Holton H281ER

[Accessories]

Case (Slightly used)

[Features]

Holton

The Holton Company as we know it today began in 1898 with a two-room music store on the third floor of a building on Madison Street in Chicago. Holton has been manufacturing brass instruments since the 19th century, and its innovative designs have become beloved by many players.

H281ER

The H281ER's bell is a lightweight rose brass bell (finished with an extremely thin bell by hand hammering), made from brass with the highest copper content. The thin bell enhances the resonance of the satisfying rose brass.

[Specifications]

Key: F to B♭ (reverse key system allows for B♭ to F key change)

Bore: 11.89mm (.468mm)

Mouthpipe: 7.87mm (.310mm) Nickel Silver

Bell: Large throat bell (bell diameter: 12 1/4)

Bell Material: Rose brass

Rotary: Brass 4-rotary string action

[Condition]

Factory-tuned as of January 2026

① Rotary adjustment (including string replacement)

② Body cleaning (water wash)

③ Water key spring replacement

④ Consumable parts replacement (rotary stopper rubber, string)

⑤ Slide removal

⑥ Lever nut installation

⑦ Soldering (reinforcement of soldered areas)

⑧ Soldering (pillar installation)

※ Extensive rust overall, numerous dents

[Warranty]

3 months

※ Valid only in Japan