Painted brass. Good workmanship, this French horn has a pleasantly light response and a warm sound. The improved model, now has a gold brass mouthtube, a screw-on bell and a robust, smooth-running mechanism. The guarantee for a quick sense of achievement. Let yourself be impressed by the quality and full sound of the Karl Glaser instruments. With Karl Glaser you will not be disappointed! We have been distributing these instruments for many years. The value for money is first class. Countless musicians, students and teachers play these instruments.