JP161 Bb Kinder French Horn

The JP161 single French horn is specifically designed for children, featuring a 'small wrap' that is smaller than a full-size horn. This design allows a child to place their right hand correctly into the bell while maintaining proper playing posture.

There is ongoing debate among French horn teachers about whether to start new pupils on the 'Bb' or 'F' side. The Bb side has different fingering for the same notes and is considered easier for pitch, while the F side has its own fingering. The JP161 represents the Bb side, while the JP162 is for the F side. Both horns read horn in F music and transpose a 5th, which can be initially confusing for some players.

Since horn players need to learn both sides of the horn, it's advisable to check with the intended teacher to ensure the correct single horn is chosen, as some teachers may focus only on the Bb side or F side.de.

Explore the affordable excellence of the JP164 for a reliable and accessible addition to your musical journey.

• The JP161 has been carefully designed as a small wrap to make it ideal for children to hold and with the addition of the adjustable finger ring and ducks foot which can be adjusted to fit even the smallest of hands.
• Mechanical (ball & socket) linkage ensures that the valve mechanism is robust and reliable.

• Model: JP161
• Key: Bb
• Bell Size: Yellow Brass Fixed Bell 277.50mm (11”)
• Valves: 3 Rotary Valves
• Bore: 12.50mm (0.492”)
• Water Keys: 1
• Body: Yellow Brass
• Finish: Lacquer
• Lyre Box: No
• Mouthpiece: JP612

The JP161 is supplied in a high quality lightweight case with backpack straps and comes with a John Packer JP612 4B French Horn Mouthpiece, bottle of Ultra Pure valve oil and a maintenance guide to help you keep your instrument in top playing order.

All JP Instruments are covered by a comprehensive 2 year warranty against manufacturing defects. Please note this does not cover aesthetic or finish faults. For full terms & conditions visit the Warranty Page.

Weight W/O Case: 1.94Kg
Weight With Case: 3.72Kg
Box Dimensions: 66x38x48cm
Boxed Weight: 5.4Kg