Up to two bassoons can be sent for trial at one time. Below the instruments is an overview of the Fox bassoons, written by Alan Fox and printed here with permission. It gives a good introduction to the different models available. To see detailed information and a picture of each bassoon, just click on it. Last updated May 25, 2001.
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Defining the Bassoon During the 20th Century, the bassoon has undergone a steady evolution in its performance characteristics, responding to long-term trends in the pitch of orchestras as well as to the demands of larger concert halls and the varying tastes of performers and audiences throughout the world. The results show up in five different woods employed in the manufacture of our instruments, each of which has been combined, experimentally, with most of the acoustical designs, the most interesting ones being offered as options to the appropriate models. There are currently four acoustical variations in the design of Fox bassoons. Each has a distinctive tone quality and each presents variations in the compromise between security and flexibility. It is the most secure design and its tone quality fits well into chamber music as well as orchestral second bassoon parts.