
John Packer JP163 Compensating Bb/F French Horn
The design of the JP163 Bb/F compensating French Horn is geared towards younger musicians and first time players looking for a lighter weight French Horn with access to both the Bb and F sides of the instrument.Â
The JP163 is supplied with a John Packer JP612 4B French Horn Mouthpiece.Â
The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with a reflective strap for extra safety. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
The JP163 is also supplied with a bottle of Ultra Pure valve oil and a maintenance guide to help you keep your instrument in top playing order.
Features:
- Constructed from yellow brass throughout
- Includes a compensating system allowing access to both Bb and F sides of the instrument
- Includes a number of high quality components usually reserved for more expensive French HornsÂ
- Mechanical (ball & socket) linkageÂ
- Neoprene valve bumpersÂ
- Finger hook and ducks foot can all be adjusted to ensure a comfortable handÂ
- Ideal for younger players
Specification:
- Model: JP163
- Key: Bb/FÂ
- Bell Size: Yellow Brass 310mm (12.2â)Â
- Valves: 4 Rotary ValvesÂ
- Bore: 12.00mm (.472â)Â
- Body: Yellow BrassÂ
- Finish: LacquerÂ
- Lyre Box: NoÂ
- Mouthpiece: JP612
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Description
The design of the JP163 Bb/F compensating French Horn is geared towards younger musicians and first time players looking for a lighter weight French Horn with access to both the Bb and F sides of the instrument.Â
The JP163 is supplied with a John Packer JP612 4B French Horn Mouthpiece.Â
The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with a reflective strap for extra safety. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
The JP163 is also supplied with a bottle of Ultra Pure valve oil and a maintenance guide to help you keep your instrument in top playing order.
Features:
- Constructed from yellow brass throughout
- Includes a compensating system allowing access to both Bb and F sides of the instrument
- Includes a number of high quality components usually reserved for more expensive French HornsÂ
- Mechanical (ball & socket) linkageÂ
- Neoprene valve bumpersÂ
- Finger hook and ducks foot can all be adjusted to ensure a comfortable handÂ
- Ideal for younger players
Specification:
- Model: JP163
- Key: Bb/FÂ
- Bell Size: Yellow Brass 310mm (12.2â)Â
- Valves: 4 Rotary ValvesÂ
- Bore: 12.00mm (.472â)Â
- Body: Yellow BrassÂ
- Finish: LacquerÂ
- Lyre Box: NoÂ
- Mouthpiece: JP612






















