Fox Renard 220 Bassoon Overview
The Fox Renard 220 is an established intermediate bassoon designed for advancing musicians who want a traditional wooden instrument with a warm, centered tonal concept and an approachable response. Its place in the Renard line has made it a respected choice for serious students, collegiate players, educators, and ensemble musicians seeking a step beyond an entry-level bassoon.
Fox Renard 220 Bassoon Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bassoon
- Key: C
- Model: Renard 220
- Body Material: Maple wood
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Case: Fitted hard case
- Accessories: Fox C2 bocal and neck strap
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Serial number: 25931
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bassoon is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The wooden body has scattered light scratches, rub marks, and small finish blemishes, with additional wear around the bell and lower joints. The keywork and metal trim have light handling marks and localized tarnish. The boot cap and boot-joint fitting show more noticeable scratching, plating wear, and discoloration. The fitted hard case is functional but has substantial exterior wear at its corners and edges.
Who the Renard 220 Bassoon Is For
The Renard 220 is well suited to advancing high school musicians, collegiate bassoonists, teachers, and community or orchestral players who prefer the resonance and tonal complexity of a wooden bassoon. Its intermediate position within the Fox family makes it a practical choice for musicians who need an expressive ensemble instrument without moving directly to the cost and complexity of a top professional model.
Common Questions About the Fox Renard 220
How does the Renard 220 fit within the Fox bassoon family?
The Renard 220 is generally positioned as an intermediate model for advancing players. It offers traditional wooden construction and a mature tonal concept while remaining distinct from Fox's highest-level professional bassoons.
What playing settings suit the Renard 220?
The model is commonly considered for school and university ensembles, community orchestras, chamber music, teaching, and serious individual study. Its centered sound concept supports both section playing and exposed ensemble passages.
What is the role of the included Fox C2 bocal?
The bocal is a major influence on bassoon response, intonation, and tonal focus. The included Fox C2 gives the player a Fox-branded starting point, while experienced bassoonists may compare additional bocals according to reed choice and personal response preferences.
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Fox Renard 220 Intermediate Bassoon in Maple
Fox Renard 220 Bassoon Overview
The Fox Renard 220 is an established intermediate bassoon designed for advancing musicians who want a traditional wooden instrument with a warm, centered tonal concept and an approachable response. Its place in the Renard line has made it a respected choice for serious students, collegiate players, educators, and ensemble musicians seeking a step beyond an entry-level bassoon.
Fox Renard 220 Bassoon Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bassoon
- Key: C
- Model: Renard 220
- Body Material: Maple wood
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Case: Fitted hard case
- Accessories: Fox C2 bocal and neck strap
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Serial number: 25931
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bassoon is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The wooden body has scattered light scratches, rub marks, and small finish blemishes, with additional wear around the bell and lower joints. The keywork and metal trim have light handling marks and localized tarnish. The boot cap and boot-joint fitting show more noticeable scratching, plating wear, and discoloration. The fitted hard case is functional but has substantial exterior wear at its corners and edges.
Who the Renard 220 Bassoon Is For
The Renard 220 is well suited to advancing high school musicians, collegiate bassoonists, teachers, and community or orchestral players who prefer the resonance and tonal complexity of a wooden bassoon. Its intermediate position within the Fox family makes it a practical choice for musicians who need an expressive ensemble instrument without moving directly to the cost and complexity of a top professional model.
Common Questions About the Fox Renard 220
How does the Renard 220 fit within the Fox bassoon family?
The Renard 220 is generally positioned as an intermediate model for advancing players. It offers traditional wooden construction and a mature tonal concept while remaining distinct from Fox's highest-level professional bassoons.
What playing settings suit the Renard 220?
The model is commonly considered for school and university ensembles, community orchestras, chamber music, teaching, and serious individual study. Its centered sound concept supports both section playing and exposed ensemble passages.
What is the role of the included Fox C2 bocal?
The bocal is a major influence on bassoon response, intonation, and tonal focus. The included Fox C2 gives the player a Fox-branded starting point, while experienced bassoonists may compare additional bocals according to reed choice and personal response preferences.
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Fox Renard 220 Intermediate Bassoon in Maple
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Shipping Information
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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.