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1. #Used conn 8d elkhart french horn for sale in texas upgrade#
2. #Used conn 8d elkhart french horn for sale in texas full#

A used horn can already be broken in, and lets you skip this. If well maintained, a used horn can be just as mechanically secure (or even more so) as a new instrument. Sometimes a used horn will have additions or improvements that make it superior over the factory-new models, such as adjustable finger hooks or hand rests, water keys, or after-market leadpipes, bells, or even just a better case!.Good places to look for used horns include Ebay, Ken Pope’s shop (in Massachusetts), Houghton Horns (in Texas), and the International Horn Society’s classified ads.New horns can be found at WoodwindBrasswind, Houghton Horns, Ken Pope’s shop, as well as your local music store (if you have one).

Single horns in F are easily recognized because they have only 3 valvesįor many beginners (myself included) the first type of horn we play on will be a single F horn. In the US the sound of the F horn is generally preferred, and so it’s become common to start beginners off with horns in F. The one drawback to the F single horn, especially for beginners, is accuracy.

Since single F horns are essentially exclusively used by beginners, they will usually be built in a more sturdy fashion. This helps them to absorb some of the punishment they may receive, but they are still lighter and easier to manage physically than a double horn, so they are ideal for younger or smaller students.

#Used conn 8d elkhart french horn for sale in texas upgrade#

If you’re thinking about buying a single horn, consider trying to find a used model, or rent from a local music store that will let you upgrade in a year or two without incurring a financial penalty. The brands to look for are the same ones listed in the double horn category below: Generally, students only stay on single F horns for one to two years, so this will not generally be a long-term purchase. Generally, single horns are around $2,000 new, but as low as $500 – $1,000 or so used. Note the 4 valves, and the change valve located on the player’s side of the 3 main valves.

#Used conn 8d elkhart french horn for sale in texas full#

The double horn (featuring a full horn in F and a full horn in Bb, switched by a thumb lever) is the most common horn for both students and professionals today. Double horns are pretty much expected from high school-aged players and beyond. Good double horns start at around $3,000 new, but used ones can be found for less.