Secondhand Howarth S1 Oboe
Code: 656854
This would be a great oboe for someone looking for an affordable student oboe capable of making a good tone.
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Suitable for
This would be a great oboe for someone looking for an affordable student oboe capable of making a good tone.
Howarth no longer make open hole oboes like these anymore. Despite this it remains a good oboe for student players. This S1 oboe is ring model; making it a little lighter, but requiring a good technique. It has simple octave mechanism.
Dates from around 1960 and in good condition.
Unique benefits
Service Notes: A pre delivery service/check will be undertaken prior to shipping. At busy periods this may entail a small delay. If this order is urgent please contact us as we are usually able to expedite.
Supplied with
Comes in original case with case cover. Also grease pot and reed case.
About the maker
Howarth of London have been making oboes for many years and produce excellent oboes for the student, mid-range and pro market. This specific model is not made any more, but is highly appealing.
Specification
- Wooden body
- Ring model
- Thumbplate
- Right-hand C-D trill
- Simple octaves