PROFESSIONAL BASSOON
Fox Model 750
With a name commemorating Fox Products’ 75th anniversary, the Fox Model 750 is the result of years of development, innovation, and collaboration with some of the world’s top bassoonists and pedagogues. This new offering combines the mechanical stability and consistency for which Fox Products is known with the power and flexibility required by the most discerning professional bassoonists. The 750 has an exceptional core to its sound at all dynamic levels, and the tenor register has outstanding ease and stability without compromising pitch in its rich low register. Additionally, it has thicker walls and a robust sound made to carry over a large orchestra while still providing a beautiful tone. This bassoon offers flexibility and an even scale, resulting in a bassoon that is just as compelling to play as it is to hear.
Exciting New Features
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Adjustable whisper key mechanism
Low-profile whisper key lock
Adjusting screw for A tone hole
Right hand E♭ trill with alternate C♯ position
Ergonomic keys and rollers for right little finger
Ergonomic right thumb keys
Fox Model 750
Standard Features
- Hand-selected and aged mountain maple body with bordeaux finish
- Silver-plated keys, posts, bands, and boot cap
- Long bell compact model
- French bell ring (metal)
- Lining in wing joint and small bore of the boot
- Wood hand rest
- Neck strap ring
- Cork wrapped tenons
- Balance hanger
Standard Keywork
- Full German key system
- Adjustable whisper key mechanism
- Low profile whisper key lock
- High E key
- High D key
- High A bridge to whisper key
- Ring key for left hand third finger
- Right hand E♭ trill with alternate C♯ position
- Ergonomic right thumb keys
- Right thumb A♭-B♭ trill
- Rollers for left little finger E♭ and D♭
- Rollers for left thumb whisper key and C♯
- Rollers for left thumb low C and D
- Rollers for right thumb B♭ and F♯
- Ergonomic keys and rollers for right little finger F♯, F, and A♭
- Adjustable A tone hole vent
Bocals
- Two professional B bocals
Leigh Muñoz
Andrew Brady
Jennifer Gunter
TK DeWitt
Sean Gordon
Daniel Shelly
William Short
“The 750 has elevated my concept of what’s possible in a bassoon. Not only can I now make music more freely; at the end of a long show, it’s remarkable how human I feel. Put simply, in everything from the sound, to the flexibility, to the scale, to the keywork, the Model 750 makes it easier than ever to make music the way I want!”
“When I was looking for an upgrade, the 750 more than met my needs. From the start, I was impressed by its great intonation, even tone from top to bottom, and flexibility. The sound quality is excellent and it’s just a pleasure to play. Thanks to my new 750, I’ve rediscovered the fun in playing and found my way back to the musician I remember being—just with a little more perspective and a lot more appreciation.“
“The Fox 750 has a beautifully even scale with a low register that plays in tune without compromising the tenor register. I like that I can expand the sound, and the instrument is able to take it. The sound doesn’t spread but remains beautiful and round at any dynamic level.“
“Switching to the Fox Model 750 has been a revelation. The instrument’s flexibility and natural response allow me to perform with a greater level of artistic freedom and confidence. Its precise intonation and thoughtfully designed keyword make technique feel fluid and effortless. Most importantly, it is simply a joy to play!”
“I chose to play on the 750 because it has a very rich and flexible sound while being very stable and smooth in all registers and dynamics. It makes it easier, and more fun, to play in the orchestra. “
“On my 750, I can just make the music I want to make so easily. All my ideas come through so clearly, and I’ve never had more fun playing!“
“I am enjoying my 750 so much that I had to leave the instrument in my locker at the Met. I was playing too much at home and my arms were getting pretty sore. I’m just having such a great time playing this fabulous instrument!”
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