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Thomann BS-100 Children Bassoon - Bassoons

Thomann BS-100 Children Bassoon

Bassoons

$2,290
Bassoon, Model with child-friendly key system, Lighter than the standard model due to...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Gebrüder Mönnig 214 Topas Bassoon - Bassoons

Gebrüder Mönnig 214 Topas Bassoon

Bassoons

$22,689
Bassoon, Professional basic model, 26 Keys, 8 Castors, High D, High E, Double Eb...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Amati ABN 41 IV Bassoon - Bassoons

Amati ABN 41 IV Bassoon

Bassoons

$6,130
Bassoon, Semi-professional bassoon model, 25 Keys, High C and D key, 4 Trill keys, 9 Rollers,...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Amati ABN 36 C Contrabassoon - Bassoons

Amati ABN 36 C Contrabassoon

Bassoons

$22,918
Amati ABN 36 C Contra Bassoon, Contra Bassoon, Professional model up to sub-contra Bb, 25 Keys including high D and E...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Basson S 2000 Plus - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Basson S 2000 Plus

Bassoons

$12,318
Guntram Wolf Bassoon S 2000 Plus, Bassoon, From long-seasoned sycamore maple from slow growing locations, The S 2000...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Basson S 2000 - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Basson S 2000

Bassoons

$8,707
Weight 2.9 kg
Guntram Wolf Bassoon S 2000, Bassoon, Made of long-seasoned sycamore maple from slowly growing layers, The wooden body...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$9,739
Bassoon, Conservatory model, Special model - based on model 5016 except with the plateau...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Oscar Adler & Co. 1350 P Bassoon Children Model - Bassoons

Oscar Adler & Co. 1350 P Bassoon Children Model

Bassoons

$6,130
Oscar Adler & Co. 1350 P Bassoon Children Model, Bassoon, Children's model, A minimal amount of keys for a reduced...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Oscar Adler & Co. 1361 Bassoon Orchestra Model - Bassoons

Oscar Adler & Co. 1361 Bassoon Orchestra Model

Bassoons

$15,354
Oscar Adler & Co. 1361 Bassoon Orchestra Model, Bassoon, Orchestra model, 27 Keys, 11 Rollers, High D key, E / F# trill...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357 Bassoon Standard Model - Bassoons

Oscar Adler & Co. 1357 Bassoon Standard Model

Bassoons

$8,651
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357 Bassoon Standard Model, Bassoon, Standard Model, 24 Keys, 5 Rings, High D key, E/F#-trill key,...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson

Bassoons

$14,840
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0, Bassoon, Professional model, Specially selected sycamore maple wood, 25 Keys, 4 Rollers, High D...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357/125 Bassoon Anniversary - Bassoons

Oscar Adler & Co. 1357/125 Bassoon Anniversary

Bassoons

$7,905
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357/125 Bassoon Anniversary, Bassoon, Anniversary model, 23 Keys, 5 Rings, High D key, E/F# trill...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,249
Bassoon, Limited special edition, Made of aged grenadilla wood & selected sycamore...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$9,166
BassoonThis bassoon has a standard key system. From this model upwards all instruments...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,020
Schreiber WS 5013-2-0 Bassoon, Bassoon
4.3 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Fg 4 Quart Bassoon - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Fg 4 Quart Bassoon

Bassoons

$4,422
Weight 1.2 kg
Quart Bassoon, Particularly suitable as an instrument for children, Sounds a fourth...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Fg 4 Plus Quart Bassoon - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Fg 4 Plus Quart Bassoon

Bassoons

$4,696
Weight 1.2 kg
Quart bassoon, Especially suitable as a children's instrument, Sounds a fourth...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Fg 5 Quint-Bassoon - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Fg 5 Quint-Bassoon

Bassoons

$4,183
Weight 0.95 kg
Guntram Wolf Fg 5 Quint Bassoon, Quint Bassoon, Tuning: G, Quint bassoon with standard key system, The quint bassoon...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Guntram Wolf Fg 5 Plus Quint-Bassoon - Bassoons

Guntram Wolf Fg 5 Plus Quint-Bassoon

Bassoons

$4,527
Weight 0.95 kg
Quint BassoonThe quint bassoon sounds a fifth higher than the normal bassoon. It...
4.8 AudioFu Score

About Bassoons

This category features professional-grade bassoons, instruments vital for orchestral performance, chamber ensembles, and solo work. Bassoons are known for their rich, complex tone and distinctive voice within a musical group. Selecting the right bassoon is a significant investment impacting a player's tone, responsiveness, and overall playing experience.

Best For
Orchestral musicians professional bassoonists advanced students chamber ensembles solo performance
What to Look For
Keywork ergonomics bore design wood type and density tone color intonation consistency responsiveness overall craftsmanship

Bassoons — Pros & Cons

PROS

  • Exceptional tonal depth and complexity for nuanced musical expression
  • Superior projection and clarity in demanding orchestral settings
  • Increased responsiveness allowing for greater dynamic control
  • Durable construction ensuring longevity and consistent performance

CONS

  • Significant investment requiring careful consideration and expert consultation
  • Complex maintenance demands specialized knowledge and regular servicing
  • Can be sensitive to environmental conditions like humidity and temperature
  • Requires a high level of skill to fully realize its potential

Frequently Asked Questions About Bassoons

The bore's shape fundamentally influences the instrument's tone, projection, and intonation, affecting the overall character of the sound.

Different wood types (e.g., grenadilla) offer varying densities and grain structures, which contribute to tonal color, responsiveness, and projection.

The contrabassoon is a double-reed instrument pitched an octave lower than the standard bassoon, offering a deeper, more resonant low range.

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