{"title":"JP Sterling","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jp377-sterling-eeb-tuba","title":"JP377 Sterling EEb Tuba","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJP377 Sterling EEb Tuba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JP377 Sterling EEb 4 valve compensating tuba is JP's flagship fully compensating EEb Tuba. Developed by Paul Riggett of Sterling  Musical Instruments, the JP377 Sterling EEb Tuba has been built to the highest standard of manufacture and performs to a higher level than previously thought possible in this price range; happily competing against many more expensive tubas. The JP377 Sterling EEb Tuba has been greatly praised by many professional players including Ewan Easton (Tuba, The Halle), Wilfred Driscoll (Music Teacher Magazine) and many others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JP377 Sterling EEb Tuba comes supplied with a Dennis Wick mouthpiece and hard moulded plastic case with wheels. These impact tested hard cases ensure your precious instrument is kept safe whilst providing ease of mobility with hard wheels and an ergonomically placed handle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"creviews-reviews-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNigel Seaton - Principal bass player for Christchurch Symphony Orchestra \u0026amp; Woolston Brass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The quality finish and setup of the new JP377 Sterling EEb tuba is second to none. The sound is big and round and intonation is easily controlled at all dynamics and in all registers. The valves are great - well machined, and with a quick action. The Tuba blends nicely in both the lighter and heavier orchestral repertoire. When playing with the Woolston team, the Sterling EEb Tuba blends smoothly and easily produces the solid platform required by the band”.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"creviews-reviews-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEwan Easton - Tuba - Halle Orchestra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The finish is excellent throughout the range and there is a very well planned and executed progression in quality and responsiveness from entry to professional level.” Grenville Moore from John Packer Ltd met up with Ewan Easton from the Halle to review the John Packer range of tubas. “99% of players could not out perform this instrument.” Ewan praised the build quality, high quality valves with a good hand position, the responsiveness, and the pedal range. “Everything works on this instrument. It has a full range with a singing quality. The notes are easy to centre, it’s easy to play. The effective compensating system aids excellent tuning.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"creviews-reviews-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWilfred Driscoll - Tuba - Freelance musician with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Scottish National Orchestra and London Symphony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The sound is big and round while still retaining control over clarity and articulation, especially in the higher register. The instrument felt at home in both the lighter and heavier orchestral repertoire and is an excellent all-rounder. It is very clear to see that the John Packer makers, along with Paul Riggett of Sterling musical instruments, have spent a great deal of time dealing with the traditional problems of these instruments and have come up with fantastic solutions. Anyone looking to buy a bass should take a serious look at this range as the quality and price are very hard to beat.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brass Direct","offers":[{"title":"Lacquer","offer_id":45834017145029,"sku":"JP377 STERLING L","price":11999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":45834017177797,"sku":"JP377STERLING S","price":13999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7259\/8213\/files\/JP377-Tuba-InstrumentShot.jpg?v=1771228025"},{"product_id":"jp378-sterling-bbb-tuba","title":"JP378 Sterling BBb Tuba","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJP378 Sterling BBb Tuba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JP378 Sterling BBb Tuba is JP's flagship BBb compensating tuba. Developed alongside Paul Riggett of Sterling Musical Instruments, the JP378 Sterling has been built to the highest standard of manufacture and performs to a higher level than previously thought possible in this price range; happily competing against many more expensive tubas. The JP378 Sterling BBb Tuba has been greatly praised by many notable players including Ewan Easton (Tuba, The Halle), Gordon Eddison and many others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JP378 Sterling BBb Tuba comes supplied with a Dennis Wick mouthpiece and hard moulded plastic case with wheels. These impact tested hard cases ensure your precious instrument is kept safe whilst providing ease of mobility with hard wheels and an ergonomically placed handle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"creviews-reviews-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGordon Eddison - Ex Imps, Hammonds, YBS, and Carlton Main\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It was a rare pleasure to meet up with a new BBb on the market. Especially one that blew so well straight away. The new JP378 Sterling in lacquer came straight out of the wrapper and felt right, the fourth valve was sensibly placed and the playing position didn't tug at my dodgy back either. I was curious to see it had a tapered lead pipe that fed into a valve block that was very well laid out and used straight through piping where possible. It looked well made with a decent finish. So far, so good then. It got better when I gave it a decent blow in all registers and on full volume it didn't break up and produced one of the nicest tones I have heard for quite a while. Played quietly, it was a really nice blow. It was in tune also – without messing with the first valve slide “a la Sovereign”. I was pleased that the stays and construction were beefed up, apparently taking account of having a hard life in front of it. It came in a robust, wheeled hard case, which had decent sized wheels and had good fittings inside (including a music compartment). Only criticism were the rather strong valve springs fitted to this one. The valves didn't look as though they needed them this strong, sure they will wear in but I would try weaker ones. Would I like one? Yes. Would I swap a Sovereign for one? Probably yes, especially considering this would cost me nearly a new euphonium short of the Sovereign. It seems another collaboration with quality instrument makers Sterling has produced the goods. I would happily take one anywhere and would expect it to match well with any other bass out there.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEwan Easton - Tuba - Halle Orchestra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Rolls-Royce valves” was the immediate comment. “This will take one heck of a player to find its limits.” Ewan’s house seemed to rattle as he took the instrument through its paces, finding extremes of range at the bottom that I could not comprehend. “What a sound!” “This instrument also looks wonderful. The finish is excellent and it appears very robust. The well-fitting slides suggest good engineering. The value for money is simply unbeatable.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWilfred Driscoll - Tuba - Freelance musician with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Scottish National Orchestra and London Sym\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Packer’s most recent addition to their range is the JP378 BBb bass. I was astonished by how good this instrument is! The British brass band style BBb bass has always been an unwieldy beast: every instrument seems to have different characteristics, it is usually very hard work to achieve a good round sound, and, personally, I feel very tired after playing one even for a short time. This instrument is totally different. All the handholds are in just the right place, the fourth valve is within easy reach, as is as the leadpipe, and there are no worries about it falling off the chair. I felt that I could play this instrument all day. It produces a fantastic sound with a good solid core and it is in tune all the way up the scale. It is very clear to see that the John Packer makers, along with Paul Riggett of Sterling musical instruments, have spent a great deal of time dealing with the traditional problems of these instruments and have come up with fantastic solutions. Anyone looking to buy a bass should take a serious look at this range as the quality and price are very hard to beat.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brass Direct","offers":[{"title":"Lacquer","offer_id":45834018980037,"sku":"JP378STERLING L","price":16999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":45834019012805,"sku":"JP378STERLING S","price":18999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7259\/8213\/files\/JP378Sterling-Instrument-shot-Lacquer.jpg?v=1771228050"},{"product_id":"jp372-sterling-tenor-horn-eb","title":"JP372 Sterling Tenor Horn Eb","description":"The JP372 Sterling is John Packer's flagship Eb Tenor Horn. Created in collaboration with Paul Riggett of Sterling Musical Instruments, the JP372 represents a fusion of professional level Sterling components and design with the affordability and durability normally associated with the JP brand. Widely respected as one of the leading designers and manufacturers of brass instruments in the UK, Paul previously worked as a production manager at Boosey \u0026amp; Hawkes before creating Sterling Musical Instruments in 1987. The JP372 Sterling features a variety of exclusive Sterling design components that have managed to capture the spirit of Sterling within a JP Instrument. Constructed entirely from high grade 80:20 brass the instrument features a hand spun bell providing players with beautiful warm sound. A custom Sterling lead pipe ensures a truly professional sound.\u003cbr\u003eThe JP372 Sterling Eb Tenor Horn has a .466 bore and a hand spun 8\" bell. Stainless steel valves are provided as standard ensuring a long lasting and durable valve action. The instrument also includes a lyre box, bell ring and 4 water keys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JP372 Sterling is supplied with a Denis Wick mouthpiece, Ultrapure maintenance and lubricant pack and high quality hard case. Constructed from shatter proof plastic, the case includes 3 hard wearing clasps (2 locking) and several small internal storage compartments, perfect for small accessories and maintenance equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured to a high quality standard as is expected with all JP Instruments, the JP372 Sterling is guaranteed for 12 months against faulty manufacturing or materials and is fully tested prior to sale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: .466\" (11.84mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 8\" (203.20mm), High Grade 80:20 Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: Stainless steel valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterkeys: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Lacquer, Silver Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional features: Lyre box, Hand spun bell, Bell ring,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with: Denis Wick Mouthpiece, Hard case, Ultra-Pure maintenance kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brass Direct","offers":[{"title":"Lacquer","offer_id":45834043752645,"sku":"JP372L Sterling","price":3099.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver Plate","offer_id":45834043785413,"sku":"JP372S Sterling","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7259\/8213\/files\/JP372-e1424982529278.jpg?v=1771229117"},{"product_id":"jp373-baritone-horn","title":"JP373 Baritone Horn Bb Sterling Designed","description":"The JP373 Baritone Horn Sterling represents JP's flagship professional baritone horn for players wanting the highest performance from their instrument. Developed in collaboration with Paul Riggett of Sterling Musical Instruments, the JP373 Sterling raises the bar of what was thought possible in its price bracket. Widely respected as one of the leading designers and manufacturers of brass instruments in the UK, Paul previously worked as a production manager at Boosey \u0026amp; Hawkes before creating Sterling Musical Instruments in 1987. The JP373 Sterling Bb Baritone Horn incorporates an exclusively designed trademark Sterling leadpipe. Designed and manufactured in the same location as the new JP RATH collaboration, Paul Riggett from Sterling has overseen the design of this new edition to the JP Brass range using many of the techniques that he has perfected for his own Sterling professional range of brass instruments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing only the highest specification of components, the JP373 Sterling is constructed from high grade 80:20 brass throughout adding to its rich and warm sound. A 9.5\" bell and 0.547\" bore help give it a balanced resistance whilst providing superior sound projection. 3 bottom sprung monel valves with nylon guides help ensure a smooth and free action.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure maximum performance straight out of the case, the JP373 Sterling is supplied with a DW6BS mouthpiece and rigid plastic case. Manufactured in Germany, the hard case ensures maximum protection for your instrument. Sturdy lockable clasps and an internal storage compartment are included as standard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured to a high quality standard as is expected with all JP Instruments, the JP373 Sterling Bb Baritone Horn is guaranteed for 12 months against faulty manufacturing or materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: High Grade 80:20 Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: 0.547\" (13.89mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 9.5\" (241.30mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: 3 bottom sprung monel valves (nylon guides)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterkeys: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Lacquer, Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional features: Compensating system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with: DW6BS Mouthpiece, hard molded plastic case, Ultra-Pure maintenance kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brass Direct","offers":[{"title":"lacquer","offer_id":45834043949253,"sku":"JP373STERLING L","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"silver-plate","offer_id":45834043982021,"sku":"JP373STERLING S","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/7259\/8213\/files\/JP373-Copy.jpg?v=1771229147"},{"product_id":"jp374-euphonium","title":"JP374 Euphonium Bb Designed by Sterling","description":"The JP374 Euphonium Sterling is JP's flagship 4 valve fully compensating professional level Bb Euphonium. Created in collaboration with Paul Riggett of Sterling Brass, the JP374 Sterling represents a fusion of professional level Sterling components and design with the affordability and durability normally associated with the JP brand. Widely respected as one of the leading designers and manufacturers of brass instruments in the UK, Paul previously worked as a production manager at Boosey \u0026amp; Hawkes before creating Sterling Musical Instruments in 1987. The JP374 Sterling Euphonium incorporates an exclusively designed trademark Sterling leadpipe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JP374 Sterling Bb Euphonium is constructed from high grade 80:20 brass throughout and features a 12\" bell for superior sound projection. As expected from an instrument of this level, the JP374 is fully compensating and includes a 3+1 bottom sprung valve system enabling an alternative fingering system. With high quality components and a pedigree many other makers cannot match, the JP374 Sterling offers players a professional level instrument at a highly affordable price.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe JP374 Sterling is supplied with a Denis Wick 4Al mouthpiece, ultra-pure maintenance kit and high quality hard case, constructed in Germany. The case features a hard exterior shell and soft internal padding including a seal-able compartment for storing small accessories and cleaning equipment. The case's construction includes hard molded wheels and lockable clasps. Ergonomic handles are well placed and feel of a high quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured to a high quality standard as is expected with all JP Instruments, The JP374 Sterling Bb Euphonium is guaranteed for 12 months against faulty manufacturing or materials and is fully tested prior to sale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: .580\" (14.73mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 12\" (304.8mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: 3+1 bottom sprung valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterkeys: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Lacquer, Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional features: Fully compensating system, High grade 80:20 brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with: Denis Wick 4AL Mouthpiece, hard case, Ultra-Pure maintenance kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMike Howley, Solo Euphonium with the Desford Colliery Band, formerly Solo Euphonium with Brighouse \u0026amp; Rastrick and Yorkshire Building Society (YBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A triumph of engineering! How can such quality be so affordable? I have been using the euphonium as a soloist and in brass band and it is at home in both environments. The tone is true at the extremes of pitch and throughout the dynamic range. The Euphonium is all about sound. With the JP Sterling Euphonium I can create the very personal sound which is in my heart, in my soul. 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