Owned and played by a veteran of WWI & WWII from Elkhart, Indiana (see note). Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of musical history. Continue Reading
Delivers That Elusive “Big Horn” Sound If you’re aiming for the classic “big horn” sound, then Holton H279’s rich, dark timbre and ringing overtones are just what the doctor ordered. This Farkas-style French horn delivers that coveted centered tone along with a free-blowing feel, thanks to a. 468-inch bore and Kruspe wrap. And true temper makes navigating difficult passages akin to a walk in the park. You’ll also benefit from responsive dynamics and a mellow, velvety tonality, courtesy of the H279’s 12.25-inch, large-throat nickel-silver bell. This horn’s tapered, hand-lapped brass valve rotors ensure a snug fit and tight seal between the valves and casing. The H279 features full string linkage for effortless playability and ultra-quiet operation, plus an eye-grabbing clear lacquer finish.
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Delivers That Elusive “Big Horn” Sound If you’re aiming for the classic “big horn” sound, then Holton H279’s rich, dark timbre and ringing overtones are just what the doctor ordered. This Farkas-style French horn delivers that coveted centered tone along with a free-blowing feel, thanks to a. 468-inch bore and Kruspe wrap. And true temper makes navigating difficult passages akin to a walk in the park. You’ll also benefit from responsive dynamics and a mellow, velvety tonality, courtesy of the H279’s 12.25-inch, large-throat nickel-silver bell. This horn’s tapered, hand-lapped brass valve rotors ensure a snug fit and tight seal between the valves and casing. The H279 features full string linkage for effortless playability and ultra-quiet operation, plus an eye-grabbing clear lacquer finish.
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Delivers That Elusive “Big Horn” Sound If you’re aiming for the classic “big horn” sound, then Holton H279’s rich, dark timbre and ringing overtones are just what the doctor ordered. This Farkas-style French horn delivers that coveted centered tone along with a free-blowing feel, thanks to a. 468-inch bore and Kruspe wrap. And true temper makes navigating difficult passages akin to a walk in the park. You’ll also benefit from responsive dynamics and a mellow, velvety tonality, courtesy of the H279’s 12.25-inch, large-throat nickel-silver bell. This horn’s tapered, hand-lapped brass valve rotors ensure a snug fit and tight seal between the valves and casing. The H279 features full string linkage for effortless playability and ultra-quiet operation, plus an eye-grabbing clear lacquer finish. Continue Reading
Up For Your Consideration Is A Very Nice King Eroica 1170 Nickel Silver Double French Horn! The bell looks good and is very straight. The lead pipe is in good condition. The horn has a very nice sound! Continue Reading
Condition : Used Please check the state through the image. This item is used. This item has been maintained. This is a very rare DEG Bugle “Dynasty II” 2-piston specification. There are some scratches and small dents due to age, but there is no damage that would interfere with playing, and it can still be used in active use. The piston works well and there is no sticking of the tube. It’s a good instrument.
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In mint condition and one owner also passed down to me and don’t know much about this instrument in terms of style or type. Please see pictures and any questions please ask if I can help. Continue Reading
Wichita Band Instrument Company. Holton H-378 Double French Horn. Serial #706566, Made in the USA. Double French horn with a yellow brass body and yellow brass fixed bell; nickel silver leadpipe. No dents or dings on this instrument and lacquer shows almost no wear. The original valves on this horn are still very good. There are minor scratches on the bell-spout. The case almost looks new; not perfect but close. It is a good player, recommended! Wichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. The owners are Kansas natives Gary L. Ray and his two sons. Founded by a woodwind repair technician in 1953, we soon will commence our seventy-first year in business. We’re not a “back bedroom” operation but can report that we are the owners of a proper “brick and mortar” workshop. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace (whichever in our estimation is the more advisable), pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. In the event of cracked or damaged wood sections, we will repair at no cost to the customer or replace the section and charge the customer only for our net costs for the replacement section. Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953! WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS / USA. Continue Reading
