Needing to upgrade your starter instrument? The Besson Prodige BE157 baritone horn in silver plate is the best selling “step-up” baritone that Besson has to offer. By understanding what students want and combining it with Bessons rich history of instrument manufacturing Besson have designed an instrument that will excel your playing. Thanks to the excellent intonation of the baritone the BE157 offers the quickest way to build confidence in any brass player. This is why the Prodige baritone is the ultimate choice for younger players in brass bands and wind orchestras. The BE157 Prodige baritone is perfect for students studying up to grade 6 and includes a mouthpiece and a sturdy case for easy transportation. The Perfect Starting Point The Prodige baritone horn has been designed to suit entry level players specifically. Featuring an easy blowing leadpipe the Besson BE157 produces a fabulous tone while retaining the traditional Besson sound. The tuning of the horn has also been developed to ensure consistent and accurate intonation. To ensure that your valves are consistently fast moving Besson has made the valves from quality stainless steel. All the tuning slides on the BE157 are made from brass. This is especially important as it keeps the slides smooth a free-moving. Besson have even included a lyra hook for the all-important summer marching season. All of these features come together to produce a horn that is worthy of any beginner player. Redefining Standards The Prodige series of instruments from Besson are designed to redefine the student market. These instruments have been created to provide great sounding beginner instruments that are also reliable practical and hard wearing. Thanks to the very desirable price the Prodige series of instruments have become popular among teachers and are regularly bought for training bands and educational authorities. Everything You Need To ensure that you have the best possible experience Besson have included everything you need to get started. To keep the horn safe the BE157 comes with a lightweight case that offers strong protection. On the outside of the case you will find two riveted handles and a large pocket which is perfect for sheet music. Moulded especially for the BE157 the Prodige baritone fits perfectly inside the case. For an extra touch of protection the inside is lined with a soft touch material that wont scratch your horn. At the front of the case you will find a compartment which is ideal for storing all of your accessories including your mouthpiece valve oil and lyre. Specifications Key Of: Bb Bell Diameter: 203mm (8) Bell Material: Yellow Brass Bore Size: 13.34mm (.516) Waterkeys: 2 Valves: 3 Finish: Silver Plated Accessories: Case and Mouthpiece