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  1. Cool More new horns in this forum - Besson Prestige Gold Lacquer

    Hi everyone,

    After years of procrastination I finally purchased a Besson Prestige Gold Lacquer Euphonium!

    I've only had it a couple of days so it's too early for a full review but my first impression is that I have an instrument that is well designed, well built that makes a glorious sound.

    I won't be able to compare it to an Adams E3 or Sterling as I've never played one, and they're just not readily available in Australia.

    To be honest, my very first impression of the horn was not amazing. If I only had 15 minutes at a trade stand I would not have bought this instrument. But after swapping out the heavy caps (i.e. put the standard caps on the horn) and a couple of practice sessions under the belt the sound suddenly opened up into something special (it could be that I am working out how to make this instrument work).

    ted
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    Ted

    Besson Prestige BE2052-8G-0 Euphonium
    Besson Sovereign 956 Baritone

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    Congrats Ted on your new horn, it looks great!
    Rick Floyd
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    New horns are like a new girlfriend, it takes a bit to settle in.

    DG

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    It's always great to get a new horn, especially when you have waited and chosen carefully to match your preferences!

    I think your experience is somewhat common and a combination of the things already speculated about. It does take just a bit to "learn" a new horn. For one thing, we usually buy one expecting a better experience, so our old blowing patterns may not quite fit. And often a horn will improve with a little playing, as the valves get proper lubrication and things then seal up a bit better. Anyway, have fun! I have not played one, but I really like the look of this instrument!
    Dave Werden (ASCAP)
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    Hey Ted, congratulations on the brand new horn!!! There is nothing quite like getting yourself a new instrument. And I hope you settle into it in short order. Make glorious music with it!!
    John Morgan
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