Besson Student 3 Valve Bb Tuba (BE-187C)

Instrument details

Both the E-flat (BE177C) and B-flat (BE187C) tubas are free blowing with an ease of tone production and an even response. The mouthpipe is carefully positioned to give the optimum playing comfort and the valve technology produces complete accuracy and reliability. A lightweight design makes these tubas exceptionally easy to hold and carry, with their depth and quality of tone capturing the essence of the legendary Besson sound.

Instrument specifications

Key: B-flat
Bore diameter: .690" (17.51mm)
Weight: 7.1kg
Valves: 3 bottom sprung stainless steel
Non compensating
Water keys: 2
Finishes: lacquer or bright silverplate
Supplied outfit, in case with mouthpiece and accessories