Holton Farkas H379 French Horn

Holton horns offer an alternative in design that creates a great experience for the young or advanced players. With the support of renowned artists including Philip Farkas and Ethel Merker, Holton French horns are among the most popular horns today.

Holton Farkas H379 French Horn

The Holton H379 Horn is an artist-quality instrument at a popular price. With playing characteristics similar to the Farkas H179 Horn, the Holton H379 features a .468" bore combined with a 12.25" large throat nickel silver bell for a dark sound with a centered tone and projection.

All Holton French Horns, including the single and double models, feature valve rotors that are tapered. This is so that as the valve wears, it automatically seats itself. This includes the bearing surfaces axles on each end of the valve and the bearing plates. All Holton French Horn bells are made with overlapped seams. This is much more durable than one made with a butt seam. It also produces a better tone and timbre. This is one of the outstanding characteristics on which Holton USA French Horns developed its reputation.

Specifications

Key: Bb/F
Body Material: Nickel Silver
Bell Size: 12.25" Large Throat
Bell Type: Fixed
Bore Size: .468"
Wrap Style: Kruspe
Lever Action: String
Finish: Nickel
Mouthpiece: Farkas Medium Cup