Description
Fox 601 Bassoon
FINISHNaturally cured oil varnish in light mahogany or ebony to enhance the reflections of the flamed maple. Silver plated keys and trim.
MECHANISM18% nickel silver key castings. Nickel silver hinges and machined parts. Full German system with High D and E keys. Right hand whisper key lock. Rollers on F, Ab and Db. Metal tubes extending into the bore in the finger holes of the wing and boot joints to prevent water from entering the tone holes. All posts are set with epoxy and spring posts are locked with screws.
BODYFlamed Yugoslavian Mountain Maple (two other woods available), all woods naturally aged in our own facilities. Natural rubber linings in the wing and small bore of the boot joint.
ACCESSORIESDeluxe round cornered case with case cover, neck strap, wooden crutch, silk swab, seat strap.
INTONATIONEach bassoon is tuned individually to a modified just scale, with ample flexibility to accommodate the most demanding requirements. Tuning basis: A-440.
BOCALSNumbers 2 and 3 *CVC* Bore.
Features
- Features a thicker wall than most bassoons.
- The tone proves bigger and less focused than other designs.
Specs
- Body: Yugoslavian Maple
- Key System: Full German
- Keys: Silver Plated


