Re: Besson 981 VS 982


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Posted by Steve Bloom on April 05, 2001 at 22:11:32:

In Reply to: Besson 981 VS 982 posted by tubabass on April 05, 2001 at 10:00:26:

I've owned both the 981 and 982 Besson EEb. The two instruments are identical except for the leadpipe, and added carriage rings on the 982. The 982 has a slightly longer but higher leadpipe, which is offset by being smaller in bore and taper. The 981 has a leadpipe that is larger overall with a slightly slower taper, and it is slightly lower because its acoustical length is shorter. The difference between the two horns is subtle, but the 981 has an overall darker, more diffused sound. The 982 sounds a little brighter and more focused, with a brassier core. The Brits refer to the 982 as a "marching" model because of its higher leadpipe and carriage rings, whereas the 981 is intended for "concert" use. The difference in sound is up to the individual. I installed a 981 leadpipe on the 982 and got the same result as having a 981. Oren Marshall, formerly of the London Brass, used both types depending on what kind of sound he was looking for.


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