Is your horn too heavy? This is an innovative product that takes the strain of holding up your horn, whilst allowing freedom of movement. It easily fixes to your french horn without specialist tools and can also be easily removed. So, perfect for long or short term use!
£165.00 incl. vat @ 20% ERGObrass for horn, full set including attachment plate A and B
Kit A/B contains everything needed to set yourself up for seated playing. Kit includes attachment plate A for most Geyer horn types (Alexander 1103s, Yamaha 667s, Paxmans, Woodheads, Schmids, many Hoyers), attachment plate B for Kruspe style horns (Alexander 103s, Conn 8Ds, many Holtons, Yamahas and similar structured horns.), pole for chair or belt rest, belt mount plate. All fixings necessary for chair/belt mounting
£45.00 incl. vat @ 20% ERGObrass telescopic extension set
This is the extension pole to allow playing whilst standing
“I have been using the ERGObrass system now for 3 years and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
I am able to start my youngest students on good quality double horns from the outset and, as the player is no longer weight-bearing or crookedly holding the horn on lap or chair, both embouchure and right-hand position are able to develop without being compromised. For more established adult players, the support can be the difference between playing in pain or playing with ease, making back and shoulder pain a thing of the past.
The attachment system (using cable ties) is easy to use and the telescopic pole ensures that it is easy to use both standing and seated. Unlike other versions on the market, the spring mechanism ensures that you don’t feel ‘stuck’. Give it a go … it is so worth it to ensure a good embouchure set-up and balanced posture, with a good sound and no discomfort, without having to compromise which instrument you choose.”
Sue Baxendale – Section Principal Horn Scottish Opera, Horn Tutor at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Music School of Douglas Academy and St Mary’s Music School. (Not pictured)
“As someone with a joint condition, half the battle of playing is holding the horn up! I find the ErgoBrass improves my stamina, allows me to slot in more practice on days my body doesn’t feel great without hurting myself, and stops heavy playing days resulting in injury. It is so subtle with the chair attachment that people often don’t notice I’m using it, pops on and off really quickly and I can still move comfortably while playing. It’s made a huge difference and I really recommend it.”
(Anna Drysdale – 2nd horn Scottish Opera )
“The ERGObrass stick was incredible as a tool for my son to establish a brilliant relaxed technique on the horn. From the moment he used it, his sound improved and his posture was (and still is) excellent. It is an invaluable tool for teaching young horn players.”
(Kirsty Matheson – parent)
“The ERGOstick helps a lot in rehearsals because your back and shoulders don’t get tired. Plus it’s helped my posture so much that when I play without the stick, my posture remains the same and it feels comfortable.”
(Magnus – superstar young horn player, age 13 – pictured)
