{"product_id":"besson-trombone-sovereign-be944-1","title":"Besson \"SOVEREIGN\" BE944-1 Large Bore Tenor Bass Trombone","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eBorn in England, with a European resonance. Besson Trombone's final answer. ――A light and elegant tenor bass guided by Hugman valves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[Overview]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBesson large bore tenor-bass trombone. 8.5-inch double-walled yellow brass bell. Hugman valves, F-tube open wrap. 13.89mm bore. Includes original hard case. Manufactured around 2000. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCondition]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBell flare and bell body show scattered dents with repair marks (scratches remain).F-tube, tuning slide, gooseneck, lock ring area, and slide barrel show paint loss; numerous scratches across entire bell. Rotary lever finger bar replaced from default barrel-shaped brass to wood. Rotary mechanism disassembled, cleaned, and soft parts replaced. Serviced throughout. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFeatures]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a large-bore tenor\/bass trombone equipped with Hagman valves, produced only for a very short period until Besson completely withdrew from trombone manufacturing in 2005.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e The airflow is exceptionally smooth, with a light and responsive feel. The resistance difference between open and F-tube modes is minimal, providing a natural, stress-free playing experience. Its internal rotary design prevents bore distortion, ensuring consistent sound onset. It delivers a European-style tone that combines warmth with brightness and a solid core.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e Furthermore, the valve mechanism itself is lightweight, providing excellent balance when held. This design allows for playing in a relaxed posture, reducing fatigue even during extended performances. The fact that Courtois, after the corporate merger, adopted this design with nearly identical specifications speaks to the high level of refinement achieved by this model.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"542\"\u003e Production began in 1998 and concluded after only about seven years. While it's now a rare find on the market, it's not merely a \"collector's item.\" It's a model we highly recommend to players who value European-style lightness and musical balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BESSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353174352109,"sku":"34404","price":220000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/sovereign-be944-1-9314696.jpg?v=1770405433","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/besson-bessonuk-be944r-1-sovereign-thick-tenor-bass-trombone-2","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}