The Conn CHR401 double French horn boasts the perfect balance of performance, durability, and value, and is a trusted choice for advancing students and intermediate French horn players. Designed in the classic Kruspe wrap style, this horn delivers a rich, full tone while maintaining the reliability needed for daily practice and performance.
The Kruspe-wrap design is popular among students and advancing players because it:
- Helps develop strong breath support
- Produces a forgiving, stable tone
- Blends easily in group settings like concert bands and orchestras
In short, a Kruspe-wrap horn emphasizes warmth, stability, and traditional sound—making it a reliable and widely preferred design for many French horn players.
The Conn CHR401 advanced double French horn features a corrosion-resistant nickel-silver mouthpipe and durable mechanical valve linkage, ensuring smooth action and long-lasting dependability. Built to handle the demands of student use, it also includes a protective hardshell ABS case for safe transport and storage.
Inspired by Conn’s professional lineup, this double French horn includes thoughtful upgrades like a mouthpipe water key, adjustable finger hook, and a reversible change rotor. These features enhance comfort and allow for greater customization, helping musicians refine their technique and play with confidence.
Each Conn CHR401 double French horn is carefully inspected and professionally set up by Conn Selmer technicians in Elkhart, Indiana, meeting the same high standards as Conn’s professional instruments.
Key Features of the Conn CHR401 Double French Horn
- Classic Kruspe-wrap design for warm, balanced tone
- Clear lacquer finish for lasting beauty
- Corrosion-resistant nickel-silver mouthpipe
- Durable yellow brass branches and bell
- Nickel-silver outer slide tubes for added strength
- Mechanical valve linkage for reliable performance
- Reversible fourth rotor (F/B♭ to B♭/F)
- Adjustable finger hook for improved comfort
- Integrated mouthpipe water key
Specifications
- Bell Size: 12 1/8”
- Bore Size: 12.1mm (.476”)
- Bell Throat: Small
- Key: Double Horn in F/B♭
- Level: Advanced / 400 Series
Included Accessories
- Hardshell case for protection and portability
- Holton Farkas medium cup mouthpiece
Whether you're stepping into more advanced repertoire or upgrading your current instrument, the Conn CHR401 double French horn offers exceptional craftsmanship, dependable performance, and outstanding value for serious musicians.