Holton H378 'Farkas' Double French Horn
The Holton H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn offers musicians an instrument steeped in the rich tradition of Holton's craftsmanship. Designed for players advancing in their musical journey, this horn embodies a balance between playability and tonal quality. It features the Farkas wrap, allowing for independent tuning of the Bb and F sides, providing versatile tonal adjustments. This model caters to a wide range of musical contexts, delivering clarity and ease of play.
The H378's distinct bright and compact sound, coupled with its capacity for refined pianissimo staccato execution, makes it a favorite among horn players. Hand-fitted rotary valves ensure quick responsiveness, while the lacquered brass finish gives it a classic sheen. Crafted with a hand-hammered yellow brass bell and nickel silver slides, the instrument's projection and craftsmanship are tailored for both ensemble settings and solo performances, making it suitable for dedicated intermediate to advanced musicians
H378 Key Features
- Condition: Lightly used display horn with no cosmetic wear
- Model: H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn
- Key of Bb/F double
- .468" bore
- 12-1/4" diameter, hand-hammered, yellow brass bell
- Large throat .310 venturi of yellow brass
- Noiseless string action, short stroke with stainless steel springs
- Tapered hand-lapped rotors
- Slides are nickel silver inside and out
- Lacquered brass finish
- Case: Original case
- Accessories: Farkas MC mouthpiece, valve oil, hand guard, and polish cloth
- Professionally serviced, set upd, and play-tested.
We are proud to be an authorized Holton dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Holton Model H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn
Holton H378 'Farkas' Double French Horn
The Holton H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn offers musicians an instrument steeped in the rich tradition of Holton's craftsmanship. Designed for players advancing in their musical journey, this horn embodies a balance between playability and tonal quality. It features the Farkas wrap, allowing for independent tuning of the Bb and F sides, providing versatile tonal adjustments. This model caters to a wide range of musical contexts, delivering clarity and ease of play.
The H378's distinct bright and compact sound, coupled with its capacity for refined pianissimo staccato execution, makes it a favorite among horn players. Hand-fitted rotary valves ensure quick responsiveness, while the lacquered brass finish gives it a classic sheen. Crafted with a hand-hammered yellow brass bell and nickel silver slides, the instrument's projection and craftsmanship are tailored for both ensemble settings and solo performances, making it suitable for dedicated intermediate to advanced musicians
H378 Key Features
- Condition: Lightly used display horn with no cosmetic wear
- Model: H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn
- Key of Bb/F double
- .468" bore
- 12-1/4" diameter, hand-hammered, yellow brass bell
- Large throat .310 venturi of yellow brass
- Noiseless string action, short stroke with stainless steel springs
- Tapered hand-lapped rotors
- Slides are nickel silver inside and out
- Lacquered brass finish
- Case: Original case
- Accessories: Farkas MC mouthpiece, valve oil, hand guard, and polish cloth
- Professionally serviced, set upd, and play-tested.
We are proud to be an authorized Holton dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Holton Model H378 'Farkas' Intermediate Double French Horn
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.