{"product_id":"besson-be2052-prestige-professional-euphonium-in-lacquer-sn-091883","title":"Besson BE2052 'Prestige' Professional Euphonium in Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBesson BE2052 Prestige Euphonium Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Besson BE2052 Prestige Euphonium is a professional Bb compensating euphonium in lacquer, designed for advanced brass players who need secure intonation, centered response, and a projecting euphonium sound for solo, brass band, wind ensemble, and orchestral use. Built around Besson’s Prestige platform, the BE2052 features a 4-valve compensating system, a 3+1 valve layout, a large bell, and a main tuning slide trigger for fine pitch adjustment while playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBesson BE2052 Prestige Euphonium Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve System: 4-valve compensating system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve Layout: 3 top-action pistons and 1 side-action piston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: .590 inch \/ 15.00 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 12 inch \/ 304.80 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning: Main tuning slide trigger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None included. (Takes large shank mouthpiece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 091883\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pre-owned Besson BE2052 Prestige Euphonium in lacquer in excellent condition. It has been professionally inspected, serviced, set up, and play-tested by our brass specialists to confirm proper valve action, slide movement, response, and general playing condition before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the BE2052 Prestige Euphonium Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Besson BE2052 Prestige Euphonium is a professional Bb compensating euphonium for advanced students, conservatory players, brass band musicians, soloists, and working professionals. It is designed for players who require the pitch security of a compensating system, the flexibility of a 3+1 valve layout, and the added control of a main tuning slide trigger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tonal character is centered, broad, and resonant, with the depth expected from a professional compensating euphonium and the clarity needed for exposed solo and ensemble writing. Within the Besson lineup, the Prestige model is distinguished by its trigger-equipped design and professional-level build specification, making it suitable for players comparing it with flagship euphoniums from Yamaha, Willson, Adams, and Miraphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Besson BE2052\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Besson BE2052 Prestige a professional euphonium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Besson BE2052 Prestige is a professional-level Bb compensating euphonium with a 4-valve 3+1 layout, main tuning slide trigger, and specifications intended for advanced and professional performance settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the compensating system do on the BE2052 Prestige?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compensating system automatically adds extra tubing when the fourth valve is used in combination with other valves, improving intonation in the low register and making the instrument more practical for advanced euphonium repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the main tuning slide trigger benefit advanced players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main tuning slide trigger allows the player to make real-time pitch adjustments while performing. This is especially useful in exposed passages, ensemble tuning situations, and registers where euphonium intonation requires active correction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53438874124653,"sku":"BE-370","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7105052.jpg?v=1781278554","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/besson-be2052-prestige-professional-euphonium-in-lacquer-sn-091883","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}