Besson 1020 Cornet

Conceived to offer the tonal benefits of the existing Besson brass family to the student musician. Free blowing, well-balanced instruments that are designed to be comfortable for the younger player whilst affording a full sound with both good intonation and easy response. These cornets are crafted from the highest quality materials to meet the demands of all student players in terms of both durability and artistry.

• Key: Bb
• Bore: 11.68 mm, medium large
• Bell diameter: 118 mm
• Weight: 1129 g
• Traditional short model with shepherds crook
• Adjustable finger ring on 3rd valve slide
• Thumb hook on 1st valve slide
• Precision stainless steel centre sprung valves
• 2 water keys
• Hand forged braces for stability
• Silver plated finish

 

Besson 927 Sovereign Cornet

The Besson Sovereign BE927 Cornet has the large, full sound that is sought after by brass bands and discriminating soloists alike. The cornet's rose brass bell allows for a dark sound that not only projects, but blends beautifully. Ideal for the brass or military band, the BE927 is the ultimate professional instrument.

• Key: Bb
• 1st and 3rd valve slide triggers
• Bell Diameter: 118mm
• Bore: 11.68mm
• Deluxe plush lined molded case
• Finishes: Silver plate and lacquer with rose brass bell
• Valves: 3 centre sprung stainless steel
• Water keys: 2
• Weight: 1.09kg

 

Besson 982 Sovereign Cornet

The Besson Sovereign BE928 Cornet has the large, full sound that is sought after by brass bands and discriminating soloists alike. The cornet's rose brass bell allows for a dark sound that not only projects, but blends beautifully. Ideal for the brass or military band, the BE928 is the ultimate professional instrument.

• Key: Bb
• 1st and 3rd valve triggers
• Bell diameter: 125mm
• Bore: 11.84mm
• Deluxe plush lined molded case
• Finishes: Silver plate and lacquer with rose brass bell
• Valves: 3 centre sprung stainless steel
• Water keys: 2
• Weight: 1.10kg

 

Besson 2028 Prestige Cornet

The new Prestige cornet from Besson is the latest in the Prestige range. A free blowing instrument with the much sought after Besson sound, this is a cornet which allows full use of dynamics throughout the range without any loss of tonal quality. Note production requires less effort and the sound is even richer than before, achieving a full mellifluous tone.

"A 'must have' item for any cornetist!"

• Bore size through valves: .468" (11.89 mm)
• Bell diameter: 4.875" (124 mm)
• Weight: 1.225 kg
• 2 water keys
• 3 centre sprung stainless steel valves with dual point action
• Finger hook
• Fully adjustable microball main tuning slide trigger
• Main tuning slide and third valve slide gold-plated
• Top and bottom caps gold-plated
• Black Onyx inserts in gold-plated button tops
• Optional heavy bottom caps supplied
• Lacquer or bright silver-plated finish
• Supplied with Denis Wick mouthpiece RW3
• Woodshell, cordura covered case with luxurious red lining, music pouch, accessory compartment and shoulder strap