{"product_id":"besson-be20522-8g-0-prestige-professional-euphonium-in-gold-lacquer","title":"Besson BE20522-8G-0 'Prestige' Professional Euphonium in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"instrument-bloc technical\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"technical-wrap\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBesson BE20522-8G-0 Euphonium Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Besson BE20522-8G-0 Prestige is a professional Bb compensating euphonium built around Besson’s adjustable main tuning slide trigger, redesigned valve group, and a unique leadpipe design that allows the player to actively manage intonation in real time across ensembles. This configuration is widely used by professional soloists and band players who need precise pitch control with piano, brass band, wind band, and orchestral repertoire, while retaining the characteristic Prestige response and projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBesson BE20522-8G-0 Euphonium Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: 0.590 in \/ 14.98 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 12 in \/ 304 mm hand-made yellow brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve System: 4 compensating valves (3+1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterkeys: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain Tuning Slide Trigger: Yes, left-hand thumb action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe shaped case with cover and external pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Alliance mouthpiece, micro-fiber cleaning cloth, valve oil, removable music lyre, removable water catcher, Allen keys, additional gold-plated top and bottom caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBrad new with full manufacturer's warranty. This euphonium is professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our brass technicians to verify valve alignment and action, slide fit, trigger function, water key sealing, and overall response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the BE20522-8G-0 Euphonium Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Besson BE20522-8G-0 Prestige is a professional Bb compensating euphonium designed for players who require controllable intonation and consistent response at a soloist and principal-band level. Its defining feature is the adjustable main tuning slide trigger, which lets you correct pitch instantly while maintaining a stable embouchure and resonant sound, particularly helpful in the upper register, in exposed soft playing, and in ensemble tuning situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis model is distinguished within the Prestige line by its 12 inch hand-made yellow brass bell and free-floating leadpipe design specified for increased resonance and a more open vibration feel. Details such as the gold-plated finger buttons, caps, trigger, and waterkeys, along with the included removable water catcher and lyre, make it a purpose-built instrument for regular professional use and performance logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Besson BE20522-8G-0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the main tuning slide trigger do on the Besson Prestige BE20522-8G-0?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe main tuning slide trigger allows the player to adjust the main tuning slide while playing, using a left-hand thumb action, so pitch can be corrected instantly to match different tuning tendencies, ensemble centers, and temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the BE20522-8G-0 a compensating euphonium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eYes. It uses a 4-valve compensating system (3+1) that improves intonation and completeness of the low register compared with non-compensating designs, especially on combinations using the fourth valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the Besson BE20522-8G-0 Prestige euphonium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt includes a deluxe shaped case with cover and external pouch, an Alliance mouthpiece, a micro-fiber cleaning cloth, valve oil, Allen keys, a removable music lyre, a removable water catcher, and a set of additional gold-plated top and bottom caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/bessonlogo\/bessonlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/bessonlogo\/bessonlogo0.jpg\" alt=\"Besson Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e             \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Besson dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Buffet Crampon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53535877300589,"sku":"BE205228G0","price":13068.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7117013.jpg?v=1783637896","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/besson-be20522-8g-0-prestige-professional-euphonium-in-gold-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}