{"product_id":"s-e-shires-211-u-custom-professional-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-142","title":"S.E. Shires 211-U Custom Professional Double French Horn with Detachable Bell","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires 211U Double French Horn Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires 211U Custom double horn is a professional F\/Bb instrument from the Shires Custom Series, built around a Geyer-Knopf wrap with nickel trim. Shires horns are made for serious players who value a centered response, efficient airflow, and refined brass construction, and the 211U configuration gives orchestral and advanced horn players a distinctive choice within the modern professional double horn category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires 211U Double French Horn Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: F\/Bb double French horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap: Geyer-Knopf wrap with nickel trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .468 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 12.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Material: Handspun medium-throat yellow brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Unlacquered brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe backpack case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece and Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 142\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Never Owned instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It was used only as a short-term loaner to a high-level professional and remains in excellent overall condition, with light scratches, handling marks, and normal early surface variation on the unlacquered brass. A deluxe backpack case, mouthpiece, and Ultra-Pure Maintenance Kit are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 211U Double French Horn Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 211U is intended for advanced and professional horn players who want a Shires Custom Series F\/Bb double horn with the focus and openness associated with a Geyer-Knopf layout. Its unlacquered brass finish will appeal to players who prefer the direct feel and natural patina of raw brass, while the professional custom build makes it appropriate for orchestral playing, chamber music, high-level study, and serious ensemble work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires 211U\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Geyer-Knopf wrap offer a professional horn player?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Geyer-Knopf wrap is commonly chosen by players who want an efficient, open-feeling F\/Bb double horn with clear projection and a balanced response. The 211U adds nickel trim to this layout, giving it a distinct configuration within the Shires Custom Series horn lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does an unlacquered brass finish affect ownership?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlacquered brass has no protective lacquer layer, so it will naturally darken and develop patina with handling and time. Many players choose this finish for its direct tactile feel and its traditional professional appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this horn aimed at students or professional players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a professional-level Shires Custom Series double horn. It is best suited to advanced students, teachers, orchestral players, and serious horn players who need a full F\/Bb double horn for demanding repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"S.E. Shires Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized S.E. Shires dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53572077420909,"sku":"SHR211U-142","price":7649.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7131882.jpg?v=1786505977","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/s-e-shires-211-u-custom-professional-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-142","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}