Description
The Yamaha YHR-322II Student Bb French Horn is an ideal choice for beginning horn players seeking a lightweight, easy-to-play instrument with professional-inspired features. Designed for students, this single French horn offers superb playability, reliable intonation, and a warm, resonant sound, making it perfect for school bands, orchestras, and private lessons. The YHR-322II’s tapered leadpipe and .472-inch bore ensure effortless air flow and focused tone, while its balanced wrap and 12-1/8-inch yellow brass bell promote proper hand positioning and comfortable holding for extended practice sessions.
Constructed with nickel-silver inner and outer slides and durable tapered valves, this student French horn provides smooth, long-lasting performance and resists corrosion, maintaining consistent playability over time. The clear lacquer finish not only enhances the horn’s polished appearance but also produces a warm, rich sound that helps young musicians develop a confident, expressive tone.
The YHR-322II is part of Yamaha’s Standard Series of student brass instruments, which combine durability, ease of use, and professional design elements to support beginning musicians in their learning journey. With the included Yamaha 32C4 mouthpiece and sturdy case, students can start playing immediately and enjoy a positive learning experience.
Yamaha YHR-322II French Horn Features:
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Single Bb French horn designed for beginning students
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Tapered gold brass leadpipe for improved response and intonation
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.472-inch bore for effortless playability and focused tone
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Wrap design for comfortable hand positioning and smooth air flow
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Tapered valves with string linkage for durable, whisper-quiet operation
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12-1/8-inch yellow brass bell for balanced, beginner-friendly feel
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Clear lacquer finish for a warm, rich sound and polished look
Tech Specs
- Type: Single Horn
- Level: Student
- Key: Bb
- Finish: Clear Epoxy Lacquer
- Body Material: Yellow Brass
- Bell Material: Yellow Brass
- Bell Size: 12.12″
- Bell Type: Fixed
- Bore: .472″
- Throat: Medium
- Valves: 3 Solid Tapered Rotary Valves, String Linkage System
- Leadpipe: Tapered
- Leadpipe Material:Gold Brass
- Mouthpiece: 32C4
- Additional Features: 4th Rotary A+ Stop Valve
- Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
- Manufacturer Part Number: YHR-322II
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