Projects well in all performance situations.
The Fox 900 Model Contrabassoon is the premier choice for discerning contrabassoonists. Crafted from hand-selected, aged maple and featuring a silver-plated key system, this professional contrabassoon produces stunningly resonant low notes with impeccable intonation. Bassoonists will appreciate the two included bocals—#2 and #3 lengths—and two Fox contrabassoon reeds to get started.
Carefully Chosen Materials Foster an Unparalleled Tone
To achieve the rich, resonant tone expected of a contrabassoon, Fox handpicks maple from forests around the world, then ages the wood to perfection. The result is an instrument with clarity and projection throughout its extensive range. Removable U-joints also allow for easy maintenance and adjustment to suit the player's needs.
A Key System Tailored to the Contrabassoonist's Needs
Fox's expert craftspeople have designed a key system specifically for the contrabassoon, including alternate right little finger F# and right forefinger Eb keys, right little finger F and Ab rollers and left little finger Eb and Db rollers. Silver-plated for a smooth feel and sealed against corrosion, the keywork provides contrabassoonists with a high level of control and playability.
Premium Accessories for the Dedicated Player
The Fox 900 Model Contrabassoon comes with essential accessories for practice and performance. Two bocals—#2 and #3 lengths—offer tuning flexibility, while two contrabassoon reeds get players started. A left hand support, adjustable end pin, silk swab, and cork grease demonstrate Fox's commitment to the details that matter to musicians. For safe transport, a premium aluminum case protects the instrument.
A Storied Tradition of Excellence
Founded in 1949 by Hugo Fox, principal bassoonist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Fox Products Corporation is dedicated to crafting premium double reed instruments in the United States. Fox contrabassoons, bassoons, oboes, and English horns are renowned for superior design, high-quality materials, and impeccable craftsmanship. The Fox 900 Contrabassoon upholds this tradition, providing an instrument worthy of the world's great orchestral stages.