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Description
Yamaha Model YHR-872ND Kruspe Wrap Custom French Horn with Detachable BellYamaha YHR 872ND Custom French Horn Overview The Yamaha YHR 872ND is a Kruspe wrap Custom Bb F double French horn built for players who want a vintage inspired tonal palette with modern Yamaha consistency. Developed in collaboration with Mark Almond and Chris Castellanos, it pairs a rich, colorful sound concept with reliable intonation and a detachable bell for practical transport and service flexibility. Yamaha YHR 872ND Custom French Horn
Yamaha YHR-872ND Custom French Horn Overview
The Yamaha YHR-872ND is a Kruspe-wrap Custom Bb/F double French horn built for players who want a vintage-inspired tonal palette with modern Yamaha consistency. Developed in collaboration with Mark Almond and Chris Castellanos, it pairs a rich, colorful sound concept with reliable intonation and a detachable bell for practical transport and service flexibility.
Yamaha YHR-872ND Custom French Horn Specifications
- Instrument: Bb/F double French horn
- Wrap: Kruspe
- Key: Bb/F
- Body Material: Nickel silver
- Bell Size: LL
- Bell Type: Detachable
- Bore: Main tuning slide 12.1 mm; other slides 12.0 mm (0.476 in/0.472 in)
- Valves: 4
- Valve Rotors: Solid
- Lever Action: String
- Finish: Clear lacquer
- Case: Included
- Accessories: Yamaha HR-32D4 mouthpiece; manufacturer warranty
Condition & Setup
This Yamaha YHR-872ND is brand new and includes the full manufacturer warranty. As an authorized Yamaha dealer, we deliver each instrument after professional inspection and play-testing to confirm proper function and setup.
Who the YHR-872ND Custom French Horn Is For
The YHR-872ND is a professional-grade Bb/F double French horn designed for advanced students, emerging professionals, and working players who need a broad tonal color range with dependable intonation. Its sound concept is based on the bold, complex character associated with iconic vintage horns, while maintaining the response and pitch stability expected from a modern Yamaha Custom instrument.
This model stands out for its artist-driven design input from Mark Almond and Chris Castellanos, plus a detachable bell that supports frequent travel and simplifies storage. It is well suited to orchestral, chamber, and studio work where clarity, blend, and controllable projection matter.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YHR-872ND
Is the Yamaha YHR-872ND suitable for professional orchestral use?
Yes. The YHR-872ND is part of Yamaha’s Custom line and is built as a Bb/F double horn with specifications and performance expectations intended for professional orchestral, chamber, and studio playing.
What does a detachable bell change for the player?
A detachable bell allows the horn to fit in a more compact case for travel and storage and makes bell service or replacement easier. It does not change the instrument’s fundamental design as a Kruspe-wrap Bb/F double horn.
What mouthpiece comes with the YHR-872ND?
This instrument includes a Yamaha HR-32D4 mouthpiece, along with the factory case and the full manufacturer warranty.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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