Besson
United Kingdom, est. 1860s · 23 products across 1 categories
About Besson
Besson is a venerable British manufacturer of professional brass instruments, steeped in a history of innovation and craftsmanship dating back to the 19th century. Originally part of the Besson-Haquet family of instrument makers, the brand is renowned for its robust construction, dark tonal qualities, and the legacy of iconic designs that have graced concert halls and orchestras worldwide. Today, Besson maintains a reputation for producing instruments favored by leading players.
- • Exceptional build quality and durability
- • Dark, resonant, and powerful tone
- • Excellent projection and intonation
- • Historically significant and respected brand
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
- • Can feel heavier than some competitors’ instruments
- • Historically traditional designs may not appeal to all
- • Maintenance can be specialized and costly
Besson Products
Besson BE157-2-0 Prodige 157 Alto H.
Alto-/Baritone Horns
Besson BE157-1-0 Prodige 157 Alto H.
Alto-/Baritone Horns
Besson BE955-2 Bb- Baritone Horn
Alto-/Baritone Horns
Besson BE186-1-0 Prodige Bb-Tuba
Bb Tubas
Besson BE2029-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet
Bb Cornets
Besson BE967 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE2052-1 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE969T-2 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE767-2 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE767-1 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson 20522-8G-0 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE994-2 Sovereign Bb-Tuba
Bb Tubas
Besson BE982-2 Sovereign Eb-Tuba
Eb Tubas
Besson BE2050-2 Prestige Alto Horn S
Alto-/Baritone Horns
Besson BE924-2 Sovereign Eb-Cornet
Eb Cornets
Besson BE2056 Baritone Horn S
Alto-/Baritone Horns
Besson BE967-2 S Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE928G-2 Sovereign Bb-Cornet
Bb Cornets
Besson BE928-1 Sovereign Bb-Cornet
Bb Cornets
Besson BE2052-2 Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE994-1 Sovereign Bb-Tuba
Bb Tubas
Besson BE967T S Bb-Euphonium
Compensating Euphoniums
Besson BE2028-2 Prestige Bb-Cornet
Bb Cornets
Frequently Asked Questions About Besson
Besson instruments are primarily manufactured in Brierley, West Yorkshire, England, with some components sourced from Europe to maintain quality and tradition.
Besson instruments, due to their robust construction and valve design, generally require regular maintenance, and specialized repair work may be needed, which can be more costly than some other brands.
The ‘Falstaff’ designation represents a specific, historically significant line of Besson cornets, known for their distinctive voicing and projection – a hallmark of Besson's golden era of cornet production.
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