Fox Model 601
Professional Bassoon - The Fox Model 601 is a “thick wall” bassoon that projects a large, rich tone to meet the needs of soloists and orchestral players. A “long bore,” “thick wall” bassoon, the Model 601 is known for producing a rich sound with stability and a powerful low register.
Standard Features
Choice of hand-selected and aged red maple or mountain maple body with mahogany finish
Silver-plated keys, posts, bands, and boot cap
Divided bass compact model
German bell ring (synthetic ivory)
Lining in wing joint and small bore of the boot
Wood hand rest
Neck strap ring
Cork wrapped tenons
Standard Keywork
Full German key system
Rotary style right hand whisper key lock
High F key
High E key
High D key
High A bridge to whisper key
Ring key for left hand third finger
Crowned pancake key
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 little finger F and A♭
Rollers for right thumb B♭ and F♯
Bocals
Two professional B bocals
Accessories
Fox compact bassoon case
Neck strap
Seat strap
Wing joint and boot joint swabs
Care cloth
