Fox Renard Model 222 Bassoon
Fox Renard 222 is a great choice for new bassoonists and school music programs. Fox/Renard is one of the premier manufacturers of fine double reed instruments in the world. Introduced in 1971, the reasonable price and durable wooden body has made the Renard Model 222 bassoon a popular choice for new bassoonists and school music programs looking to add a wood body instrument to their bassoon section. The long bore design’s warm tone and excellent intonation make it a rare value.

The long bore body is constructed of sugar maple, selected for maximum durability and naturally aged. Durable synthetic linings in the wing joint and small bore of the boot joint engender it with the ability to undergo the rigors a student instrument sometimes endures. It is nicely apportioned with a German bell (white ring), body lock, and an acrylic enamel finish.

it additionally features nickel-silver keys with silver plating and Full German system. Plateau key on wing joint third finger hole. Rollers on F, Ab, Eb, and Db. Metal tubes extending into the bore in the finger holes of the wing joint to prevent water from entering the tone holes. Spring posts locked with screws. It is individually hand tuned for maximum resonance and projection.

Two bocals are included. Numbers 2 and 3, C Bore. The Renard 222 ships with a fine plush-lined case, neck strap, crutch, 2 drop swabs, seat strap.

The Fox warranty provision includes the generous offer that within one year, the instrument may be returned to the factory for fine-tuning, acoustical adjustment, and mechanical servicing, with costs limited to freight and parts.