The tools behind the sound

My
Equipment

A look at the horns and everyday gear I trust in concert halls, studios, classrooms and on the road.

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Horns I play

Built for range, color and clarity.

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Yamaha YHR-871D French horn

Yamaha

YHR-871D

A professional double horn in my working collection, chosen for its versatility across performance, recording and teaching.

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Yamaha YHR-881D descant French horn

Yamaha

YHR-881D

Part of the horn setup I rely on across a touring schedule that moves between performance, recording and teaching.

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02 · Valve oil

Pro Elite Oil

I use Pro Elite Oil, the high-end, graphene-infused valve oil made by Pro Elite Music. It is part of the daily maintenance routine that keeps my instruments ready for rehearsals, performances and travel.

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Pro Elite Oil bottles displayed with a French horn
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The rest of the setup

More tools of the trade.

01 · MutesTwo Ion Balu French horn mutes

Ion Balu

The mutes I use for color, response and dependable performance.

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