Geneva Cardinal GVL Euphonium

Price range: £7,245.83 through £7,686.67 inc. VAT

Description

Geneva Cardinal GVL Bb Euphonium

A World-Class Euphonium Designed for the Serious Musician

The Geneva Cardinal GVL Bb Euphonium is the result of a quarter of century of continuous research and development. Built for musicians who demand superior tone, impeccable intonation, and flawless craftsmanship, this premium cornet represents the pinnacle of Geneva’s brass instrument’s latest of innovations pure luxury


Key Features

  • Unique Venturi Lead Pipe
    Enhances sound projection and ensures a smooth, effortless playing experience.

  • Hand-Hammered Bell
    Crafted with artisan precision to produce a rich, resonant tone.

  • Hand-Engraved
    Crafted with artisan precision featuring decorative engraving of the Geneva Griffin.
  • Bespoke Metal Blend
    Engineered for durability and tonal complexity.

  • Ergonomic Design
    Comfortable to hold and easy to control during extended performances.

  • Paddle Tuning Level Design
    Developed in collaboration with Glenn Van Looy for improved response and feel.

  • Enhanced Black Nickel Plating
    A sleek new finish made possible by our investment in next-generation production technology.


Why Choose the Cardinal GVL?

Whether you’re a soloist, ensemble player, or band leader, the Cardinal GVL Bb Euphonium delivers the quality and performance demanded by professionals around the world. Used by leading musicians across the UK, Europe, USA, Japan, and Australia, this instrument sets a new standard in handcrafted brass design.


Road Testing – Try Before You Buy

If you are in the market for a new instrument and haven’t tested the Cardinal GVL Bb Euphonium and you wish to have try please complete the try before you buy form there are options no matter which country you reside.


Order Your Cardinal GVL Euphonium Today

Ready to elevate your performance? The Cardinal GVL Bb Euphonium delivers unmatched musical precision, power, and craftsmanship trusted by top players worldwide.

You can buy directly through this online shop or, if you’d prefer a more personal approach, especially for those outside UK, or need help choosing the right model, simply email us at info@genevainstruments.com to place your order.

Whichever way you choose, our team is here to help you find the perfect Cardinal for your musical journey.


What Artists Say

“In addition to its remarkable playing features I find the aesthetics of the instrument, with its hand crafted engraving on the bell, rose and black finishes throughout, makes this instrument stand out as a unique work of art in its self”

Dr Glenn Van Looy
Professor Euphonium, Conservatoire Cantonal du Valais
Geneva Performance & Development Artist

Specification

Bore

Dual Bore 14.7mm – 16.6mm (0.579" – 0.654")

Bell

Bell 305mm (12") Yellow/Nickel

Lead Pipe

Yellow Brass

Triggers

Main Tuning Slide Trigger

Valves

4 Stainless Steel Valves Compensating

Inner Slides

Nickel Silver

Outer Slides

Nickel Silver

Tuning Slide

Rose Brass

Finish

Lacquer, Silver or Marble with Hand Engraved Eagle, GVL Signature & Black Nickel Plate Accents

Range

Instrument

Euphonium

Information

“Don’t take it for granted listen to the videos for this instruments tone and technical ability in a league of its own.” GVL

Check out the videos.

The third is an amazing example of how the cool and versatile the Euphonium can be – Takumi Yoshihisa.

Geneva Artists


Glenn Van Looy Euphonium

Glenn plays the Cardinal ‘GVL’ named after his collaboration with Geneva in its design.


Adam Bokaris

Geneva Performance & Development Artist Adam plays a Geneva GVL Cardinal Euphonium.


John Storey

John plays a Geneva GVL Cardinal Euphonium.


Ho Wang Lam

Horence’s preference is the Cardinal ‘GVL’ since his days at the Royal Northern College of Music.

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