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Besson 701 French Horn

Besson 701 International Compensating Double French Horns

"The Besson BE701 Compensating Double French Horn combines the tone quality of an F horn in the middle and low register and the security of a Bb horn in the high register. The thumb valve operates both sides of the horn which share tubing, making it lighter in weight than a traditional double French Horn"

Bell Diameter: 300mm (11.8")
Bore: 11.94mm (.470")
Compensating double horn
Cylindrical bore
Finishes: Lacquer and silver plate
Key: F/Bb
Light weight
Plush lined thermoplastic case with aluminium valence
Reversible thumb lever change
Valves: 4
Weight: 2.3kg (5 lb)


Adjustable little finger hook - Promotes good hand positioning
Compensating - Eliminates weight of a full double horn
Cylindrical bore - Helps produce good tone centre
Epoxy lacquer - Durability
Light weight - Easier for beginners to hold
Mechanical key action - Never have to restring
New leadpipe - Free blowing
Nickel-silver valve slides - Durable and non-corrosive


Besson BE701 International Double French Horn                     No longer available      Look at alternatives

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