{"product_id":"holton-h279-farkas-professional-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-658120","title":"Holton H279 'Farkas' Professional Double French Horn with Detachable Bell","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolton H279 French Horn Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Holton H279 Farkas is a professional F\/Bb double horn from one of Holton's most established horn lines, valued by players who prefer the breadth and stability associated with the Farkas\/Kruspe design tradition. This model is the detachable-bell version of the H279, making it a practical choice for serious ensemble players who need a full-size professional double horn in a more transportable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolton H279 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\u003eWrap: Kruspe wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .468-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 12.25-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Material: Nickel silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Clear lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Case shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 658120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned French horn is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Service notes document replaced corks. The horn shows normal used cosmetic wear, including fine scratches, scuffs, and localized tarnish or finish wear on the body and bell areas. The hard case and case shoulder strap are included; a mouthpiece is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the H279 French Horn Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H279 is suited to advanced students, serious ensemble players, educators, and professional horn players who want a Kruspe-wrap F\/Bb double horn with a broad, centered tonal concept and the convenience of a detachable bell. It is a good fit for players working in concert band, orchestra, chamber, and teaching settings who prefer the feel and projection of a traditional full double horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Holton H279\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the H279 fit within the Holton Farkas line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H279 is a professional Holton Farkas F\/Bb double horn with a Kruspe wrap and detachable bell. It occupies the same professional family as the fixed-bell H179, while adding the portability of a detachable-bell design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the advantage of the nickel silver construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNickel silver is commonly chosen in professional horn design for durability and a focused tonal core. On a large-throat Kruspe-style horn, it supports a centered sound that many players associate with traditional orchestral horn playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a detachable-bell French horn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detachable bell makes the horn easier to transport and allows it to fit a more compact case format. Many advancing and professional players choose detachable-bell horns for regular travel between rehearsals, lessons, and performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Holtonlogo\/Holtonlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Holtonlogo\/HoltonlogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Holton Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\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":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53572360077677,"sku":"HFH-658120","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7118516.jpg?v=1784313984","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/holton-h279-farkas-professional-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-658120","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}