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John Packer the place for the limited edition Bessons

If you want to try and get your hands on one of those very special limited edition 180th anniversary Besson Sovereign instruments, then get in touch with John Packer.

Besson
  The Besson 180th anniversary instruments hark back to the classic look of the past

To celebrate their 180th anniversary, Besson are releasing limited edition models of their famous Sovereign instruments, and we're now taking orders at John Packer.

Limited series

For this limited anniversary series, only 180 units will be made — split between cornet, tenor horn, baritone, euphonium and EEb and BBb tubas.

The instruments are finished in the iconic frosted silver stain look with bright silver-plated tuning slides, finishing parts and inner bell.

Classic

The instruments come with a special limited edition case in the old original Besson 'Royal Blue' and with a classic Denis Wick mouthpiece that has a special finish outside with gold plated rim and cup.

The instruments also come with a brand new logo engraving on the bell — which will also now be seen on all 2018 models.

Each instrument in this limited series will also have a special engraving on the side of the bell to commemorate the 180th anniversary.

The instruments are finished in the iconic frosted silver stain look with bright silver-plated tuning slides, finishing parts and inner bellJohn Packer.

Get in touch

These instruments are so new to market you can't yet purchase them online, so to secure yours, or for further information speak to Steve on 01823 282386 or email steve@johnpacker.co.uk

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