Used Holton H178 Double French Horn - 5353XX

Specs

• Key F/Bb
• Bore .468"
• Case: Hard Case Included
• Mouthpieces Holton Farkas MDC mouthpiece included
• Material: Brass branches and bows, solid nickel silver connecting ferrules. Both inside and out solid nickel silver
• Lever Action: String action, short stroke with stainless steel springs
• Valve Rotors: Tapered hand-lapped brass
• Bell: 12.25" diameter, medium-throated hand-hammered yellow brass
• Waterkey: On mouthpipe

From Holton:

"Holton horns offer an alternative in design that creates a great experience for the young or advanced players. This Farkas model offers independent tuning for convenience allowing the player to tune the Bb side of the horn seperately from the F side.

Bright, compact feel and sound with outstanding tonal beauty. Bell proportions provide a dark but singing tone with fine legato characteristics. Yellow brass produces a higher tone color with more overtones and clearer projection. Capable of playing pianissimo staccato notes sensitively, clearly, and evenly.

This Farkas Wrap horn offers a medium throat bell with all nickel silver construction. In addition, the Holton Farkas horns all feature an independent tuning slide for the Bb side of the instrument for convenience. Holton horns also feature tapered rotors which create longevity for the instrument."

 

This double horn came to us in good used condition. Our repair shop removed some dents throughout the horn, and gave the horn an ultrasonic cleaning. It was then properly lubricated and given a final playtest where it was found to be in great playing condition.

There is some minor scratching and wear in the lacquer, but it is in good condition and plays beautifully. This French horn has a tonal beauty perfect for intermediate students or adults looking to get back into horn playing! Come in to our shop to give this horn a try.