Kühnl & Hoyer 1309 KL Bb-Parforcehorn

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Kühnl & Hoyer 1309 KL Bb-Parforcehorn

Kühnl & Hoyer

1309 KL Bb-Parforcehorn

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 169236
Model: 1309 KL Bb-Parforcehorn
Price: $801.90

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The Kühnl & Hoyer 1309 KL is a surprisingly capable hunting horn, offering a rich, resonant tone and decent playability. It's a fantastic choice for traditional hunts, historical reenactments, or anyone wanting a unique, characterful brass instrument. While it's not a substitute for a full-fledged horn, it’s a great entry point into the world of Parforcehorns.

Product Description

  • Kühnl & Hoyer 1309 KL Bb-Parforcehorn
  • Bb- Parforce Hunting Horn
  • Single loop
  • Tuning slide
  • Inner loop ø: 445 mm
  • Bell: Ø 250 mm
  • Green artificial leather
  • Clear lacquer
  • Including leather straps and silver-plated mouthpiece
PROS
  • • Solid Bb intonation, surprisingly responsive for a hunting horn
  • • Green artificial leather provides a comfortable, secure grip
  • • Clear lacquer finish highlights the horn's brass construction beautifully
  • • Silver-plated mouthpiece enhances tone and ease of playability
CONS
  • • Limited dynamic range compared to modern brass instruments
  • • The Bb key can feel a little cramped for larger hands
  • • Parforce horns aren't ideal for orchestral or jazz settings

Product Video

Key Features

Key Bb
Material Yellow Brass, Green Artificial Leather
Bell Size 250 mm
Coils Single loop
Finish Clear Lacquer
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's manageable for beginners, but the unique embouchure and limited range require some dedication to master.
The leather primarily impacts grip and feel; it doesn’t significantly alter the horn’s tone, which remains characteristic of a Bb hunting horn.
Higher-end models often feature more refined valve action and potentially a thicker bell for enhanced projection and resonance, but this 1309 offers excellent value.

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