BESSON BE9822-L Tuba Eb Sovereign

BESSON Tuba Eb Sovereign BE9822-L, lacquered, 4 piston valves (3+1), compensating system, with gigbag

Devotees of the Eb tubas have a choice between the Sovereign 980 with a smaller bell model, the 981 with the classic 19-inch bell model with the ‘John Fletcher’ leadpipe, and the 982 with carriage rings and a slightly smaller tapered leadpipe in an "S" shape. For years the classic Besson sound has been heard in the world’s leading brass and wind bands, and players trust them for their free-blowing quality, fit and finish, durability, and projection.

Characteristics:

• Key: Eb
• Bore: .681" / 17.30 mm
• Bell: Yellow brass, diameter 19" / 483 mm
• Leadpipe: "S" shaped
• Valves: 4 compensating piston valves (3+1) in stainless steel
• Water keys: 4
• Weight: 20 lb 8 oz / 9300 g
• Outfit: Shaped ABS case with wheels and two handles, Alliance mouthpiece, micro-fiber cloth, valve oil
• Bell: 19", smaller tapered lead pipe, carriage rings, lyre box, clear lacquer finish