Posted by Happy Reading on August 10, 2002 at 17:25:46:
In Reply to: Re: altering leadpipe on Willson 5v Eb posted by Jim on August 10, 2002 at 17:16:33:
BE980 Sovereign EEb Tuba
The Besson BE980 EEb Tuba is an exceptional professional instrument. It has the same layout as the 981/ 982 tuba but with a 17" bell. The playing characteristics are more in line with the front valved 983 tuba. The sound is very well centred and focused, clear and direct. This tuba is a very good choice for the soloist who prefers the brass band style valve layout.
* Key: Eeb
* Bore: 17.51mm (.689")
* Bell diameter: 17" (432mm)
* Weight: 9.3kg (20lb 8oz)
* Valves: 4 bottom sprung stainless steel
* Compensating
* Water keys: 4
* 2nd valve finger ring
* Patented spring damper set
* Finishes: Lacquer and silver plate
* Black molded case, plush lined interior, with wheels