Fox Model 685 Professional Bassoon
The Fox Model 685 is built in the style of the 680 but with thicker walls and longer tone holes to produce a darker, more concentrated tone and greater dynamic range. It is a unique design that provides the performer unlimited power as a soloist or member of a large orchestra while preserving the singing quality and flexibility in the tenor register.
Standard Features
- Select, aged Mountain or Red Maple body
- Silver water tubes extending into the bore
- French (metal) or German (white synthetic ivory) bell ring
- Natural rubber lining in the wing and small bore of the boot
- Compact model: four-piece (long bell) or five-piece (divided bass joint with additional metal band) design
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Fox Model 685 Professional Bassoon
Fox Model 685 Professional Bassoon
The Fox Model 685 is built in the style of the 680 but with thicker walls and longer tone holes to produce a darker, more concentrated tone and greater dynamic range. It is a unique design that provides the performer unlimited power as a soloist or member of a large orchestra while preserving the singing quality and flexibility in the tenor register.
Standard Features
- Select, aged Mountain or Red Maple body
- Silver water tubes extending into the bore
- French (metal) or German (white synthetic ivory) bell ring
- Natural rubber lining in the wing and small bore of the boot
- Compact model: four-piece (long bell) or five-piece (divided bass joint with additional metal band) design
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
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Description
The Fox Model 685 is built in the style of the 680 but with thicker walls and longer tone holes to produce a darker, more concentrated tone and greater dynamic range. It is a unique design that provides the performer unlimited power as a soloist or member of a large orchestra while preserving the singing quality and flexibility in the tenor register.
Standard Features
- Select, aged Mountain or Red Maple body
- Silver water tubes extending into the bore
- French (metal) or German (white synthetic ivory) bell ring
- Natural rubber lining in the wing and small bore of the boot
- Compact model: four-piece (long bell) or five-piece (divided bass joint with additional metal band) design










