{"product_id":"s-e-shires-shr200-u-custom-geyer-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-124","title":"S.E. Shires SHR200-U Custom Geyer Double French Horn with Detachable Bell","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires SHR200-U Double French Horn Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires SHR200-U Custom Geyer double horn is a professional F\/Bb instrument in the Shires Custom horn line, built for players who want a centered, articulate horn with the clarity and immediacy associated with Geyer-wrap designs. This unlacquered Custom model will be of interest to advanced and professional horn players who appreciate Shires build quality and a responsive raw-brass playing feel without unnecessary ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires SHR200-U 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 wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .468 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 12.5 inch handspun medium-throat yellow brass detachable bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: Rotax valve\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: 124\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 playing order and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It was used briefly as a short-term loaner to a high-level professional and remains in excellent overall condition. The unlacquered brass shows light handling wear, including fine surface scratches, fingerprints, smudges, and mild tarnish variation consistent with short-term handling of raw brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the SHR200-U Double French Horn Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHR200-U is suited to advanced students, collegiate players, and professional horn players who want a serious F\/Bb double horn with a Geyer-style tonal concept. Its design favors clarity, focus, and responsive articulation, making it a strong fit for orchestral playing, chamber work, wind ensemble use, and serious study where stability and tonal definition matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires SHR200-U\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat distinguishes the SHR200-U within the Shires horn line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHR200-U is part of the Shires Custom Series horn lineup and is specified as an F\/Bb double horn with a Geyer wrap, Rotax valve, detachable yellow brass bell, and unlacquered finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a Geyer wrap affect the playing concept?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeyer-wrap double horns are often chosen by players who want a clear, direct response with a focused core. The feel is different from Kruspe-style designs, so the best choice depends on the player's tonal goals and resistance preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should a player expect from an unlacquered horn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlacquered brass develops patina, fingerprints, and tonal variation more quickly than lacquered brass. Many players value the direct feel, while others prefer the more stable appearance of a lacquered finish.\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":53563202568557,"sku":"SHR200U-124","price":8999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7118370.jpg?v=1784181849","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/s-e-shires-shr200-u-custom-geyer-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell-sn-124","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}