Yamaha YHR-871DU Double French Horn Overview
The Yamaha YHR-871DU is a professional F/Bb double horn from Yamaha's Custom series, developed for advanced orchestral and ensemble playing. The YHR-871 design combines the flexibility of a full double horn with Yamaha's established approach to precision, consistency, and professional brass instrument construction. Its detachable bell supports compact transport, while the factory-unlacquered yellow brass allows the surface to develop a natural patina through use.
Yamaha YHR-871DU Double French Horn Specifications
- Instrument Type: Double French horn
- Key: F/Bb
- Finish: Factory unlacquered yellow brass
- Bore Size: 12.1 mm (0.476 inch)
- Bell: Detachable yellow brass bell
- Valve Configuration: Four rotary valves
- Case: Yamaha hard case
- Accessories: Yamaha polishing cloth (no mouthpiece included)
- Serial Number: 010683
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned horn is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested, with strong compression and good playing response recorded during its intake inspection. Cosmetic wear includes widespread scratches, handling marks, tarnish, oxidation, surface wear, uneven coloration across the bell and tubing, and localized reddish discoloration inside the bell. These surface changes are consistent with regular use of an unlacquered brass instrument. The Yamaha hard case has light exterior wear and normal impressions in the plush interior.
Who the YHR-871DU Double French Horn Is For
The YHR-871DU is intended for professional players, advanced students, teachers, and serious ensemble musicians seeking an F/Bb double horn in Yamaha's Custom line. Its traditional double-horn versatility suits orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, teaching, and audition settings. Players considering this model should evaluate its response through register changes, slotting, intonation tendencies, rotor action, ergonomics, and resistance with their preferred mouthpiece.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YHR-871DU
What does the F/Bb double-horn configuration offer?
The F side supports the depth and breadth associated with the traditional horn sound, while the Bb side provides alternate fingerings that many players use for clarity, security, and facility in the upper register. The thumb valve allows the player to move between the two sides.
How does the factory-unlacquered finish change over time?
Unlacquered yellow brass naturally develops oxidation, tarnish, and variations in color through handling and exposure. These surface changes are cosmetic and form the individual patina associated with regularly played raw-brass instruments.
What is the advantage of the detachable bell?
A detachable bell allows the horn to fit into a more compact case, which is useful for musicians traveling regularly to rehearsals, performances, lessons, and auditions.
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Yamaha YHR-871DU F/Bb Professional French Horn in Unlacquered Brass
Yamaha YHR-871DU Double French Horn Overview
The Yamaha YHR-871DU is a professional F/Bb double horn from Yamaha's Custom series, developed for advanced orchestral and ensemble playing. The YHR-871 design combines the flexibility of a full double horn with Yamaha's established approach to precision, consistency, and professional brass instrument construction. Its detachable bell supports compact transport, while the factory-unlacquered yellow brass allows the surface to develop a natural patina through use.
Yamaha YHR-871DU Double French Horn Specifications
- Instrument Type: Double French horn
- Key: F/Bb
- Finish: Factory unlacquered yellow brass
- Bore Size: 12.1 mm (0.476 inch)
- Bell: Detachable yellow brass bell
- Valve Configuration: Four rotary valves
- Case: Yamaha hard case
- Accessories: Yamaha polishing cloth (no mouthpiece included)
- Serial Number: 010683
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned horn is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested, with strong compression and good playing response recorded during its intake inspection. Cosmetic wear includes widespread scratches, handling marks, tarnish, oxidation, surface wear, uneven coloration across the bell and tubing, and localized reddish discoloration inside the bell. These surface changes are consistent with regular use of an unlacquered brass instrument. The Yamaha hard case has light exterior wear and normal impressions in the plush interior.
Who the YHR-871DU Double French Horn Is For
The YHR-871DU is intended for professional players, advanced students, teachers, and serious ensemble musicians seeking an F/Bb double horn in Yamaha's Custom line. Its traditional double-horn versatility suits orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, teaching, and audition settings. Players considering this model should evaluate its response through register changes, slotting, intonation tendencies, rotor action, ergonomics, and resistance with their preferred mouthpiece.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YHR-871DU
What does the F/Bb double-horn configuration offer?
The F side supports the depth and breadth associated with the traditional horn sound, while the Bb side provides alternate fingerings that many players use for clarity, security, and facility in the upper register. The thumb valve allows the player to move between the two sides.
How does the factory-unlacquered finish change over time?
Unlacquered yellow brass naturally develops oxidation, tarnish, and variations in color through handling and exposure. These surface changes are cosmetic and form the individual patina associated with regularly played raw-brass instruments.
What is the advantage of the detachable bell?
A detachable bell allows the horn to fit into a more compact case, which is useful for musicians traveling regularly to rehearsals, performances, lessons, and auditions.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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Yamaha YHR-871DU F/Bb Professional French Horn in Unlacquered Brass
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