Fox Model II Bassoon Overview
The Fox Model II is a professional bassoon from one of the most respected American bassoon makers, valued by serious players for Fox's long association with dependable scale, focused tone, and practical professional design. This Fox Model II in lacquered wood gives advanced bassoonists, teachers, and ensemble players a traditional wood-bodied professional instrument with the familiar Fox playing concept.
Fox Model II Bassoon Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bassoon
- Key: C
- Model: Model II
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body: Lacquered maple
- Keywork: Silver-plated keywork
- Case: Fitted Fox hard case
- Accessories: F1 Bocal, seat strap
- Serial Number: 2592
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bassoon is in excellent playing order and has been professionally repadded, serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The body shows widespread surface scratches, scuffs, finish wear, and several small finish chips from normal use. The cream-colored trim shows age-related discoloration and surface marks, and the metal ferrules, keywork, boot cap, and bocal show scratches, tarnish, and general wear. The fitted Fox hard case is included and shows heavy exterior wear, worn corners, worn interior areas, and aged hardware.
Who the Model II Bassoon Is For
The Fox Model II is intended for advanced students, collegiate bassoonists, teachers, and professional performers who want a traditional professional Fox bassoon for ensemble, lesson, audition, and serious personal playing. It is a strong fit for players who value a centered bassoon sound, familiar professional ergonomics, and an established American bassoon-making tradition.
Common Questions About the Fox Model II
How does the Model II fit within Fox bassoons?
The Model II belongs to Fox's professional bassoon family rather than the Renard educational line. It is intended for serious players who need a higher-level instrument for advanced study, teaching, and performance use.
Who should consider a Fox Model II?
A Fox Model II is appropriate for an advanced student, college player, teacher, orchestral player, or dedicated bassoonist who wants a professional wood-bodied bassoon with Fox's established playing concept.
Why does bocal selection matter on a professional bassoon?
The bocal has a direct effect on response, pitch center, articulation, and tone color. Because a bocal is included, the player can evaluate this bassoon as a complete playing setup.
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Fox Model II Professional Bassoon in Lacquered Maple
Fox Model II Bassoon Overview
The Fox Model II is a professional bassoon from one of the most respected American bassoon makers, valued by serious players for Fox's long association with dependable scale, focused tone, and practical professional design. This Fox Model II in lacquered wood gives advanced bassoonists, teachers, and ensemble players a traditional wood-bodied professional instrument with the familiar Fox playing concept.
Fox Model II Bassoon Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bassoon
- Key: C
- Model: Model II
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body: Lacquered maple
- Keywork: Silver-plated keywork
- Case: Fitted Fox hard case
- Accessories: F1 Bocal, seat strap
- Serial Number: 2592
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bassoon is in excellent playing order and has been professionally repadded, serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The body shows widespread surface scratches, scuffs, finish wear, and several small finish chips from normal use. The cream-colored trim shows age-related discoloration and surface marks, and the metal ferrules, keywork, boot cap, and bocal show scratches, tarnish, and general wear. The fitted Fox hard case is included and shows heavy exterior wear, worn corners, worn interior areas, and aged hardware.
Who the Model II Bassoon Is For
The Fox Model II is intended for advanced students, collegiate bassoonists, teachers, and professional performers who want a traditional professional Fox bassoon for ensemble, lesson, audition, and serious personal playing. It is a strong fit for players who value a centered bassoon sound, familiar professional ergonomics, and an established American bassoon-making tradition.
Common Questions About the Fox Model II
How does the Model II fit within Fox bassoons?
The Model II belongs to Fox's professional bassoon family rather than the Renard educational line. It is intended for serious players who need a higher-level instrument for advanced study, teaching, and performance use.
Who should consider a Fox Model II?
A Fox Model II is appropriate for an advanced student, college player, teacher, orchestral player, or dedicated bassoonist who wants a professional wood-bodied bassoon with Fox's established playing concept.
Why does bocal selection matter on a professional bassoon?
The bocal has a direct effect on response, pitch center, articulation, and tone color. Because a bocal is included, the player can evaluate this bassoon as a complete playing setup.
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Fox Model II Professional Bassoon in Lacquered Maple
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.