Posted by Jack Denniston on January 08, 2004 at 08:42:02:
In Reply to: any eups. for sale? posted by bob on January 07, 2004 at 20:02:45:
Besson compensating euphonium for sale. Serial number 381829, manufactured in 1968. 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 but it works fine. 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). 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.