Needing to upgrade your starter instrument? The Besson BE187 Prodige Bb tuba in silver plate is the best selling “step-up” tuba 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. Modeled on classic Besson designs the BE187 tuba provides an excellent start for all aspiring tuba players. The mouthpipe has been carefully positioned to give optimal playing comfort especially for younger players. The BE187 Prodige Bb tuba is perfect for students studying up to grade 6 and includes a mouthpiece and a sturdy case with wheels for easy transportation. Advance with Confidence The Prodige Bb tuba has been designed for advancing players specifically. Featuring an easy blowing leadpipe the Besson BE187 produces a fabulous tone while retaining the traditional Besson sound. The tuning of the tuba 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 BE187 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 tuba 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 tuba safe the BE187 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. For easy transportation the case even includes integrated camera. Moulded especially for the BE187 the Prodige Bb tuba 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 back 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 Size: 408mm (16) Bell Material: Yellow Brass Bore Size: 17.53mm (.690) Waterkeys: 3 Valves: 3 Finish: Silver Plate