Cornford Mod. 28 Double Horn Brass
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Cornford
Mod. 28 Double Horn Brass
Product Info
Article Number:
567258
Brand:
Cornford
Model:
Mod. 28 Double Horn Brass
Category:
Double French Horns
Price:
$10,646.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Cornford Mod. 28 is a truly exceptional double horn, built for serious players seeking top-tier performance. The gold brass lead pipe provides a rich, responsive tone, and the thoughtful design details like the 3D switch valve make it a joy to play. This is a horn for seasoned professionals or advanced students ready to invest in a lifetime instrument.
Product Description
- Cornford Mod. 28 Double Horn Brass
- F/Bb Double Horn
- Brass
- Lead pipe in gold brass with German shank
- Bore 12.10 mm
- Water valve on lead pipe
- 3D-adjustment at the switch valve
- Switchable from F/Bb to Bb/F
- Nickel silver hand guard on stem and lead pipe
- Flanged slides
- Screw ring in bronze version
- Bushes in nickel silver version
- Same direction of rotation of all valves for better bindings
- Soft and direct response
- Excellent intonation and tone quality in all registers
- Bell can be removed (310 mm)
- Adjustable finger hooks
- High-quality clear lacquer finish
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Gold brass lead pipe delivers exceptional warmth and projection.
- • 3D adjustment at the switch valve offers unprecedented flexibility.
- • Flanged slides and nickel silver bushes ensure smooth, reliable action.
- • The same direction of rotation simplifies valve bindings for quicker playing.
CONS
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many students.
- • At roughly 650g, it’s noticeably heavier than some competitors.
- • The fixed bell size may limit tonal versatility for some advanced players.
Product Video
Key Features
Bore Size
12.10 mm
Bell Size
310 mm
Material
Gold brass (lead pipe), Nickel silver (hand guard, bushes), Bronze (screw rings), Brass (body)
Valve Type
German Shank
Finish
High-quality clear lacquer
Weight
650g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cornford generally offers a darker, more focused tone with more immediate response, while the Yamaha tends to be brighter and more projecting – a matter of personal preference really.
Nickel silver will tarnish over time, but regular polishing with a suitable silver polish will keep it looking its best; it's a normal characteristic of the material.
A removable bell allows for experimentation with different bell sizes to fine-tune the horn's response and projection, although finding alternative bells may require some searching.
