Manufacturer's Description:
Farkas mouthpieces offer the extra range, power and tonal color that have made them the single most popular French horn mouthpieces in the world. Whether for demanding symphonic work or beginner embouchure development, there’s a Farkas to meet the challenge.
Holton's Farkas French Horn Mouthpieces are the go-to choice for many of today's professional hornists, thanks to their wide range, far-reaching projection, and beautiful tone. Developed in collaboration with world-renowned musician Philip Farkas, these mouthpieces last a lifetime of use, making them perfect for beginners looking to brush up their chops and symphonic players with fully developed embouchures who demand high-quality performance from their instrument. With its medium-deep cup depth and medium-wide rim, the Farkas MDC facilitates a fantastic response across the French horn's entire range, supplying darker tones with a supremely comfortable mouthfeel. When it's time to grace the concert stage, trust Holton Farkas French Horn Mouthpieces for a top-notch sound and versatility that consistently delivers.
Holton Farkas French Horn Mouthpiece – MDC Features:
- Comfortable silver French horn mouthpiece with a medium-deep cup depth, medium-wide rim, 16.21mm diameter (in), 24.33mm diameter (out), and 4.62mm throat diameter
- Produces a darker tone than similar mouthpieces with increased sensitivity and exceptional response across the entire range
Holton: professional products spanning more than a century
Since its establishment in 1896, Holton has stayed true to an unwavering commitment to producing only the finest quality musical instruments and accessories available. Founded by Frank Holton — a member of John Philip Sousa's legendary band — the company's offerings evolved from second-hand instruments and Holton's unique creations to professional horns favored by many prominent performers of the time, including future innovator and Boston Symphony trumpeter Vincent Bach. Fast forward more than a century later, and Holton products are still a leading force in low brass instruments within the classical sphere, with models tailored to budding performers as well as experienced orchestral and symphonic hornists. Sweetwater is proud to be a part of Holton's long legacy of offerings — call your Sales Engineer and purchase your piece of music history!
Manufacturer Specs:
- Cup Depth: Medium-Deep
- Rim Shape: Medium-Wide
- Cup Diameter Inside: 16.21mm (.638")
- Cup Diameter Outside: 24.33mm (.958")
- Throat Diameter: 4.62mm (.182")
- Comments: Sensitive yet comfortable. Good response in entire range. For players who desire a slightly darker tone than that of the SC or MC models. Slightly narrower rim than SC or MC models.
