AudioFuDotzauer Parforce Horn Bb/Eb 18270
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$2,980€2,659Check ↗
Brand profile · Germany, est. 1970s
Dotzauer
Dotzauer is a German manufacturer specializing in historically accurate hunting horns and related instruments, meticulously recreating designs from the 19th century. Renowned for their commitment to traditional craftsmanship and exceptional tonal quality, Dotzauer horns are highly sought after by both serious hunters and collectors. The brand's reputation rests on its ability to produce instruments that evoke the spirit of classical horn hunting traditions.
Parforce Horn seriesFuerst Pless Rotor HornsHistorically accurate designsTraditional craftsmanshipPremium-priced horns
1970sfounded
Germanycountry
18products in stock
$353–$2,980price range
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Dotzauer Parforce Horn Bb/
Dotzauer Parforce Horn in Bb 18216
Parforce Horns
$1,601€1,429Check ↗
Dotzauer Parforce Horn in Bb 18220
Parforce Horns
$1,971€1,759Check ↗
Dotzauer Parforce Horn in Bb 18215
Parforce Horns
$1,198€1,069Check ↗
Dotzauer Parforce Horn Eb/Bb 18265
Parforce Horns
$2,162€1,929Check ↗
Dotzauer Parforce Horn in Bb 18315
Parforce Horns
$1,254€1,119Check ↗
Dotzauer Parforce Horn in Bb 18315
Parforce Horns
$1,254€1,119Check ↗
Dotzauer Meister Bb Hunting Horn 18925
Fuerst Pless Horns
$2,722€2,429Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb 18830
Fuerst Pless Horns
$1,006€898Check ↗
Dotzauer Premium Bb Hunting Horn 18828
Fuerst Pless Horns
$756€675Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb "XXL" 18835
Fuerst Pless Horns
$1,006€898Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless Rotor 18915
Fuerst Pless Horns
$2,482€2,215Check ↗
Dotzauer Meister Bb Hunting Horn 18825
Fuerst Pless Horns
$611€545Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb "de Luxe"
Fuerst Pless Horns
$558€498Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb 18815 L
Fuerst Pless Horns
$375€335Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb 18810 KL
Fuerst Pless Horns
$353€315Check ↗
Dotzauer Meister Bb Horn 18825 Set
Fuerst Pless Horns
$689€615Check ↗
Dotzauer Fürst Pless in Bb 18815 L Set
Fuerst Pless Horns
$420€375Check ↗
Dotzauer, honestly
What Dotzauer does well
- Exceptional tonal resonance and projection
- Historically accurate designs and finishes
- High-quality materials and construction
- Excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail
What to watch for
- Limited product range beyond hunting horns
- Can be difficult to source outside of Europe
- Require specialized maintenance and care
- Premium-priced, a significant investment
Questions about Dotzauer
Where are Dotzauer instruments made?
Dotzauer horns are handcrafted in workshops in Germany, adhering to traditional manufacturing techniques.
Are Dotzauer horns suitable for orchestral playing?
While expertly crafted, Dotzauer horns are primarily designed for hunting and historical performance, not general orchestral use, due to their unique timbre and valve system (in some models).
What is the significance of the 'Fuerst Pless' designation?
The 'Fuerst Pless' designation refers to a specific historical hunting horn design commissioned by Prince Pless, a renowned 19th-century huntsman, and Dotzauer meticulously recreates this iconic model.