{"product_id":"holton-h179-farkas-professional-double-french-horn-in-clear-lacquer-sn-664484","title":"Holton H179 'Farkas' Professional Double French Horn in Clear Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolton H179 Double French Horn Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Holton H179 Farkas is a professional F\/Bb double horn in Holton's long-running Farkas line, a family of Kruspe-wrap horns respected by many horn players for a broad, centered orchestral concept. This particular instrument is identified by its Holton Eastlake, OH Made in U.S.A. engraving and represents the fixed-bell, all-nickel-silver version of the Farkas professional design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolton H179 Double French Horn Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Double French horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: F\/Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: H179 Farkas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap: Kruspe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .468 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 12.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody and Bell Material: Nickel silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Clear lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Farkas mouthpiece, valve oil, hand guard, cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 664484\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is in excellent working order and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It is an open-box demo model instrument with a very clean, glossy presentation and only minor visible surface scratches, scuffs, and handling marks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the H179 Double French Horn Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H179 is intended for advancing, collegiate, and professional horn players who want a traditional American Kruspe-wrap double horn with the tonal density and stability associated with nickel silver construction. Its F\/Bb layout, large-throat bell design, and professional Farkas lineage make it a strong choice for orchestral playing, wind ensemble work, serious study, and players who prefer a broad, centered horn sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Holton H179\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the H179 fit within Holton's Farkas line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H179 is the fixed-bell, all-nickel-silver F\/Bb professional Farkas model with a Kruspe wrap and clear lacquer finish. It sits within Holton's professional double horn offerings as a traditional large-throat Farkas design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Kruspe wrap offer a horn player?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Kruspe-wrap double horn is often chosen by players who want a broad, centered response and a familiar American orchestral layout. The H179 pairs that layout with Holton's Farkas design concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Holton H179 appropriate for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The H179 is listed as a professional F\/Bb double horn and is designed for serious ensemble playing, advanced study, and professional performance settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Holtonlogo\/Holtonlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg align=\"Middle\" alt=\"Holton Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Holtonlogo\/HoltonlogoThumb0.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Holton dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conn Selmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53563102265709,"sku":"H179-CR664484","price":4399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7118282.jpg?v=1784180097","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/holton-h179-farkas-professional-double-french-horn-in-clear-lacquer-sn-664484","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}