{"product_id":"s-e-shires-shr200-u-custom-geyer-wrap-double-french-horn-with-detachable-bell","title":"S.E. Shires SHR200-U Custom Geyer Wrap Double French Horn with Detachable Bell","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1783703220781_308\" class=\"row sqs-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1783703220781_812\" class=\"col sqs-col-7 span-7\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-9809e65b19036e98f22f\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\" data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\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 is a Custom Series F\/B♭ double French horn built by hand in Holliston, Massachusetts, designed around a classic Geyer wrap with an open, resonant feel and a broad tonal palette. This model pairs a handspun, medium-throat, yellow-brass detachable flare bell with an H1 leadpipe for a stable, centered response across registers, while precision Rotax rotary valves with string linkages support clean articulation and an immediate connection to the sound. Finished in unlacquered raw brass, the SHR200-U is built for players who want flexibility, projection, and consistent response in professional settings.\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\u003eKey: F\/B♭ double horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: .476 in (12.1 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrap: Geyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: Handspun, medium-throat, yellow-brass detachable flare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValves: Rotax rotary valves, string linkages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve slides: All yellow brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipe: H1 leadpipe, .300 venturi, yellow brass; modular mouthpiece receiver for US and Euro shank mouthpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Unlacquered raw brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: S.E. Shires horn case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, care kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew. This instrument has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our brass specialists to confirm proper valve function, slide fit, and overall performance.\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 S.E. Shires SHR200-U is a Custom Series Geyer-wrap F\/B♭ double French horn designed for advanced students, university players, and working professionals who need a flexible core sound and consistent response in ensemble and solo contexts. Its open, free-blowing feel supports players who prefer a horn that speaks quickly and allows a wide range of color without fighting resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handspun medium-throat bell flare and all yellow-brass valve slides contribute to a cohesive, warm-meets-clear tonal balance, while the H1 leadpipe helps maintain centered pitch and stability across registers. Rotax valves and string linkages emphasize precision and clean articulation, making this model a practical choice for orchestral, chamber, and studio work where clarity and control 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 does “Geyer wrap” mean on the SHR200-U?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eGeyer wrap refers to a classic double-horn layout known for an open feel, efficient airflow, and strong clarity and projection. On the SHR200-U, that design supports a broad palette of tone colors with a quick response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the effect of an unlacquered finish on my horn?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAn unlacquered finish allows the raw brass to remain exposed rather than sealed beneath a protective lacquer coating. Many players feel this creates a more immediate, resonant response with a broader spectrum of overtones and a slightly more “alive” feel under the hands, though the tonal difference is subtle and highly subjective. Over time, the instrument develops a natural patina as the brass oxidizes, giving each horn a unique appearance that many musicians find aesthetically appealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my mouthpiece fit the SHR200-U?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe SHR200-U includes a modular mouthpiece receiver designed to accept both US and Euro shank mouthpieces, allowing compatibility with common professional mouthpiece standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; 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. 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