Posted by Jack Denniston on January 05, 2004 at 19:07:04:
In Reply to: Tubas for Sale--New Year Edition. posted by Billy M. on January 05, 2004 at 18:53:20:
Besson compensating euphonium for sale. Serial number 381829. Good working condition, well maintained. Valves work easily, smoothly and quietly. Slides pull easily. Purchased from original owner 15 years ago. Nice sound, good intonation. Original lacquer finish shows wear. A few very minor dings. 4th valve may need re-plated eventually. European shank. Comes with Denis Wick 4AM mouthpiece, original Besson mouthpiece, and adapter bit to fit standard tenor trombone shank mouthpieces. Original hard case shows wear. Located in Chapel Hill, NC. Selling in order to purchase newer instrument, so a trade may be possible. Photos available at www.triangletubas.com (the Besson is being held/played by the bald-headed guy- me). This instrument is about 30 years old. The writing on the bell says “50 Medals of Honor” “Besson” “star” “London-Paris-New York” “ Made in England”. It is 26.5” long and the bell is 11” across. The price is $1,000. Will consider reasonable offers.