Schilke 27 Standard Series French Horn Mouthpiece - Silver Plated | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Schilke 27 Standard Series French Horn Mouthpiece delivers specialized performance characteristics designed specifically for first horn players demanding precision and agility in the upper register. This professional-grade mouthpiece features a narrow 16.25mm diameter and thin rim configuration that creates exceptional response for lead horn parts, making it an ideal choice for principal players in orchestras, wind ensembles, and chamber groups who require brilliant projection and precise articulation in demanding first horn literature.
Product Overview
The 27 mouthpiece represents Schilke's commitment to creating specialized tools for specific musical roles, incorporating a narrow diameter design that enhances upper register response and agility for first horn players. The 16.25mm (0.640") diameter provides excellent control and precision for the demanding technical passages and high register work that characterize principal horn parts in orchestral and chamber music literature. The thin rim design offers enhanced flexibility and response while maintaining comfort during extended playing sessions required in professional performance settings.
This mouthpiece incorporates over 60 years of Schilke's design expertise, developed through collaboration with professional artists and refined through decades of performance feedback from leading horn players. The specialized throat configuration (#16, 0.177") works in harmony with the narrow diameter to create optimal airflow characteristics for first horn applications, delivering the brilliant projection and precise articulation that principal players require for cutting through ensemble textures while maintaining musical expression.
Schilke's systematic approach to mouthpiece design ensures that the 27 delivers predictable, reliable performance characteristics specifically tailored to the unique demands of first horn playing. The precision manufacturing and quality control that have made Schilke an industry leader for over six decades guarantee consistent specifications and performance reliability.
Ideal For
- First horn players in professional orchestras requiring precision and brilliance for principal parts
- Lead horn performers in wind ensembles and concert bands needing enhanced upper register response
- Chamber music musicians playing first horn parts demanding agility and projection
- Advanced students preparing for professional auditions and developing first horn technique
- Solo performers seeking specialized equipment for virtuosic horn literature and concerto performance
Key Features
Narrow Diameter Specialization
The precisely engineered 16.25mm diameter creates exceptional upper register response and agility specifically designed for the demands of first horn playing and lead parts.
Thin Rim Design
The specialized thin rim configuration enhances flexibility and response while providing comfortable support for the extended playing sessions required in professional first horn performance.
First Horn Optimization
Specifically designed for first horn players, delivering the brilliant projection and precise articulation needed to cut through ensemble textures while maintaining musical expression.
Precision Throat Configuration
The carefully calibrated #16 throat (0.177") works in harmony with the narrow diameter to create optimal airflow characteristics for first horn applications and upper register work.
Professional Silver-Plated Construction
Durable silver-plated finish ensures smooth playing comfort, excellent longevity, and maintains consistent response characteristics through demanding professional use.
What's Included
- Schilke 27 Standard Series French Horn Mouthpiece - Silver Plated
- Manufacturer warranty information
- Ask us about our specialized first horn mouthpiece consultation services
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | Standard Series |
| Model | 27 |
| Cup Diameter | 0.640" (16.25mm) |
| Rim Design | Thin configuration |
| Throat | #16 (0.177") |
| Specialization | First horn player design |
| Diameter | Narrow for upper register focus |
| Material | Precision-crafted brass |
| Finish | Silver-plated |
| Application | Principal/first horn performance |
| Heritage | 60+ years of design excellence |
| Manufacturer | Schilke Music Products |
| Part Number | 35 27 |
Experience This Specialized French Horn Mouthpiece Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to test the Schilke 27 Standard Series French Horn Mouthpiece and discover why this specialized design has become the choice of first horn players in professional orchestras and ensembles. Our knowledgeable brass specialists understand the unique demands of principal horn performance and can help you determine if this specialized mouthpiece configuration matches your playing style and musical requirements. Visit our showroom to explore our complete selection of professional Schilke French horn mouthpieces.
