At long last, I am now making custom Geyer-style Double Horns. This is the culmination of over 10 years of study and design and the result is truly magnificent. All of the specifications and options are listed below along with prices. If you would like to stop by my shop and try out the prototype, please feel free to email me or give me a call at (217) 377-1462 to set up an appointment. My shop is only a short drive from Indianapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis. I'll be more than happy to make time for your visit. In the meantime, please enjoy these photos of the Horn.
The cost of the Horn will be as follows:
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The Basic Horn includes:
.468" cylindrical bore Unlacquered Yellow Brass Hand hammered single-seam medium-throated bell Your choice of Nickel Silver or Brass slide tubes Nickel Silver valve casings with string linkages on the valves Your choice of either a Gold Brass or Nickel Silver leadpipe (for corrosion resistance) A water key on the leadpipe, either Amado or Holton (This can be left off if preferred) Reversible change valve so the Horn can stand in F or Bb Lubrication channels on the bearings to make oiling simpler |
$7,000 |
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The following options are also available for an additional cost: |
Add this to the basic cost: |
| Detachable bell - Alexander rings will be used unless you request otherwise. Yamaha and Schmid rings are also available. | $300 |
| Nickel Silver garland on the bell - A Garland (aka Kranz) is a metal strip around the perimeter of the bell flare that adds mass to the edge of the bell (see the pictures above). This serves to reinforce the edge of the bell and the extra material allows the Hornist to play louder before their sound starts to break up. I offer them in a range of widths from 15mm (.612") to 30mm (1.181"). Any less and the garland doesn't effectively serve its purpose, any more and it starts to deaden the response of the bell. If you have no preference, I will order 20mm (.787") since I find it is a good all around size. | $100 |
| If desired, the Horn may be made with a Gold Brass bell and tubing | $375 |
| Mechanical Linkages for the valves (Minibal linkages) | $100 |
| Extra Water keys (Either Amado or Holton water keys) |
$10.40- Amado Water Key $50- Holton Water Key $30 for installation |
| Your choice of any accessories that I sell. |
$60 - Foldaway Handrest $65 - Alexander Flipper $65 - Adjustable Finger hook $12 - Finger Cups |
A 50% deposit will be required when your order is placed. The balance will be due when I begin construction of the instrument. International orders are welcome, as always. There will be a wait of approximately 8 months for delivery. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer. You may also pick up the Horn in person if you would prefer. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
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