Dieter Otto 201 MS, F/Bb Double Horn

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Dieter Otto 201 MS, F/Bb Double Horn

Dieter Otto

201 MS, F/Bb Double Horn

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 334695
Model: 201 MS, F/Bb Double Horn
Price: $9,787.80

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The Dieter Otto 201 MS is a seriously refined instrument—it’s got a beautiful, focused tone and incredible playability thanks to those clever valve improvements. This is a fantastic choice for professional horn players or advanced students seeking a top-tier, responsive double horn for orchestral or solo work.

Product Description

  • Dieter Otto 201 MS
  • F/Bb Doppelhorn
  • F/ Bb Double Horn
  • 4 Rotary valves with minibal ball joints
  • Unscrewable bell with 310 mm diameter
  • Adjustable finger hook
  • Very light-weight construction
  • Body and bell made of brass
  • Independently slides
  • Easy response
  • Bell scale: Narrow
  • Bore: 12 mm
  • With clear lacquer finish

Case not included

PROS
  • • Exceptional intonation across both F and Bb configurations.
  • • The minibal ball joints offer remarkably smooth and responsive valve action.
  • • Brass construction delivers a warm, resonant tone with excellent projection.
  • • Lightweight design minimizes fatigue, crucial for extended playing sessions.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many student or intermediate players.
  • • Narrow bell scale may slightly limit projection in very large performance spaces.
  • • Lacquer finish, while attractive, requires diligent maintenance to prevent tarnish.

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Key Features

Bore Size 12 mm
Bell Size 310 mm
Material Yellow Brass
Valve Type Rotary (4)
Finish Clear Lacquer
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The minibal ball joints significantly reduce friction, resulting in faster, lighter, and more precise valve response than many traditional designs.
The body is constructed from multiple brass sections, carefully joined and soldered for structural integrity and optimal resonance – a common and robust construction method for horns of this caliber.
The narrower bell scale promotes a more focused, controlled tone ideal for orchestral playing and solo work where clarity and blend are paramount.

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