Are there any compact bassoons suitable for travel and gigs?
This page compares 3 Are there any compact bassoons suitable for travel and gigs with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Fox Renard Model 51 (Short Reach) Bassoon, Fox Renard Model 41 Bassoon, Moosmann M21C Student M-Series Bassoon - Maple (Model: M21C; SKU: 819033). Prices range from £5,671 to £9,763. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Fox Renard Model 51 (Short Reach) Bassoon
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£5671.38 ≈ | Fox | Renard Model 51 (Short Reach) Bassoon | — | — | — | Polypropylene body; silver-plated keys, posts, and boot cap | Renard bassoon case; Renard artist bassoon reed; seat strap; silk swab; care cloth; two Fox C bocals |
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The Fox Renard Model 51 (Short Reach) is a student bassoon with a short-reach key configuration designed for small hands. It has a polypropylene body for durability and a synthetic ivory German bell ring for tone. It's aimed at beginning to middle school players and school ensembles that want a practical, low-maintenance option. ★ Ideal forIts short-reach key system (with select keys removed to reduce difficult stretches) plus a lightweight molded polypropylene body make it a compact-feeling choice for travel and gig setups compared with full-reach student bassoons.
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Fox Renard Model 41 Bassoon
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£5922.10 ≈ | Fox | Renard Model 41 Bassoon | — | — | — | Polypropylene | Two C bocals, hand rest, neck strap, seat strap, care cloth, microfiber wing and boot swabs, protective case |
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Fox Renard Model 41 is a student bassoon made with a molded polypropylene body for durability and travel. It uses a full German key system with silver-plated keys and includes two C bocals plus playing accessories and a protective case. It's designed as a reliable, practical first bassoon for emerging players. ★ Ideal forFor travel and gigs, the molded polypropylene body is built to endure day-to-day handling and movement, and the included protective case plus straps make it easier to transport while using the full German key system with short-reach plateau key features for comfort.
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Moosmann M21C Student M-Series Bassoon - Maple (Model: M21C; SKU: 819033)
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£9762.53 ≈ | Moosmann | M21C | 23 | — | — | Bosnian Mountain Maple | BAM Compact-Design Case; BG 'Cup Style' Seat Strap; BG Swabs (3) - Wing, Boot, Bocal; Microfiber Cleaning Cloth; Wooden 3-Reed Case |
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The Moosmann M21C is an entry-level student bassoon designed for schools and younger players, with a compact bell design that helps with carrying and setup. It uses a Bosnian Mountain maple body and features silver-plated keys (23) with a hard rubber bore tube system. It's supplied with a compact case and student-focused accessories for day-to-day practice. ★ Ideal forYes-its compact bell design and provided BAM compact-design case make the M21C a practical choice for travel and gigs compared with standard-length bassoons.
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