Written on: 14/06/2011 by reviewwizard2012
my name is amir, i play the french horn (read more)
Written on: 25/01/2011
I had an alex 103 new in the 1980s and loved it. I chose this horn because my teacher at the time (Adrian Leiper)recommended them so much. I have heard and seen several comments about the variability from one instrument to another, but I haven't tried enough alexander horns to comment myself, although I have recently bought a vintage 103 reckoned to be from the 1960s, and despite being quite tatty when I got it, it plays wonderfully, even better than the 1980's one. If you love a proper... (read more)
Written on: 13/09/2009
My Alexander 103 was purchased in 1965 and what a tremendous investment it has proven to be!! For me it is a treasure and one which I have sworn never to part with, that is until the inevitable time arrives. Truly a wonderful friend!! (read more)
Written on: 28/12/2008
The Alexander 103 is a wonderful horn, I have played since 1970 as a student and professional. I owned eight different horns at one time and I always have kept my Alexander 103 since it is the superior horn. It is the only horn I use and will never need another horn. (read more)
Written on: 12/11/2008
I moved up to the Alexander 103 from the Paxman Studenti, and the sound is so much fuller on the Alexander 103. A great horn all round, and is so beautiful. However, a lot of Alexander horns loose there lacquer easily, sadly mines does too. My Alexander has lasted a life time, a sterdy and very well built horn. It has a definate sound of a true French Horn. (read more)
Written on: 08/08/2008 by franzosterreich (1 review written)
My Alexander 103 has played wonderfully for years. I have had it since 1970 and has never needed any major work done to it. Great orchestra horn and has the true sound of a French Horn. (read more)
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