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Besson BE163-2-0 Prodige Euphonium<\/h2>\n

The Besson Besson BE163-2-0 Prodige Euphonium provides an excellent start for the careers of aspiring euphonium players. BE163 is a 4 valve (in the traditional 3 + 1 arrangement) non-compensating euphonium with a 12″ bell. Silver plated.<\/span><\/p>\n

Modelled after the classic BESSON of years past, they are free blowing with an ease of tone production combined with an even response, excellent valve action, as well as being comfortable for both embouchure and fingers.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Besson Prodige Euphonium helps players to develop their skills and musicianship, while promoting Besson’s high quality designs and reliable fittings. It comes equipped with a hard compact case and maintenance kit, so you can look after your instrument for less. With the choice of models (BE162, BE163, BE164, BE165), the Besson Student Line euphoniums provide an excellent start to the careers of aspiring euphonium players. Both models are free blowing with an ease of tone production combined with an even response throughout the register. They have a rich, warm, centred tone and a reliable, fast and quiet valve action, as well as being comfortable for both embouchure and fingers.<\/p>\n

Specifications:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Key: Bb<\/span>
\n Bore: .580\/14.72 mm
\n<\/span><\/span>Leadpipe: Gold brass<\/span><\/span>
\n Bell<\/span>: 12.00″\/304mm, yellow brass<\/span>
\n Valves: 4\u00a0stainless steel (3 + 1)<\/span><\/span>
\nWater keys: 3<\/span>
\nFinish: Silver plated<\/span>
\nFeatures: Removable water catcher, fixed lyre box<\/span>
\nOutfit: Hard case with zippers, mouthpiece, cleaning cloth, valve oil<\/span><\/p>\n

Also available in lacquer – BE163-1-0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Euphonium Mutes<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

BE163 is a 4 valve (in the traditional 3 + 1 arrangement) non-compensating euphonium with a 12″ bell.<\/span>\u00a0It comes equipped with a hard compact case and maintenance kit, so you can look after your instrument for less. Silver plated.
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