The Fox Model 460 is an entry-level professional bassoon patterned after the Fox Model 660. This “short bore”, “thick wall” instrument is built in a compact, long bell configuration. The 460 offers power and projection along with strong soloistic qualities for advanced players.

Standard Features

• Select red maple body with bordeaux finish
• Silver-plated keys, posts, bands, and boot cap
• Long bell compact model German bell ring (synthetic ivory)
• Lining in wing joint and small bore of the boot
• Body lock
• Wood hand rest
• Two professional B bocals

Standard Keywork

• Full German system keywork
• Rotary style right hand whisper key lock
• High D and E keys
• High A bridge to whisper key
• Ring key for left hand third finger
• Crowned pancake key
• Rollers for left little finger E♭ and D♭, right thumb B♭ and F♯, and right little finger F and A♭