes from 12 inches and higher in half-inch increments. | Be comprised of hard and durable material. Its shape shall be oblong and rectangular, or it may be more form-fitting to the shape of the viola. It shall be able to contain the instrument, securely hold at least two bows, and contain storage for accessories (e.g., rosin, shoulder rest). It shall be secured with latches, zippers, or both and have a durable handle with the option for a shoulder strap. |
| Hard Case, Cello to include options to fit full-sized cellos. | Be comprised of durable material. Its shape shall be form-fitting to the shape of the cello. It shall be able to contain the instrument, securely, securely hold at least two bows, and contain storage for accessories (e.g., rosin, rock stops). It shall be secured with latches and have a durable handle with the option for a shoulder strap. |
| Soft Case, Cello to include options to fit full-, ¾-. and ½-sized cellos. | Be comprised of durable and flexible material. Its shape shall be form-fitting to the shape of the cello. It shall be able to contain the instrument, securely hold at least one bow, contain storage for accessories, and contain storage for sheet music. It shall be secured with zippers and have a durable handle and shoulder straps with the option for shoulder straps. |
| Soft Case, Double Bass to include options to fit ¾-. and ½, and ¼-sized double basses. | Be comprised of durable and flexible material. Its shape shall be form fitting to the shape of the double bass. It shall be able to contain the instrument, securely hold at least one bow—French or German—contain storage for accessories and contain storage for sheet music. It shall be secured with zippers and have a durable handle and shoulder straps. |
Fiberglass Bows
| Item | Description |
| Fiberglass Violin Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized violins. | Be durable, weighted properly, and of natural color. The stick shall be of fiberglass and contain a leatherette grip. The frog shall be composed of primarily fiberglass or ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip of the bow using a plastic or cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. An example is the Glasser 201H or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Viola Bow to pair with viola sizes ranging from 12 inches to 16 inches in half-inch increments. | Be durable, weighted properly, and of natural color. The stick shall made of fiberglass and contain a leatherette grip. The frog shall be composed of primarily fiberglass or ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip of the bow using a plastic or cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. An example is the Glasser 301H or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Cello Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized cellos. | Be durable, weighted properly, and of natural color. The stick shall made of fiberglass and contain a leatherette grip. The frog shall be composed of primarily fiberglass or ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip of the bow using a plastic or cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. An example is the Glasser 401H or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Double Bass French Bow to include ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes. | Be durable, weighted properly, and of natural color. The stick shall made of fiberglass and contain a leatherette grip. The frog shall be composed of primarily fiberglass or ebony with metal components as needed and shaped to accommodate the French bow hold. The bow hair shall be comprised of horsehair that is white, black, or a combination of both and attached to the tip of the bow using a plastic or cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. Examples are the Glasser F501H and Cadenza BB301F. |
| Fiberglass Double Bass German Bow to include ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes. | Be durable, weighted properly, and of natural color. The stick shall be made of fiberglass and contain a leatherette grip. The frog shall be composed of primarily fiberglass or ebony, with metal components as needed. It shall also be shaped to accommodate the German bow hold. The bow hair shall be comprised of horsehair that is white, black, or a combination of both and attached to the tip of the bow using a plastic or cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. Examples are the Glasser G501H and Cadenza BB301G. |
Carbon-Fiber Wood Bows
| Item | Description |
| Fiberglass Violin Bow to pair with full-sized violins | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of carbon fiber. The bow winding shall be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. Examples include the CodaBow Prodigy and CodaBow Diamond NX or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Viola Bow: To pair with viola sizes ranging from 15 inches and beyond in half-inch increments | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of carbon fiber. The bow winding shall be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall comprise of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. Examples include the CodaBow Prodigy and CodaBow Diamond NX or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Cello Bow: To pair with full-sized cellos | The cello bow for intermediate students shall be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of carbon fiber. The bow winding shall be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall comprise of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. Examples include the CodaBow Prodigy and CodaBow Diamond NX or equivalent. |
| Fiberglass Double Bass French Bow: To pair with ¾-sized double basses | The double bass French bow for intermediate students shall be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of carbon fiber. The bow winding shall be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. It shall also be shaped to accommodate the French bow hold. The bow hair shall comprise of horsehair that is white, black, or a combination of both. The bow hair shall also be attached to the tip of the bow using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. An example is the CodaBow Revelation French bow. |
| Fiberglass Double Bass German Bow: To pair with ¾-sized double basses | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of carbon fiber. The bow winding may be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. It shall also be shaped to accommodate the German bow hold. The bow hair shall comprise of horsehair that is white, black, or a combination of both. The bow hair shall also be attached to the tip of the bow using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. An example the CodaBow Revelation German bow or equivalent. |
Pernambuco Wood Bows
| Item | Description |
| Pernambuco Wood Violin Bow to pair with full-, ¾-, and ½-sized violins. | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of Pernambuco wood that are round or octagonal. The bow winding may be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. |
| Pernambuco Wood Viola Bow to pair with viola sizes ranging from 15 inches and beyond in half-inch increments. | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of Pernambuco wood that are round or octagonal. The bow winding may be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. |
| Pernambuco Wood Cello Bow to pair with full-sized cellos. | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick shall be comprised of Pernambuco wood that are round or octagonal. The bow winding may be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. The bow hair shall be comprised of white horsehair and attached to the tip using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. |
| Pernambuco Wood Double Bass French Bow to pair with ¾-sized double bases. | Be weighted properly, durable, and of natural color. The stick may be comprised of Pernambuco wood that are round or octagonal. The bow winding may be made of leather, wire, or other appropriate material. The frog shall be primarily composed of ebony with metal components as needed. It shall also be shaped to accommodate the French bow hold. The bow hair shall be comprised of horsehair that is white, black, or a combination of both and attached to the tip of the bow using a cork stopper. Note: It shall not be glued to the tip. |
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