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| Student Horn Lacquered brass body, rose brass mouthpipe, tapered rotary valves, nickel sleeved outer tuning slides, .472" bore, 11.9" bell |
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Student Horn Lacquered brass body, rose brass mouthpipe, tapered rotary valves, nickel sleeved outer tuning slides, .472" bore, 11.9" bell |
| Student Horn The taper of the leadpipe improves response and intonation throughout the instrument. The wrap of this model allows for a more comfortable hand position and smoother air flow. The use of nickel silver inner and outer slides ensures better fit and less chance of corrosion because nickel-silver is harder and more durable than brass. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. Lightweight and least complicated horn to play. The single F horn is preferred for beginners because of its weight and simple configuration. Rich, warm tone: Superb flexibility Easy response Accurate intonation |
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Intermediate Horn The taper of the leadpipe improves response and intonation throughout the instrument. The wrap of this model allows for a more comfortable hand position and smoother air flow. The use of nickel silver inner and outer slides ensures better fit and less chance of corrosion because nickel-silver is harder and more durable than brass. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. The 4th rotor thumb lever can be adjusted to fit any hand size from small student hands to large adult hands. The ease with which this horn may be played makes it ideal for students. The combination of the secure high register, strong projection, and quick attack of the Bb horn with the rich, warm timbre of the F horn make the double horn ideal for most playing situations. The YHR-567 horn is available with a detachable bell (YHR-567D |
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Professional Horn Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. Warm, clear sound Great tone color flexibility with rich, focused core. Accurate intonation Comfortable, quick response Excellent sound in all registers The combination of the secure high register, strong projection, and quick attack of the Bb horn with the rich, warm timbre of the F horn make the double horn ideal for most playing situations. The YHR-667 horn is available with a detachable bell (YHR-667D). |
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Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. Hollow valve rotors provide quick, free response. Rotors made of phosphor bronze resist corrosion. A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. The long leadpipe delivers remarkably accurate and balanced intonation. The combination of the secure high register, strong projection, and quick attack of the Bb horn with the rich, warm timbre of the F horn make the double horn ideal for most playing situations. Excellent sound in all registers The combination of the secure high register, strong projection, and quick attack of the Bb horn with the rich, warm timbre of the F horn make the double horn ideal for most playing situations. Available feature The YHR-667V horn is available with a detachable bell (YHR-667VS). |
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Hand-lapped rotary valves and slides Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammered and annealed bell Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. Cyclical bore A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. Strong sound Deep, warm tone colors Secure note centers Impeccable intonation Excellent sound in all registers The combination of the secure high register, strong projection, and quick attack of the Bb horn with the rich, warm timbre of the F horn make the double horn ideal for most playing situations. Available features The YHR-668II horn is available in nickel silver (YHR-668NII; both models are available with a detachable bell (YHR-668DII and YHR-668NDII). |
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Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. Rotors made of phosphor bronze resist corrosion. A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage Secure note centers Accurate pitch Even response Tonal clarity and flexibility The tonal clarity and flexibility of the YHR-881 makes it ideal for baroque music, chamber music, and orchestral music because it overcomes the low-range difficulties typical of descant horns by additionally serving as a single Bb horn. The YHR-882 improves on this feature even further by adding the F natural valve to give more body to the tone in the low register. The innovative thumb valve configuration on the YHR-881 replaces linked valves, thereby reducing friction, promoting faster response, producing exquisite sound, and improving hand comfort. The combination of the secure high register and quick attack of the descant horn with the rich, warm timbre of the single Bb horn make the double descant horn ideal for many playing situations. The YHR-881 horn is available with a F natural 6th rotary valve (YHR-882). Both models are available with a detachable screw bell. All models are available by special order only. |
| Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. Hollow valve rotors provide quick, free response. Rotors made of phosphor bronze resist corrosion. A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. The long leadpipe delivers remarkably accurate and balanced intonation. The innovative thumb valve configuration on the YHR-891 replaces linked valves, thereby reducing friction, promoting faster response, producing exquisite sound, and improving hand comfort. The intonation problems normally associated with the triple horn have been eliminated. The combination of the long rotor valve, dual plane valve, and tubing configuration create a unique shape and size for the triple horn. The combination of the secure high register and quick attack of the descant horn with the rich, warm timbre of the single Bb horn make the double descant horn ideal for many playing situations. The YHR-891 horn is available with a 6th rotary A/plus stop valve (YHR-892D). Both models are also available with a detachable screw bell. All models are available by special order only. |
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Conn 6D Artist Double French Horn (Intermediate) One of the best values in the double horn market, this Artist model horn has professional features in an instrument that is easy to control. Perfect for the intermediate student looking for their first double horn. Key of F/Bb, .468" bore, 12" yellow brass bell, nickel outer slides, tapered rotors and bearings, clear lacquer finish. Conn 2 mouthpiece. |
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Conn 8D Series Pro French Horn (Professional) Conn 8D. The Conn 8D Series French Horn is one of the most popular double French horn with most professional players. This CONNstellation F horn features a large throat bell and nickel finish for a more open, dark sound with a subtle response. The Conn 8D horn is a perfect choice for any playing situation, from small chamber ensembles to concert band and symphony orchestra work. The 8D is availabe with a nickel silver fixed bell (8D), screw bell (8DS), Rose brass bell (8DR), Rose brass screw bell (8DRS) or fixed yellow brass bell (8DY). |
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Conn 9D Series Pro Horn Based on the original CONNstellation Model 8D the most listened-to horn in the world, developed in the late 1930s. It has long been the horn of choice in LA recording studios. Its rich, full tone can be controlled even at dynamic extremes making it a favorite with leading orchestral horn players as well. Key of F/Bb, .468 bore, 12-1/4 large-throat bell, all nickel, tapered rotors and bearings, fully mechanical change valve, adjustable levers, and clear lacquer finish. 7BW mouthpiece. Standard model. |
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Conn 10D Series Pro Horn Based on the original CONNstellation Model 8D the most listened-to horn in the world, developed in the late 1930s. It has long been the horn of choice in LA recording studios. Its rich, full tone can be controlled even at dynamic extremes making it a favorite with leading orchestral horn players as well. Key of F/Bb, .468 bore, 12-1/4 large-throat bell, all nickel, tapered rotors and bearings, fully mechanical change valve, adjustable levers, and clear lacquer finish. 7BW mouthpiece. Standard model. |
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Conn 11D Series Pro Horn Symphony, in F/Bb (reversible), .468" (11.89mm) bore, 12" (305mm) mediumthroat yellow brass bell, tapered rotors and bearings, lacquer finish, 7BWmouthpiece, deluxe hardshell case. For those preferring a Geyer-style horn(change valve following the main valve cluster), the 11D produces a rich, butbrilliant sound, slightly more open than the 10D. Full warranty. |
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The Merker-Matic, as the Ethel Merker model is affectionately known, is a premium double French horn impeccably crafted to offer the ultimate in craftsmanship and tonal splendor. Design features such as its newly designed 4th branch, dual bore, and mouthpipe tapers lead professionals to claim an ease of blowing in all registers as well as an exceptionally quick response and a smooth, precise legato. For those who prefer a brass horn, the Merker-Matic is available as model H183. A genuine Holton Farkas MC silver-plated mouthpiece and slim-line wood-shell case are included. Specifications: Key: H175: F-Bb H183: F-Bb with reversible 4th rotor to Bb-F Pitch: A445 with independent Bb tuning Bore: F: 11.89 mm (.468") Bb: 11.68 mm (.460") Mouthpipe: Newly developed taper with .306 venturi of nickel silver Lever action: Noiseless string action, short stroke with stainless steel springs Valve rotors: Tapered hand-lapped brass with nickel-silver outside casings Bearing plates: Tapered brass Material: Solid nickel-silver Slides: Both inside and outside are hand-lapped nickel silver with rolled bead rings; short-length recessed slides allow for quick removal Bell: 12.25" diameter large-throated hand-hammered specially annealed with overlapping seam Waterkeys: One on mouthpipe and one on 3rd Bb slide Options: Extra-long main and Bb tuning slides; H175 available with reversable 4th valve that permits changing from F-Bb to Bb-F as model H175ER; H175 available with detachable bell and flat case as model H275 Holton Merker-Matic Double French |
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The Holton Farkas French Horn is one of the most popular series among players as well as a great instrument for schools. With the different models to choose from, a player can find the horn that matches their playing needs and styles Model H177 Model H178 Model 179 (This is our best selling Farkas Horn) Model H180 Model H181 |
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