French Horn 1 Mouthpiece

Giddings Mouthpieces

3011

Size Guide

French Horn

French Horn Rim Diameter Throat Cup Depth Rim Width
FH-5 0.668 0.228 1.155 0.135
FH-1 0.678 0.165 0.787 0.152
FH-1.5 0.678 0.185 0.787 0.152
FH-2.5 0.679 0.175 0.995 0.152
FH-2.75 0.679 0.185 0.995 0.152
FH-200 0.685 0.18 0.985 0.15
FH-2 0.685 0.183 1.025 0.151
FH-3 0.7 0.173 1.05 0.142
FH-3.25 0.7 0.185 1.05 0.142
FH 3.5 0.7 0.173 1.01 0.14
FH-3.75 0.7 0.185 1.01 0.14
FH-4.25 0.705 0.173 1.045 0.138
FH-4.5 0.705 0.185 1.045 0.138
FH-310 0.705 0.182 1.2 0.156
Boston Brass 0.738 0.186 1.07 0.140
French Horn 1 Mouthpiece – The Classic Farkas Foundation for Every PlayerIn the timeless tradition of French horn pedagogy — where clean articulation, effortless response, and reliable playability form the bedrock of great playing at every level — the French Horn 1 stands as the essential all-around mouthpiece. Faithfully based on the legendary Farkas medium-deep cup designs that have shaped generations of hornists, this mouthpiece delivers the smooth, centered tone, crisp attacks, and forgiving feel that make it a favorite for beginners, students, professionals, and anyone seeking a dependable daily driver.Giddings Mouthpieces crafts the FH-1 with the finest modern production methods: state-of-the-art CNC lathes for precise, consistent dimensions and robotic polishing for an ultra-smooth, mirror-like finish that enhances response and comfort. The result is a mouthpiece of unmatched quality and reliability — hypoallergenic stainless steel that projects clearer, responds faster, and lasts a lifetime.Whether you're a young player building fundamentals in band or lessons, an advancing student tackling challenging repertoire, or a seasoned professional needing a versatile, no-compromise option, the French Horn 1 provides the classic Farkas warmth and security with flawless craftsmanship you can trust.Key Specs & Highlights:
  • Cup Design: Medium-deep Farkas-style cup for rich, focused tone and excellent response
  • Overall Balance: Optimized for clean articulation, ease of playability, and even feel throughout the full range
  • Craftsmanship: Precision CNC machining and robotic polishing for superior consistency and smoothness
  • Precision-crafted in stainless steel — hypoallergenic, no replating required, lifetime durable
Why players choose the French Horn 1:
  • Classic Farkas playability — Medium-deep cup delivers the warm, centered sound and smooth response that has trained hornists for decades
  • Effortless across the range — Clean articulation and forgiving feel make it ideal for beginners while supporting advanced demands
  • All-around versatility — A true daily driver for band, orchestra, lessons, solos, and professional work
  • Unmatched quality — CNC precision and robotic polishing ensure every mouthpiece performs consistently at the highest level
  • Endurance & comfort — Harder stainless steel provides instant energy transfer and reduced fatigue during long sessions
This mouthpiece embodies the foundational Farkas design with Giddings’ uncompromising modern craftsmanship — the perfect starting point or reliable go-to for hornists at any stage. Giddings Mouthpieces: The world’s largest selection of stainless steel mouthpieces — crafted from harder, more resonant materials that project clearer, respond faster, and last forever. Experience the French Horn 1 and discover why this classic, beautifully executed design remains a favorite for players everywhere.



Collections: French Horn

Category: .165, 175, American, European, French Horn, Standard Mouthpiece

Type: French Horn


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