FS: Besson 181 4-Valve Compensating - Satin Silver - Medium Shank

[davewerden]

The title says it all. This is the classic Besson "Imperial" or "New Standard" euphonium, and is very well regarded by many top players. Phil Franke (U.S. Marine Band) played a similar horn most of the time, for example. It look like it's in fine shape. The 4th valve button and bottom cap (gold-colored) are not the original, but neither is too noticeable placed where they are. Hard case included. Buy-it-now is $2,199 and it is easily worth that given its apparent condition. There is also a make offer button.

THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD FOR "BEST OFFER"

UPDATE: buy-it-now price changed to $1,999 (and shipping is only $45)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1968-1969-Besson-Euphonium-Model-181-4-Valve-Upright-Bell-FASH-SHIPPING-/172094768752

[highpitch]

Pretty nice, I wish mine was in that good a shape when I first got it...but being a discard from the SA it was pretty beat.

That one will be a real treasure for the lucky winner.

Dennis

[Pat]

The buyer should immediately dash down and have the metal valve guides replaced with Delyrn... it made a huge difference in the way my New Standard feels when I play it.

[davewerden]

The bargain got better! Price was lowered to 1999 (shown in original post)