Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn in F/Bb with Screw/Detachable Bell, Nickel/Silver. The Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn produces the truly centered tone sought by all, and its true temper makes it a delight to fly over even the most difficult passages with especially good center and projection. This free-blowing horn features an open, rich, dark, mellow, and velvety tone plus a little overtone of a ringing quality with a brighter sound up close. Also featured is a screw/detachable bell for convenience of travel – instead of a case formed to the shape of the horn, the detachable bell allows for a compact, rectangular design. Case: Hard Shell (24.5″ L x 15.25″ W x 6.75 H). 336, Cup 12 (new – never used, still in original packaging). Condition: Very Good – this horn has been gently used and well cared for. It does not have any dents, and the only noticeable wear is in the bell where the player places their hand.
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Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn in F/Bb with Screw/Detachable Bell, Nickel/Silver. The Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn produces the truly centered tone sought by all, and its true temper makes it a delight to fly over even the most difficult passages with especially good center and projection. This free-blowing horn features an open, rich, dark, mellow, and velvety tone plus a little overtone of a ringing quality with a brighter sound up close. Also featured is a screw/detachable bell for convenience of travel – instead of a case formed to the shape of the horn, the detachable bell allows for a compact, rectangular design. Case: Hard Shell (24.5″ L x 15.25″ W x 6.75 H). 336, Cup 12 (new – never used, still in original packaging). Condition: Very Good – this horn has been gently used and well cared for. It does not have any dents, and the only noticeable wear is in the bell where the player places their hand. Continue Reading
Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn in F/Bb with Screw/Detachable Bell, Nickel/Silver. The Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn produces the truly centered tone sought by all, and its true temper makes it a delight to fly over even the most difficult passages with especially good center and projection. This free-blowing horn features an open, rich, dark, mellow, and velvety tone plus a little overtone of a ringing quality with a brighter sound up close. Also featured is a screw/detachable bell for convenience of travel – instead of a case formed to the shape of the horn, the detachable bell allows for a compact, rectangular design. Case: Hard Shell (24.5″ L x 15.25″ W x 6.75 H). 336, Cup 12 (new – never used, still in original packaging). Condition: Very Good – this horn has been gently used and well cared for. It does not have any dents, and the only noticeable wear is in the bell where the player places their hand. Continue Reading
Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn in F/Bb with Screw/Detachable Bell, Nickel/Silver. The Holton H279 Farkas Professional Model Double French Horn produces the truly centered tone sought by all, and its true temper makes it a delight to fly over even the most difficult passages with especially good center and projection. This free-blowing horn features an open, rich, dark, mellow, and velvety tone plus a little overtone of a ringing quality with a brighter sound up close. Also featured is a screw/detachable bell for convenience of travel – instead of a case formed to the shape of the horn, the detachable bell allows for a compact, rectangular design. Case: Hard Shell (24.5″ L x 15.25″ W x 6.75 H). 336, Cup 12 (new – never used, still in original packaging). Condition: Very Good – this horn has been gently used and well cared for. It does not have any dents, and the only noticeable wear is in the bell where the player places their hand.
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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
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
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
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
