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Top trio of second hand goodies from John Packer

Now's your chance to get your hands on a starter cornet, professional level tuba and a great trombone from John Packer.

Tubas
  The round stamp tuba will be ideal for a serious player

John Packer has a trio of great second hand instruments ready and waiting for new homes.

Besson 600 cornet

The Besson 600 is the ideal starter cornet to help a young, developing player. With an adjustable finger ring on the 3rd slide, its an instrument ideal for even the smallest of hands.

Price: £350
https://www.johnpacker.co.uk/prod/secondhand-besson-600-bb-cornet

Professional level BBb tuba

If you are looking for a professional level BBb tuba with the famous Boosey & Hawkes 'Roundstamp' logo, then this tuba is worth a look (see above). It's a great instrument with a wonderful pedigree.

Price: £3,500
https://www.johnpacker.co.uk/prod/secondhand-bamph-992-roundstamp-bbb-tuba-lacquer

Yamaha trombone

The Yamaha YSL-682G large bore Bb/F pro level trombone is ideal for any player looking for a reliable instrument with a lovely warm sound.

Price: £1,300
https://www.johnpacker.co.uk/prod/secondhand-yamaha-ysl-682g-bbf-trombone-lacquer

Get in touch

All you need to do is get in touch with Brass Manager Steve Herbert at John Packer Ltd 01823 282386 to check availability.

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