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HOLTON H-378
£1,590.00
This excellent lacquered yellow brass
HOLTON H-378 medium-bore horn is almost identical
to the more expensive H-178 professional model,
although it is very slightly heavier.
An 'almost iconic' long-tried-and-tested horn,
regarded by many teachers as the 'industry
standard intermediate horn', it is still in production, so
spare parts are always available.
Weighing only 2.59 kg, it is not quite
as heavy as some Intermediate full double horns.
Distance from finger hook to 4th valve lever is 9.5cm:
the 'theoretical ideal' for the average size hand.
NB: This is a very important specification that is often neglected
or overlooked by horn sellers, makers and even some teachers.
The small hands of a young player usually cannot cope
with a left hand stretch that is too wide (although there is
sometimes some scope for a brass technician to re-position
either the finger hook, or, less easily, the 4th valve lever).
It has a ingenious water key ('Saturn' type, which can be
opened by pressing its 'ring' from any angle), on
the leadpipe.
The vintage Paxman fibreglass case is in good, if much-
used condition.
A brand new and very protective lightweight case with
backpack straps is available for £90.
It is an ideal choice for a young player upgrading from
a 'mini' or a compensator, since it plays with an
even, consistent response and a clear, ringing
sound over the whole range. 'Cosmetically' it is in very
good condition, with just a few tiny dings, and only about 2%
of the lacquer showing any blemishes.
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Halstead Music acts as an agent only,
accepting no responsibility as a principal.
Red Dragon I.T. Ltd.