Besson 2050 Prestige Althoorn
- Key : Eb
- Bore : .466" / 11,84 mm
- Bell : Hand-hammered yellow or gold brass 8" / 203 mm
- Valves : 3 Top sprung hand-lapped Monel pistons
- Waterkeys : 3 lever-style forged
- Weight : 4lb, 10oz / 2100g
- Features : Main tuning slide trigger (left-hand middle finger action), gold-plated finger buttons, caps, triggers, and waterkeys
- Outfit : Deluxe hard wood-shell case with shoulder straps and external accessory pouch, lyre, micro-fiber cloth, Alliance mouthpiece, valve oil, heavy caps and finger buttons
- Finish : Clear lacquer
The Prestige 2050 tenor horn is still the market leader in tenor horn design. The addition of the main tuning slide trigger is just one of the superb new developments that makes this horn such a winner. Recent modifications to the lead pipe and the ergonomics of the trigger position have ensured the Prestige will satisfy all its devotees. Its luxuriant, opulent tone helps blend both sides of the brass band together.
The Besson 2050 Prestige Althoorn has an array of tonal possibilities, from the softest whispering pianissimo, through broad mezzo dynamics to the strongest fortissimos, never sacrificing tonal beauty and elegance. The finish to the Prestige horn with its elegant gold trimmings set against bright silver plating is an added feature, meaning it looks as good as it sounds.
