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The ideal horn, as envisioned by Yamaha, is one that offers true satisfaction to music lovers everywhere,
Our relentless pursuit of perfection, backed by extensive technical expertise, has made it possible to
achieve the supposedly unachievable: consistently superior horn quality. Superb, stable tone from pp
to ff allows players to concentrate on the performance rather than operation. These are horns that offer
an extraordinary playing experience from the first breath. They are a player’s dream, with unrivalled
The curtain is about to rise for horn players and music lovers everywhere.
Yamaha Full Double Horn History
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19 65 1970
19 70 1975
19 75 1980
19 80 1985
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The First Yamaha
Full Double Horn
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History
1990
19 90 1995
19 95 2000
20 00 2005
20 05 2010
20 10 2015
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YHR-
YH R-86
8699
YHR
YH
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YHR-
YH R 16
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YHR-
YH R-87
8711
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YH R 67
R- 6711
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YH R-8667
YH
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For years Yamaha dreamt of creating a custom horn that delivers singularly brilliant tone.
The bell is designed to produce dazzling tone that remains clear even during fortissimo passages.
A newly developed leadpipe contributes to medium high resistance and well-balanced pitch,
while valves and other components have been redesigned for overwhelming expressive capability
this is an instrument that will enchant listeners with its lustrous clarity.
YHR- 869D
Bell = Yellow brass
Bell size : MS, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.1mm
Clear laquer finish
Valves = 4 rotors
Mouthpiece = HR-34C
Case = HRC - 869D
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Full Double Horn
YHR- 869GD
Bell = Gold brass
Bell size:MS, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.1mm
Clear laquer finish
Valves = 4 rotors
Mouthpiece = HR-34C
Case = HRC - 869D
Adjustable Pinky Hook Additional B♭ Section Tuning Slide Inner & Outer Tube Mouthpiece HR-34C
A new pinky hook can be adjusted for the Slide The inner & outer tubes of all slides, including The rim of new mouthpiece HR-34C is
most comfortable playing position. the main tuning slide and 1st ~ 3rd valve designed relatively thinner. It enhances the
An additional tuning slide in B♭ section is
slides, are made of harder type nickel silver flexibility of the performance, and make it
featured for independent intonation fine
material to prevent tone decay and contribute easier to play higher range notes. The inner
adjustment in B♭ section.
to quicker response. design from cup to throat part is finetuned to
bring richer tone and superb projection.
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The YHR-871 has been a long time in the making, Full Double Horn
reaching its current high level of refinement after much trial and error and dedicated development.
Parts and materials have been meticulously upgraded to the highest quality
while retaining the authentic Geyer wrap configuration, resulting in an instrument that Yamaha can offer with pride.
The YHR-871 produces a bright tone with complex harmonics that add up to a rich overall sound,
and those characteristics are retained from the lowest to highest registers with a consistent playing feel.
An adjustable 4th rotor thumb lever, adjustable pinky hook, long B♭ 2nd slide pull ring,
and other carefully considered details contribute to stress-free playing convenience and comfort.
YHR- 871D
Bell = Yellow brass
Bell size : M, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.1mm
Clear laquer finish
Slide Inner Tube Adjustable thumb lever
The inner tubes of all slides, including Mouthpiece = 32C4
the main tuning slide, F tuning slide
and 1st ~ 3rd valve slides, are made
Case = HRC - 85VD
of gold brass to emphasize the horn’s
tonal clarity and depth.
Valve Caps
Engraved brass valve caps
enhance appearance, adding visual
sophistication that is on a par
with high-end models while also
contributing to clearer sound quality. *Unlacquer finish is available.
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Full Double Horn
Inheriting the basic design of the YHR-871D, this model offers clear,
well-defined tone with smooth playability from the lowest to highest register.
Playability and tone are both up to standards that will satisfy the most demanding professional player.
Thoughtful details such as an adjustable 4th rotor thumb lever and long B♭ 2nd slide pull ring add to the instrument’s appeal.
The valve casings and lever mechanism have been reassessed in every detail and updated to achieve the highest possible
Once again, Yamaha technology and passion deliver the finest tone for players everywhere.
YHR- 671D
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : M, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.0mm, Clear laquer finish
Adjustable thumb lever
Mouthpiece = 32C4
Case = HRC - 70
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Full Double Horn
This large-bell horn features a carefully designed leadpipe taper that contributes to enhanced mid
and low register tone while offering overall sound and playability that satisfy the needs of players in a variety of styles
and environments. Consummate craftsmanship has been applied in creating a bore and tubing configuration
that achieve ideal breath resistance. The outer edge of the bell has been made a little thinner than usual,
resulting in improved response to subtle dynamic nuances. Pianissimo passages that would normally be difficult are easier to play,
and deep, satisfying tone is retained right up to the most commanding fortissimo.
YHR - 668D
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : LL, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.0mm (Main tuning slide/F tuning slide=11.9mm)
Clear laquer finish
Adjustable thumb lever
Mouthpiece = 30D4
Case = HRC-70
YHR - 668ND
Bell = Nickel silver, Bell size : LL, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.0mm (Main tuning slide/F tuning slide=11.9mm)
Clear laquer finish
Adjustable thumb lever
Mouthpiece = 30D4
Case = HRC-70
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Triple Horn
The triple horns offer a combination of the rich beautiful sound of a full double French horn,
coupled with the sure attacks and control of a descant horn; the problems of intonation and
response usually associated with triple horns have been completely eliminated.
Yamaha's long rotor and dual plane valves, along with an ingenious tubing configuration,
create a unique new shape and size for these horns.
And the comfortable balance of their well thought-out designs make these traditionally
unwieldy instruments easy to hold and play.
YHR- 891
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : MS
Bore = 12.0mm (F side =12.3mm)
Unlacquer finish
Mouthpiece = 30C4
F/B ♭/ High F Triple Horn Case = HRC-HF
YHR- 892
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : MS
Bore = 12.0mm (F side =12.3mm)
Unlacquer finish
A/+ stop valve
Mouthpiece = 30C4
Case = HRC-HF
B ♭ /High F
Double Descant Horn
YHR- 881
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : MS
Bore = 12.0mm
Unlacquer finish
B ♭ /High F A/+ stop valve
Double Descant Horn Mouthpiece = 30C4
Case = HRC-HF
YHR- 882
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : MS
Bore = 12.0mm
Unlacquer finish
A/+ stop valve
Mouthpiece = 30C4
Case = HRC-HF
(Photo:YHR-882GD)
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Full Double
Horn
Full Double Horn
The 567 is a full double horn with a basic design.
Its easy response and sure note centering make it ideal for students – while its colorful tone and
precise intonation make it attractive to professionals. This instrument was created with the player in
mind, down to the smallest components, such as an adjustable 4th valve thumb lever and water key.
YHR- 567
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : M
Bore = 12.0mm
Clear laquer finish
Adjustable thumb lever
Mouthpiece = 32C4
Case = HRC-57
YHR- 567D
Bell = Yellow brass
Bell size : M, With detachable bell
Bore = 12.0mm
Clear laquer finish
Adjustable thumb lever
Mouthpiece = 32C4
Case = HRC-57D
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Single Horn
Single Horn
The 322II is a single horn in B♭ with a beautiful clear tone and well centered notes.
It provides security and comfort in the mid-to-upper range without sacrificing any
during stopped passages. To give the sound of an open F horn to some low range
B ♭ Single Horn
YHR - 322Ⅱ
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : M
Optional F natural slide available
Bore = 12.0mm
Clear laquer finish
A/+ stop valve
Mouthpiece = 32C4
Case = HRC-35
The 314II single horn features a rich, warm tone, superb flexibility, an easy
Using this slide, the player can perform music written for
F Single Horn
YHR - 314Ⅱ
Bell = Yellow brass, Bell size : M
Bore = 12.0mm
Clear laquer finish
Mouthpiece = 32C4
Case = HRC-35
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More about Yamaha Horns
Double shank
Materials
The tone of a wind instrument is largely determined by the waveform produced by an oscillating column n
ffect its tone to varying
of air inside the instrument. An instrument’s shape, length, and materials all affect g
degrees.
Copper Zinc Copper Zinc and Nickel
Finishes
duce a smooth surface, and
After the various parts of the horn are complete, they are filed and sanded to produce
then buffed at high speed to bring out the full luster and beauty of the metal.
The final step is lacquering or plating that not only protects the metal from dirt rt and corrosion, but also
enhances the instrument’s tone.
Clear Lacquer
Protects the instrument from dirt and corrosion while contributing to a solid and somewhat dark tone with
excellent projection at forte volume.
Unlacquered
Generally thought to produce a deep, rich resonance.
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Function
Rotors
The construction of the rotors used in the instrument’s rotary valves affect playability and operation.
Solid: The standard horn rotor type constructed of solid brass. Solid rotors have a correspondingly “solid” playing feel with
moderate resistance.
Hollow: Also made of brass, but hollow rather than solid and therefore lighter for agile, easy playability and operation.
Lever Action
Horns have either a mechanical or string lever action. In a string action, the levers are linked
to the rotary valves via strings (sometimes called “cords”). While a mechanical action
p
responds crisply and precisely to lever operation, string action feels smoother, particularly at
the start of
o lever depression and release, and the levers can be adjusted to any desired height.
Stop Valve
“Stopping” or “stop muting” is a horn technique in which the right hand or a special stopping mute is
fully inserted into the bell to produce a more nasal, metallic tone. On an F horn this raises the pitch by a
semitone, so the player compensates by using fingerings that would normally play a semitone lower. On a
Bb horn, however, stopping raises the pitch by between two-thirds and three-quarters of a tone, requiring
the use of a special stop valve that lowers the instrument’s pitch by a corresponding amount. The stop
valve allows normal fingering to be used when the horn is stopped. When not being used as a stop valve
an adjustment tube can be removed so that the valve functions like the second valve slide, lowering pitch
Photo:YHR-322II
by a semitone and allowing the instrument to be played as an A horn. This can make fingering easier for
pieces with sharp key signatures.
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Bell Types
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Horns are available with detachable or one-piece bells. Detachable bells can be removed
fo
for more compact storage and easier transportation. Detachable bells are generally
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considered to produce a deep tone. Yamaha detachable bell models are identified by a
“D
“D” at the end of the model number. One-piece bells cannot be removed, and generally
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produce a brighter tone.
Detachable bells
B
Bell Size can be removed
“B
“Bell size” refers to the size of the bell section that the player’s right hand contacts
wh
while playing normally, as shown in the illustration to the right.
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Medium small (MS) YHR-869D,YHR-891 etc.
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Bright tone with good projection. Bell size is specified as the
size of this area when the
Me
Medium (M) YHR-871D,YHR-671D etc. hand is inserted.
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Traditionally popular in Europe. This all-around bell size produces a
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satisfying balance of brightness and depth that is suitable for a
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wide range of musical styles.
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Extra Large (LL) YHR-869D,YHR-891 etc. LL size
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Traditionally popular in America. Rich tone that is simultaneously
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Bore
A horn’s tubing flares from a smaller to larger diameter from entrance to exit. “Bore size” refers to the internal diameter at
a point near the center of that tubing. In Yamaha horns the bore size is defined by the internal diameter of the inner tuning
slide tube. Bore size determines the breath flow through the instrument as well as its tone to some degree. Smaller bore
sizes require less breath and are therefore easier to play and control. Larger bore sizes require more breath and are capable
of producing richer tone at higher volume.
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Yamaha Horn Specifications Table
Custom Professional
Type
Full Double
Key F/B♭
Bell size MS M LL
Valves 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Adjustable
Pinky Hook
Water key
Adjustable thumb
lever
Double shank
Included
Accessories
Optional
Accessories
*1 Unlacquer available *2 Gold brass available with mechanical action *3 Silver plate available *4 Mechanical available with
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Function
B♭ F F/B♭/HighF B♭/HighF
M MS *8
4 4 4 4 3 5 6 5 6
★ ★
F Natural E♭ Tuning
slide slide
gold brass material *5 Gold brass,Nickel silver available *6 Clear lacquer available *7 Detachable available *8 ML available *9 String available ★ A/+ stop lever fixed
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Artist Profiles & Comments
Mouthpiece
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List & Artist
Jan Jankovic
People may have many objectives, but without the right tools, it
is not possible to achieve them. The Yamaha Vienna Horn
makes it possible for me to reach my goals.
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(Personal Studio™ STX + Pickup Mute™ PM3X)
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