{"product_id":"fox-model-ii-professional-bassoon-in-lacquered-maple-sn-2592","title":"Fox Model II Professional Bassoon in Lacquered Maple","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFox Model II Bassoon Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFox Model II Bassoon Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bassoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Model II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Lacquered maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated keywork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Fox hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: F1 Bocal, seat strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 2592\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Model II Bassoon Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Fox Model II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Model II fit within Fox bassoons?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should consider a Fox Model II?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does bocal selection matter on a professional bassoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53769366110573,"sku":"FRB-2592","price":4249.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7133735.jpg?v=1787197959","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/fox-model-ii-professional-bassoon-in-lacquered-maple-sn-2592","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}