A trusted favorite by teachers and students alike, the Renard Artist Model 240 is a popular intermediate bassoon choice. The Model 240 is a “short bore” bassoon that is known for being a flexible, free blowing instrument with a strong “singing” quality that most often suits bassoonists looking for an instrument with a bold tone and soloistic qualities. This bassoon is a great choice for advanced students in high school through college, serious amateurs, and advanced school programs.

Standard Features

• Select red maple body with mahogany finish
• Silver-plated keys, posts, bands, and boot cap
• French bell ring (metal)
• Lining in wing joint and small bore of the boot
• Body lock
• Plastic hand rest
• Two professional T bocals

Standard Keywork

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