Besson Sovereign 982 EEb Tuba

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Instrument details:
This EEb tuba has the same body and valves group as the BE981 but has a slightly smaller leadpipe giving a more ringing sound. Its carrying rings enable this instrument to be played in marching position.

Instrument specifications
Same as BE981 with smaller tapered leadpipe and 2 carriage rings

Key: EEb
Bore: .681" (17.3mm)
Bell diameter: 19" (483mm)
Weight: 9.3kg (20lb 8oz)
Valves: 4 bottom sprung stainless steel
2nd valve finger ring
Compensating system
Water keys: 4
Finishes: lacquer or bright silverplate
Moulded case, plush lined interior, with wheels
Supplied outfit, in case with Alliance mouthpiece in leather case and accessories

Instrument characteristics

Constructed from high quality brass : Excellent response and quality of sound High positioned mouthpipe : Suitable for parade use Water keys with synthetic rubber seals : For a perfect seal Stainless steel pistons : Smooth action and non-corrosive Bottom sprung valves : Fast valve action Delrin valve guides : For quieter valve action Phosphor bronze valve springs : Non-corrosive Nickel silver inner slides : Non-corrosive Compensating system : Improves intonation of lower register Patented spring damper set : For quieter valve action Computerised bell spinning : For tonal consistency Bell rim rolled and soldered over brass wire : Adds strength and protection to bell High quality fitted case with wheels : Protection and ease of handling