{"product_id":"holton-h179-french-horn-1","title":"Holton Farkas H179 Professional Double French Horn - Nickel Silver","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned Holton Farkas H179 Professional Double French Horn - Nickel Silver (Ex-USAF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are thrilled to offer a beautiful piece of American brass history: a pre-owned Holton Farkas H179 Professional Double French Horn, serial number 658114. Designed alongside the legendary Philip Farkas, the H179 is the flagship of the Holton line and remains one of the most popular professional horns in the United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this particular instrument stand out is its prestigious background. This is an Ex-USAF horn, meaning it was carefully vetted and maintained by military technicians for use in top-tier national ensembles. If you are a collegiate music major, an advancing high school student, or an active gigging musician seeking a horn with a massive, dark, and room-filling sound, this is an incredible opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolton Farkas H179\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Nickel Silver Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The body and bell are crafted entirely from nickel silver, giving the horn its brilliant silver aesthetic. This denser alloy provides a highly resonant, deeply centered tone that rings beautifully and cuts effortlessly through large symphonic ensembles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Throat Bell:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike standard medium-throat models, the H179's large throat design produces a distinctly velvety, dark tonal core. It allows the player to push a massive volume of air without the sound becoming overly bright or brassy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Farkas Wrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Famous for its incredibly fluid transitions between the Bb and F sides of the horn, providing rock-solid intonation and a very secure, comfortable blowing feel across all registers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEx-USAF Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Built to perform flawlessly under pressure, this instrument benefits from a history of elite military maintenance and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Professional Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This horn has been exceptionally well kept. The nickel silver finish glows beautifully, and the instrument shows only the lightest, honest signs of use from its military service.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlawless.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e There is no major damage, denting, or evidence of past trauma to the body or bell flare.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGig-Ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our in-house technicians have thoroughly benched this horn. All rotary valves are lightning-fast and smooth, and all tuning slides pull freely with excellent compression. It is completely stage-ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes a protective hard shell case to keep the instrument safe during transport. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Holton\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e H179 (Philip Farkas Signature)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 658114\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e F\/Bb Double Horn\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kruspe \/ Farkas Style\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBell:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large Throat, Fixed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid Nickel Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ex-United States Air Force (USAF)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-Owned \/ Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hard Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Fleming Music?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and accurately represented 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the most competitive pricing, financing options, or to discuss a trade-in, please contact us directly!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, we invite you to stop by our Houston shop to try this instrument in person. Nothing compares to the experience of a horn in your own hands. Follow our accounts on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for the latest updates, content, and promotions: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Fleming_Music. We are grateful for your support of our small business and look forward to helping you find your sound!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50967985225961,"sku":"658114 (USAF #2)","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/7197\/5657\/files\/5-DSC09933.jpg?v=1777925619","url":"https:\/\/flemingrepair.com\/products\/holton-h179-french-horn-1","provider":"Fleming Musical Instruments \u0026 Repair","version":"1.0","type":"link"}