How much does a Horn Weigh?

The weight of a horn has impact on the sound characteristics of the instrument but most of the time also on the back of the player. A lot of players develop problems in their back due to a very heavy horn. Of course, these problems can develop also due bad posture, a instrument not properly fit to the player or lack of regular rest.

I've decided to create this post with information I've collected from different Horn Makers as well as information sent by users. Younger players should have special care and avoid too large or heavy horns, so most of the time the right choice would be a, small wrap children horn (F or Bb), a single horn (F or Bb) or even a compensated horn. This subject should be discussed with your horn teacher, that might advise you for the best instrument, according your physical characteristics and needs.

From this list:

Single Horns: 1,5 to 1,7kg

Children horns: 1,4 to 2kg 

Vienna Horns: 1,5kg

Full Double Horns: 2,1 to 2,7kg

Full Triples Horns 2,5 ->