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Sold
Posted: Sat Jul 29, 2017 1:07 pm
by nathanecunningham
Hello TubeNet,
I have for sale a Besson 995 prototype originally made for Patrick Sheridan.
It is a great all-around CC with full low range and a ringing easy high range. It plays very well and there are few intonation quirks. The metal seems a little thinner and overall lighter in weight than other 995's that I've played (Both German and English). It does have a large receiver, I've found the best results with pt model mouthpieces and my Sidey Classic Euro shank. All pistons are vented and the first slide is lapped. There is some wear on the bottom bow, but no dents in crucial areas. The horn in located in Houston and comes with a black Cronkhite bag.
Will consider trades for an f or rotory CC tuba.
Price $7,000. PM if interested.
https://imgur.com/a/ZSIsA
Cheers!
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Sat Jul 29, 2017 2:52 pm
by Billy M.
Wasn't Walter Nirschl directly or indirectly involved with the creation of this horn?
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2017 11:08 am
by nathanecunningham
Bump
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2017 4:33 pm
by barry grrr-ero
Sure has the Nirschl look to it.
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Sun Sep 03, 2017 11:02 am
by nathanecunningham
Bump
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2017 6:04 pm
by nathanecunningham
Bump!
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2017 12:32 pm
by contravic
I spent some time with this tuba last week while mine was in the shop. As someone who has owned both a British and a German version of these I can tell you that this prototype outperforms both of the ones I’ve owned. It has THE BEST valves I’ve ever played and a large focused sound. The handmade components make it the physically the lightest 4/4 Nirschl-like tuba I’ve ever picked up. This may contribute to its exceptional response and unique color of sound.
I can’t believe this one of a kind, HANDMADE, 4/4+ (small 5/4), pro CC hasn’t been sold at this price. It’s also a cool piece of history.
Unsolicited bump for Nathan!
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Sat Sep 30, 2017 1:12 pm
by Lectron
Can only speak for a std. 995, but if this is better it's awesome.
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2017 8:58 am
by nathanecunningham
Price drop bump
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 12:52 pm
by nathanecunningham
Terb bermp
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 8:08 pm
by Alex C
Billy M. wrote:Wasn't Walter Nirschl directly or indirectly involved with the creation of this horn?
Yes. The Besson 995 is essentially the Nirschl 4/4 CC tuba with a two piece leadpipe. There is virtually no other difference. Okay, a different name is stamped on it. Get a Nirschl leadpipe and convert your $5k Besson into an $8k Nirschl.
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Mon Oct 30, 2017 11:31 am
by nathanecunningham
Bump
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Tue Nov 07, 2017 9:28 am
by nathanecunningham
Bump
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Wed Nov 15, 2017 8:51 am
by nathanecunningham
Bump!
Re: FS Besson 995 Prototype Price Drop
Posted: Sat Nov 25, 2017 1:22 pm
by nathanecunningham
Bump
Re: FS/FT Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Fri Dec 22, 2017 8:34 pm
by Hankcp10
Pm sent.
Re: FS/FT Besson 995 Prototype
Posted: Sat Dec 23, 2017 7:05 pm
by Seth R.
Dropped a line!