New Alexander 103ML Double French Horn, Yellow Brass, Soldered Seamed Fixed Bell

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New Alexander 103ML Double French Horn, Yellow Brass, Soldered Seamed Fixed Bell

Location:

Wichita, KS

Description:

Wichita Band Instrument CompanyWichita, KansasDescription:BRAND NEW & PERFECT ALEXANDER 103ML DOUBLE HORN.It's Alexander's very successful "traditional" double horn that's been in production for many decades. Founded in 1782 and located in Mainz, Germany; Alexander produces some of the world's finest French horns.The model 103 is the choice of the horn section of the Berlin Philharmonic and many of the finest players in Germany and the USA. This one is the "ML" model with a soldered seamed one piece fixed bell. This bell option is more the "traditional" style from Alexander which is made with more hand-work and hammering. The horn is new and perfect, and comes with full complement of the original Alexander accessories. The horn is in yellow brass with a fixed bell and lacquer finish.Alexander horns may be had with an optional seamed bell flare, which is made with more hand work and hammering; see the drop down menu for pricing. The hand hammered flare has a more consistent metal thickness. The bell can be made thinner for resonance, but is still thick enough at the screw fitting for durability. The extra hand work required hardens the metal for improved response and projection. That being said, the standard bell is very good, and is less expensive. The difference is the standard bell is made from a disc of sheet brass. The seamed flare is made from a piece of sheet brass more like a letter C, then the ends are closed and soldered, thus the seamed flare begins as a cone shape so its metal thickness remains closer to optimum throughout fabrication.Available to ship immediately!*** NOTE PLEASE: THIS HORN IS PRICED WITHOUT CASE. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR CASE OPTIONS. THANKS!F/Bb Double Horn · Model 103The double horn has established itself as the orchestral instrument of choice. The combination of full Bb and F horn offers the musician great flexibility in intonation and tone. There is also a definite correlation between mass and tonal projection. With full double horns the thumb valve serves to change to either the shorter Bb horn or the longer F horn.Model 103 is the world famous Alexander model, unequaled in tone quality and intonation.Characteristics:Key: F/Bb or Bb/FBore: 12,1 mmBell flare diameter: 310 mmBell throat: MediumBody size: MediumMaterial: Yellow brassNo. of valves: 4No. of thumb valves: 1Fully independent Bb and F valve slidesHGWichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. The owners are Kansas natives Gary L. Ray and his two sons. Founded by a woodwind repair technician in 1953, we soon will commence our seventy-first year in business.We’re not a “back bedroom” operation but can report that we are the owners of a proper “brick and mortar” workshop.We enjoy a sterling reputation for ethical business transactions and confirm to our friends and clients the simple fact that we expect to be in business forever.Wichita Band’s service warranty is the same as it’s been for more than four decades:“ALL new and all used instruments sold by Wichita Band Instrument Company come with our 24 month service warranty. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace (whichever in our estimation is the more advisable), pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. In the event of cracked or damaged wood sections, we will repair at no cost to the customer or replace the section and charge the customer only for our net costs for the replacement section. Often, wood replacement parts are supplied from the manufacturer at no charge. The customer is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. Cases and plating finishes are not covered by our service warranty but are sometimes covered by factory guarantees.” Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953! In the event that a customer requires service under factory guarantees or Wichita Band’s service warranty, the item must be returned to us and not directly to the manufacturer.**** WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS / USA

Category:

French Horns

Color:

Yellow

Posted:

December 11 2023 on Americanlisted