|  The Holton 378 
                    French Horn has similar playing characteristics to those of 
                    the Holton 178 French Horn, with a bright, compact feel and 
                    sound. Yellow brass produces a higher tone color with more 
                    overtones for clearer projection. Capable of playing piannissimo 
                    staccato notes clearly and evenly.  Key:  
                    F-Bb Pitch:  A445 with independent Bb tuning
 Bore:  11.89 mm (.468")
 Mouthpipe:  .310 venturi of yellow brass
 Lever action:  Noiseless string action, short 
                    stroke with stainless steel springs
 Valve rotors:  Tapered hand-lapped brass
 Bearing plates:  Tapered brass
 Material:  Brass branches
 Slides:  Both inside and outside are nickel 
                    silver, auxiliary F slide is not removable
 Bell:  12.25" diameter medium-throated yellow 
                    brass
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