PAXMAN Academy compensating double horn F/B

PAXMAN Academy compensating double horn F/B, lacquered, with case

Over recent years we have been watching with interest the emergence of musical instrument manufacture in low-cost production areas.

Our concerns have been that some of the student horns being imported were likely to be detrimental to the long-term development of new and improving horn players. We were determined to find sources of high-quality manufacture, and use our design input to develop instruments priced for the student market without compromising the high standards that our reputation rests upon.

In 2008, after an intensive period of design and testing, the Paxman Academy full double and compensating double horns were launched. These quickly established themselves as the market leaders for this level of instrument in many territories and their popularity and success have continued to grow. More recently, the Series 4 and Series 5 have been added to the range, offering a comprehensive choice of high-quality, competitively priced double horns to cover every requirement from beginner to professional player.

As part of our ongoing commitment to quality and excellence, we continue to monitor the situation and are continually driving up standards of production and finishing. We believe that the result is an unrivaled range of affordable horns from a name known and trusted throughout the horn world.

The Paxman compensating Double French Horn is the perfect stepping stone to a full double horn. It is a single French horn in Bb with a 4th valve to allow notes down to an F pitch to be reached. The added bonus is the horn is much lighter than a full double.

Characteristics:

• Full size wrap
• Yellow brass
• Clear lacquered
• 4th compensating valve
• Fixed bell
• Includes mouthpiece and Paxman rucksack case

The compensating double uses a system of shared tubing to make the instrument lighter than a full double. A continuation of the Paxman tradition of offering an excellent compensating instrument at this level. Ideal for the beginner or intermediate student who would benefit from a lighter instrument.