MARIGAUX 942 English horn automatic

MARIGAUX English horn automatic model 942

Harmony, fascination, and elegance are words that ideally describe the Marigaux Cor Anglais. An instrument of supreme beauty and pure sound, it is even closer to perfection in its new version.

Characteristics:

• Automatic
• Viollet wood, silver-plated keys
• Wood rigorously selected and dried for at least four years
• A new bore and new design of crook, entirely handmade
• Direct and flexible low register
• High register rich in harmonics
• Keywork similar to that of an oboe so as to help the player who frequently plays both instruments
• A very comfortable distance between the keys
• Optimal ergonomics: new height and size for C, C# and Eb key (right hand); new size for G#, low B/Eb and left F key (left hand); new Eb – low B link; half-hole key height now adjustable; longer Ab key, located in a lower position
• Optimal control of the instrument: adjustable thumb rest now adjusts lower, including a harness ring; curve of crooks adjusted for less fatigue while playing