Fox Renard Artist Model 250D (Long Bore) - Bassoon
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Product Information
The Renard Artist Model 250D by Fox USA was designed for advanced students and devoted hobbyists wanting a premium instrument. Made 100% in the USA from select aged Red Maple it features a full German key system in silver plate (full spec below).The Model 250D provides an even and balanced response across the whole range. It has impeccable intonation with a flexible and singing tenor register. The instrument features a beautiful warm and dark tone throughout. These qualities are delivered because of the long bore design. This is in contrast the shore bore Model 240D which as a brighter, more flexible tone. It's a matter of personal taste as to which you may prefer.
The Fox Bassoon company was originally started in 1949 when professional player Hugo Fox retired from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He set out to make double reed instruments that would satisfy the most discerning artists. Today, the Fox company continue the art of hand-crafting instruments in the same place it all started: South Whiley, Indiana, USA.
Tech Spec:
- Select aged Red Maple body
- Natural rubber lining in wing joint and small bore of the boot
- Full German key system with silver plating
- Nine rollers + Left hand whisper key lock (type I)
- Rollers for right little finger F and Ab
- Rollers for left little finger Eb and Db
- Rollers for right thumb Bb and F#
- High D and High E keys
- Auxiliary low C extension
- Crowned pancake key
- Left hand Eb trill + Thumb Ab-Bb trill
- Body lock + Hand rest + Balance hanger
- Two professional 'T' bocals - #2 and #3 lengths
- Premium case with shoulder and backpack straps
- Neck strap + Seat strap + Microfiber swabs for boot and wing joints + Care cloth
Try this Instrument In Store
We have a variety of testing environments instore for customers to experience and enjoy. Our range of testing rooms are available to pre-book and we can even reserve stock in advance so if you're making a jouney to see us we can be prepared to make it a special experience for you.
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