Increase Your Playing Comfort Sousaphones aren't the lightest instruments on the marching field. In fact, they can place tremendous strain on a player's neck and back. To increase playing comfort over long practices at band camp and during halftime, many directors outfit their Sousaphones with a Yamaha YMA-SSPB Sousaphone Shoulder Pad. The addition of a long, padded surface lessens strain on the back and neck, which lets the player focus on what they do best — holding down the low-end groove. Here at Sweetwater, we appreciate that each YMA-SSPB shoulder pad comes with adjustable straps that make them compatible with almost every sousaphone on the market. Try a YMA-SSPB Sousaphone Shoulder Pad for yourself — the difference is astounding.Yamaha YMA-SSPB Sousaphone Shoulder Pad Features: Shoulder pad for sousaphone Luxurious padding promotes comfort and increases endurance Adjustable straps make it compatible with almost any sousaphone