JOHN PACKER JP373S Sterling Tenor Horn

JOHN PACKER JP373S Sterling Tenor Horn, Silverplated, with case

The JP373 Sterling stands as the pinnacle of JP's professional baritone horns, designed for players seeking the utmost performance from their instrument.

Crafted in collaboration with Paul Riggett of Sterling Musical Instruments, the JP373 Sterling redefines expectations within its price range. Paul Riggett, a highly respected figure in the UK's brass instrument design and manufacturing scene, brings his expertise to this instrument. With a background as a production manager at Boosey & Hawkes and the founder of Sterling Musical Instruments in 1987, Paul's influence elevates the JP373 Sterling to new heights.

Experience unparalleled performance and quality with the JP373 Sterling, a testament to the excellence achieved through the partnership between JP and Sterling Musical Instruments.

Characteristics:

• Key: Bb
• Bell Size: High Grade Brass 241.30mm (9.5”)
• Valves: 3 Piston
• Bore: Large 13.79mm (.543”)
• Water Key: 3
• Body: High Grade 80:20 Brass
• Finish: Lacquer (JP373), Silver Plate (JP373S)
• Lyre Box: Yes
• Mouthpiece: JP 6BS

Benefits:

• Designed and manufactured in the same location as the new JP Rath collaboration, Paul Riggett from Sterling has overseen the design of this new edition to the JP Brass range using many of the techniques that he has perfected for his own Sterling professional range of brass instruments.
• Exclusively designed trademark Sterling leadpipe
• Using only the highest specification of components, the JP373 Sterling is constructed from high grade 80:20 brass throughout adding to its rich and warm sound
• 9.5" bell and 0.543" bore help give it a balanced resistance whilst providing superior sound projection
• 3 bottom sprung monel valves with nylon guides help ensure a smooth and free action