Cornford
United Kingdom, est. 1973 · 2 products across 1 categories
About Cornford
Cornford is a highly respected, albeit niche, British manufacturer of professional-grade double French horns. The brand has cultivated a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and a focused commitment to producing instruments favored by serious orchestral players and soloists. Their horns are prized for their rich, dark tone and responsive action, reflecting a dedication to traditional horn-making principles.
- • Superb tonal richness and projection
- • Responsive and precise valve mechanism
- • Durable construction and finish
- • Excellent intonation across the range
- • Highly customizable to player preferences
- • Limited production leads to long wait times
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
- • Relatively small dealer network
- • May lack modern, bright tonal options
- • Maintenance can be specialized and costly
Cornford Products
Cornford Mod. 23 Double Horn Brass
Double French Horns
Cornford Mod. 28 Double Horn Brass
Double French Horns
Frequently Asked Questions About Cornford
Cornford horns are meticulously handcrafted in small numbers at their workshop in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, UK, adhering to traditional methods.
While exceptionally well-made, Cornford horns are primarily designed for advanced players and professionals due to their complexity and premium-priced nature.
Yes, Cornford offers a degree of customization, including bell engraving, leadpipe options, and valve configurations, to cater to individual player needs and preferences.
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