Howarth LXV-VT Professional Oboe, Grenadilla with Plastic Lined Top Joint

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The Howarth LXV model is the newest oboe in the Howarth collection. It has been carefully designed for the exacting demands of professional performers, taking into consideration the desired sound and response from the instrument. The LXV models combine the thicker walls of the XL with the smaller bore of the XM to give an instrument with powerful projection and a continental dark sound.

Howarth professional oboes have metal socket liners and metal sleeved tenons, offering greater protection and durability to the instrument and better mechanical security. The keywork is finished in a generous layer of silver plate. 

Howarth professional oboes are available in Grenadilla, Cocobolo, or Mopane. The density of the Grenadilla wood gives a dark and powerful sound, enhancing the projection. Cocobolo is a lighter, lower density wood which produces a warm, rich palette, offering a distinct alternative in timbre. The Mopane offers an alternative sound. This model is in Grenadilla wood, with a partially lined top joint ("VT"). 

Technical Specifications:

• Body in African Blackwood, also known as Grenadilla (dalbergia melanoxylon)
• Full Conservatoire System
• Semi-Automatic Octaves
• 3rd Octave Key
• C-D Trill Key (X 2)
• C-C# Trill Key
• Forked F vent
• Low B-C Link
• Extra trill mechanisms (Ab-Bb, Ab-A)
• "Banana Key" - low C-C# trill
• Eb-E trill mechanism
• Articulated C# mechanism
• Metal-lined tenon sockets and sleeved tenons
• Undercut tone holes
• Low Bb vent
• All necessary adjusting screws
• Adjustable thumbrest
• Weight - ca 760g

Howarth professional oboes are supplied in a bespoke solid wood case lined with green velvet. The case is protected by a Howarth professional oboe case cover.

2-year crack and 1-year adjustment warranty included with purchase. Contact the oboe department at 800-926-5587 for trial information and availability.