FOX, RENARD,LEITZINGER, & MOOSMANN BASSOONS
We also have a selection of Moosmann bassoons, as well as other Renard models and Fox Pro model bassoons.
Please give us a call at 800-322-6263 for current prices and to arrange for a trial. I'm sure you will be pleased with our selection, prices, and service.
Why buy your bassoon from Forrests?
Because, having undergone our exacting set up procedure, it will
reward you with better performance. Our new instrument setup begins
with an examination of tone hole facings and pads. Irregularities are
corrected for a good air tight seal, The mechanical action is checked
and the spring tension regulated for optimum performance and player
comfort. The initial setup includes a free follow up service within
a month, or so, of delivery, with costs limited to shipping. After this
initial servicing your instrument will offer many years of pleasure
with normal annual maintenance. Forrests delivers top value for your
instrument dollars!
INSTRUMENT
TRIALS.
Forrests will make stock instruments available for a one week trial (plus 2 days shipping time each way.) Shipping and insurance will be charged to the customer's credit card. During the trial period the customer accepts full responsibility for loss or damage. After the trial period the instrument may be returned or purchased and paid for in full. Once an instrument has been purchased after trial, the sale is final and the instrument is not returnable.
INSTRUMENT FINANCING.
All instrument prices and quotations are understood to be on a cash basis. (Payment in full at time of purchase).
SERVICE CERTIFICATE
Forrests' Service Certificate offers our non-institutional customers a 20% discount from our normal shop charges on all maintenance and repairs for a period of three years following purchase of any double reed instrument after August 1st 1999.
Fox
Bassoon (model 601). American, "thick-wall". This model
has insured Fox's presence in American symphony halls. Valued by performers
for its effortless, even scale and focused "sparkling core"
of tone, this model has made major inroads in American and international
orchestras.
Made of Mountain Maple for a warmer sound or Black Maple for more projection, it is equally appropriate for chamber groups and solo work. The standard model 601 includes high D and high E keys, and rollers on F, Ab, Eb and Db. An extensive list of optional mechanisms allows players to customize the instrument for their individual needs. The CVC bocal was especially designed for this model.
Fox Bassoon (model 201). Short Bore. This model has long been used by many professional players throughout the world. Its complete mechanism includes high D and E. There is a choice of maple species and many optional mechanisms to allow customization to the players preference.
Fox Bassoon (model 101). Short Bore. Identical to the model 201, except that it has more rollers as standard equipment.
Fox Bassoon (model II). Long Bore. Mechanism includes high D and E. Its warm tone quality and even scale make it the choice of chamber players, doublers and demanding amateurs. A choice of maple species and many optional mechanisms allow full customization.
Fox Bassoon (model I).
Long Bore. Identical to the model II,except that it has more rollers
as standard equipment.
Fox Bassoon (model IV-plus).
Long Bore. One of our favorite bassoons because of its good intonation
and sound mechanism. This is a handmade bassoon with a polypropylene
body. The metal finger tubes on the wing joint project into the bore
to avoid water problems. Forrests special version includes high D, right
hand whisper lock and a Bb guard, and two double star
CVX bocals. An excellent choice for schools, students and
amateurs who need a trouble
free instrument at a reasonable cost and with lasting value.
Fox-Renard
Bassoon (model 220). A well-equipped long bore instrument for
demanding amateurs, as well as schools and doublers, who are less concerned
with the need for symphony hall projection but prefer the even intonation
inherent in Fox long bore bassoons. The mechanism includes high D and
E keys, a crown on the pancake key and an extra roller each on the adjacent
Bb and F# keys. Currently made of Black Maple wood. French style bell,
silver plated keywork, and two double star CVX bocals.
Fox-Renard Bassoon(model 240). Mechanically, this is the short bore equivalent of the model 220. Greater flexibility and projection make this instrument a good choice for skilled amateurs and student s. Made of Red Maple.
Fox-Renard Bassoon (model
222 plus). A good choice for amateur players, students and schools who
desire a good maple instrument in a moderate price range.
Forrests' special version of the model 222 includes high D key, ring
key for the wing C, right hand whisper lock, and a Bb guard. The metal
finger tubes on the wing joint project into the bore to avoid water
problems. Made of Sugar Maple.
Fox Contra Bassoon. Fox has long been the maker of fine contras for major symphony orchestras and conservatories throughout the world. An extensive list of optional mechanisms is available. Delivery tends to be lengthy, but the reward is worth the wait.
Long Bore vs. Short Bore
For decades Fox has built two styles of bassoons: The long-bore models, liked for their warmer tone, even intonation and stability, and the short-bore models preferred by many orchestral players for their greater flexibility and projection.
In the early 1990s Fox added an additional variant: The thick-wall
models which sought to
combine some of the most desirable characteristics of each of the other
styles, while
providing a brawnier character to the voice of the instrument.
Instrument makers must consider and balance many physical aspects in
the acoustic design
of an instrument: bore length, bore size and shape, as well as the diameter,
length, shape and
positioning of the tone holes.
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Leitzinger Bassoon Model "Exclusive"
Most bassoon players are familiar with Stephan Leitzinger's extraordinary bassoon bocals, now he has a bassoon to match! Superbly hand made in the German tradition, it has a fine rich sound, excellent tuning (OK, not everything is in the German tradition!) and an easy to play high register.
Standard German key system, with high D key, high E key, right hand whisper lock, high A to whisper bridge, hard rubber finger tubes, body lock, screw stem hand rest, and rollers on F-Ab, C#-D#, thumb F#. Other options available on request.
Included with the bassoon is a uniquely designed compact case, accessories, and 1 Leitzinger bocal. Forrests Music will be happy to exchange the bocal for any Leitzinger bocal we have in stock within 1 month of purchasing the bassoon (customer to pay all shipping charges).
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In 1982 Bernd Moosmann
and the Kreuls of Tübingen bought the Kohlert Co., moved it to Waiblingen
Germany, and began building the Moosmann Bassoon. In 1987 Bernd Moosmann
became the sole owner of Moosmann GmbH. All Moosmann bassoons are made
of Yugoslavian mountain maple, aged for 7 years.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
300A Contra; Special order only)
Mountain maple body, adjustable tuning slide, nickel plated nickel silver
key work with 7 rollers.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
200A-Special order only)
"Curly" mountain maple body, with a "French polish"
lacquer finish. Fully keyed in silver plate, with high D key, Offset
high E key, 8 rollers, right hand whisper lock. Includes Gewa case and
cover.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
222A-Special order only)
Much like the model 200A, but with a larger bore and a longer bass joint,
as well as 2 more rollers and specially shaped left thumb keys.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
150A)
Moosmann's lowest price professional bassoon, it combines the key work
of the 100A with the body and finish of the 200A. The body is Curly
mountain maple, with a "French polish" lacquer finish. The
keys are silver plated nickel silver, and include high D key, high E
key, left hand Eb trill, right hand thumb whisper lock, 6 rollers
and 2 bocals. Also included are a Gewa case and cover.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
100A)
A very fine bassoon for the serious student and advanced amateur. Made
of Yugoslavian mountain maple, and fully keyed in silver plate with
high D key, high E key, right hand thumb whisper lock, 6 rollers
and 2 bocals.
Moosmann Bassoon (model
98A)
This is the same basic bassoon as the model 100A, but without the high
E key, front (3rd. finger) Bb key, and with 4 rollers. The right hand
third finger key has also been moved closer to the right hand 2nd. finger
hole. A very fine instrument, just fewer bells and whistles. Comes with
1 bocal.
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