J.P. Rath 231 Medium Bore .525 Tenor with 8" Yellow Brass Bell. John Packer is a U.K. based company that outsources manufacturing. Has gained in popularity over the past few years and is known for economy type instruments that are replicas of some of the most popular models of name brands. Thsi Horn is in like new condition. Barely played. Is same size as Bach 36. Excellent all around tenor for student's to advanced players wanting to stay under $1000 for a new horn. Uses a small shank mouthpiece, get's full sound with a 6 1/2AL or similar. Handslide is excellent. Overall the instrument plays very nicely at this price point. Comes with case and mouthpiece. This model sells new online in the U.S. for $889. This particular horn has no issues with appearance or playability and is a value at $795.
