{"product_id":"c-g-conn-8d-professional-f-bb-double-french-horn-in-clear-lacquer-sn-664272","title":"C.G. Conn 8D Professional F\/Bb Double French Horn in Clear Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC.G. Conn 8D Double French Horn Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe C.G. Conn 8D CONNstellation is a long-established professional double horn known for its large-throat, Kruspe-wrap design and broad tonal concept. Its all-nickel-silver construction, substantial sound, and established orchestral tradition have made the 8D a widely recognized choice among professional players, advanced students, and conservatory musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC.G. Conn 8D Double French Horn Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: F\/Bb \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap: Kruspe \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Nickel silver \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Clear lacquer \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .468 inch \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 12.25 inches \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted C.G. Conn hard case \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Holton Farkas mouthpiece, Bach Synthetic+ rotor oil, and hand guard \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 664272 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis open box horn is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument presents in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright, broadly uniform lacquer and intact exterior hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 8D Double French Horn Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Conn 8D is intended for professional players, advanced students, and serious ensemble musicians who favor the breadth, weight, and projection associated with a large-throat Kruspe-wrap horn. It is particularly well suited to orchestral and symphonic playing where a full, enveloping horn sound is desired. Players accustomed to compact Geyer-wrap horns may find the 8D broader in tonal profile and different in resistance and response.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the C.G. Conn 8D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat distinguishes the Conn 8D from a Geyer-wrap double horn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 8D uses a Kruspe wrap and large-throat bell design. This configuration is commonly associated with a broad, substantial tonal profile, while many Geyer-wrap horns emphasize a more compact response and different airflow characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the nickel-silver construction influence the 8D?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eNickel silver is central to the traditional 8D design and contributes to the model's characteristic tonal identity and projection. The result is a sound concept that has long been associated with American orchestral horn playing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the 8D fit within the Conn horn lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 8D is a professional CONNstellation model and one of Conn's best-known double horns. It is designed for advanced orchestral, conservatory, studio, and ensemble use rather than the student market.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/connlogo\/connlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto\" alt=\"Conn Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/connlogo\/connlogoThumb0.jpg\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized C.G. Conn dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conn Selmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67855944155501,"sku":"8D-CR664272","price":4799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/C_G_-Conn-8D-Professional-FBb-Double-French-Horn-in-Clear-Lacquer_a4b9a0a9.jpg?v=1793356452","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/c-g-conn-8d-professional-f-bb-double-french-horn-in-clear-lacquer-sn-664272","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}