Elliott Brass Professional Flugel Horn

The Ultimate Expression of Lyrical Tone

The Elliott Brass Professional Flugel Horn is designed to capture the ‘smoky’ and intimate tonal quality that defines the best of the brass band tradition. While many flugel horns struggle with consistency in the lower register, the Elliott model has been meticulously tuned to offer a seamless transition across the entire scale. It is the ideal choice for lyrical soloists who require an instrument that can whisper with clarity but still project warmth over a full ensemble.

Technical Specifications

Key: Bb
Valves: 3 Bottom-sprung Monel pistons for smooth, silent action.
Trigger: Bottom-mounted 3rd valve slide trigger for easy pitch correction.
Finish: High-quality silver plating for longevity and professional aesthetic.
Setup: Fully inspected, tested and adjusted by UK specialists.

Advanced Engineering for the Soloist

This instrument features a bottom-sprung valve block for a quiet feel and a dedicated 3rd valve trigger for precise pitch correction. The deep-taper bell and high-copper brass construction ensure the sound remains dark and velvety. Originally developed for the demanding climates of Hong Kong and Australia, the superior silver plating ensures your instrument maintains its mechanical integrity for years.

12-Month Warranty: Includes a comprehensive manufacturer’s warranty and a free professional health check before the 12-month period expires.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it include a trigger?
Yes, it features a heavy-duty 3rd valve trigger for effortless intonation control.

Is the case included?
All our professional instruments come with a high-quality protective case designed for the traveling musician.

The competition?

The Sound: The Schilke 1041-FLC utilizes a pure copper bell to achieve its signature warmth. The Elliott delivers that same luxurious, dark brass band core, blending seamlessly into a traditional UK section while retaining a beautiful, velvety voice for solo work.
The Precision: Schilke is globally famed for its premium American engineering. The Elliott matches this mechanical reliability with precision-lapped, bottom-sprung monel valves, meticulously hand-finished right here in the UK by Paul Andrews. With his 40 years of workshop expertise, you are guaranteed a fast, silky-smooth action the second you open the case.
The Intonation: While the Schilke relies on a very specific small-bore profile, the Elliott is engineered for modern, stable slotting and effortless intonation across the entire range. It is distinctly forgiving, saving your chops during those demanding contest pieces.
The Verdict: The Schilke is a phenomenal American flugel horn, but it comes with an eye-watering £4,100+ price tag. The Elliott gives you top-tier professional performance, complete with dedicated Brass Toff workshop preparation, for a fraction of the investment.

- The Philosophy: Adams is famous for offering endless bespoke, custom configurations. The Elliott takes a different approach: we deliver one curated, flawlessly balanced, ready-to-play professional setup that hits the ‘sweet spot’ for 90% of serious players.
- The Versatility: The Adams F3 is highly regarded across multiple genres. The Elliott is equally a chameleon—fat and dark enough for a test piece, yet nimble enough for a jazz set.
- The Feel: Adams instruments feel distinctly modern. The Elliott retains a classic ergonomic feel in the hands, offering comfort and familiarity to traditional players transitioning to a new horn.
- The Verdict: If you want a world-class, versatile instrument without drowning in custom specification sheets (or paying for them), the Elliott is the intelligent choice.

The Sound: Courtois is legendary for its massive, wide-open French sound and large bell flare. The Elliott provides a similarly rich and opulent texture, but with a slightly more focused projection, ensuring your sound doesn’t get ‘lost’ in the middle of a loud ensemble.
The Agility: The sheer size of a Courtois can sometimes make fast, technical passages feel like hard work. The Elliott balances a warm tone with soloistic agility, allowing for effortless lip slurs and fast articulation.
The Build: Courtois has a long European heritage. The Elliott combines exceptional modern manufacturing with our 40-year Brass Toff UK workshop guarantee.
The Verdict: The Elliott offers the luxurious, dark warmth of the French tradition but with superior agility and absolute mechanical reliability.

The Sound: The Bach 183 is the undisputed king of the jazz and commercial scene, known for a slightly brighter, more nimble tone. The Elliott has a broader, fatter sound, making it far more suitable for the traditional UK Brass Band environment while still retaining that necessary soloistic sparkle.
The Response: Bach flugels can occasionally feel tight or resistant. The Elliott’s tapered bore design ensures a free-blowing experience from the pedal register right to the top of the stave.
The Valves: Bach’s bottom-sprung valves are a classic design. The Elliott utilizes a modern, ultra-reliable valve block that is meticulously aligned in our Lowton workshop before sale.
The Verdict: If a Bach feels a little too ‘commercial’ for your brass band, the Elliott bridges the gap perfectly—giving you jazz-level agility with a proper, dark brass band core.

The Price Comparison

Brand / Model	Retailer	incl. Setup?	Price (Inc. VAT)
Schilke 1041 FLC	Most Suppliers	✘ Boxed Only	from £4,222
Adams F3 Flugel Horn	Adams (Holland)	✘ Boxed Only	£3,481
Antoine Courtois AC159R	Most Suppliers	✘ Boxed Only	from £3,299
Bach Stradivarius 183	Most Suppliers	✘ Boxed Only	from £3,334
Elliott Professional Flugel	Direct (UK)	✔ Master Setup	£2,250

Elliott Brass pricing includes full UK master workshop preparation by Paul Andrews at Brass Toff.

Most imported instruments are shipped directly to the customer in the factory box

At Elliott Brass, every single FH-868RS Flugel Horn is unboxed, stripped, and meticulously prepared in our Lowton workshop by Master Technician Paul Andrews. Paul has over 40 years of engineering experience and he’s the one who inspects the valves, perfectly aligns the tuning slide tolerances, and fully tests the instrument before it ever reaches your hands.

You aren’t just buying a Flugel Horn: You are
investing in our reputation!