French Horn Mouthpiece Descriptions
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MODEL
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mm
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inches
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Description
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27
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16.25
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.640
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A narrow diameter and thin rim creates a special mouthpiece for the first horn player.
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28
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16.15
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.636
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A true "French" model mouthpiece having a small cup and throat that definitely favors the high register. Recommended for the Descant Horn.
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29
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17.53
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.690
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Offers a balanced option that is very adaptable to both the younger player and the professional needing a stronger upper register with a large rim diameter, standard rim contour, cup, and smaller bore.
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30B
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16.92
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.666
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This model was designed with a smaller "B" style cup and thin, flat rim.
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30
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17.03
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.670
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The original Farkas Model, the wide rounded rim and fairly deep cup makes the 30 a good all-around mouthpiece for the experienced player.
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31
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17.14
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.675
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This model has a V shaped cup, thicker standard rim and a slightly larger diameter to aid in producing a greater volume of sound.
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31B
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17.40
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.687
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A wide rim with a higher center point and a medium depth bowl shaped cup produces a rich, dark tone.
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31C2
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17.43
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.688
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The 31C2 has a very thin rim and medium-large cup offering a great volume of tone.
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32
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17.83
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.702
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The extra large cup diameter, cup volume, and backbore produces a rich, dark tone color.
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