Jupiter JHR-852 Double French Horn - Intermediate F/Bb
For sale is a pre-owned, high-quality Jupiter JHR-852 Double French Horn in its original lacquer finish, manufactured in Taiwan. This instrument is an excellent choice for the advancing student who is ready for a reliable double horn. It is in great functional shape and has been professionally adjusted and cleaned in our shop.
Who Is This Horn For?
This is the ideal instrument for the advancing middle school or high school student ready to move into a full double horn. It offers a reliable, well-engineered, and easy-to-play step-up that will last through their competitive high school career.
The JHR-852: Reliable Performance and Warm Tone
The JHR-852 is built to offer advanced features and reliable performance typically found in higher-priced instruments.
- Comparison: The Jupiter JHR-852 is often considered a direct, value-focused competitor to the Yamaha YHR-567 intermediate horn, known for its solid performance, reliable intonation, and free-blowing feel.
- Design & Tone: Features a standard .472-inch bore and a valuable Rose Brass leadpipe. The rose brass adds a subtle warmth and richness to the tone, giving the instrument a full sound without being overly bright.
- Reliable Action: Equipped with a reliable mechanical linkage (Geyer-style wrap) for the rotor valves, providing smooth, quick, and positive action that is easy for students to maintain.
- Condition: The horn is in great functional shape. Cosmetically, it shows minor scratching throughout and some common lacquer loss around certain bends, consistent with a pre-owned student instrument. Crucially, no major repairs are noticeable, confirming its structural integrity.
Specifications & Condition
- Model: Jupiter JHR-852 Double French Horn
- Pitch: F/Bb
- Finish: Lacquer (Original)
- Bore Size: .472-inch
- Leadpipe: Rose Brass
- Valve System: Mechanical Linkage (Rotor Valves)
- Condition: Excellent functional condition. Cosmetic wear includes scratching and lacquer loss. Fully cleaned and adjusted.
- Our Service: Our comprehensive service included a full rotor service, chemical clean, and precision adjustments to ensure optimal performance.
- Included: Comes with the original hard case.
Why Choose Fleming Music?
Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and fine-tuned before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
For the most competitive pricing, financing options, or to discuss a trade-in, please contact us directly!
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