Description

Renard Artist Model 220 Bassoon

A solid performer since its introduction in 1972, the Renard Artist 220 is a popular choice that features consistent range, stability and a warm, even tone. It is acoustically patterned after the Fox Model II. The 220 is a great economical choice for students, hobbyists and schools.
The 220 starts with a stunning Black Maple long-bore body- selected for its tone and durability and aged in Fox facilities. The body includes lining in the wing joint and small bore of the boot joint and finished with a body lock and French bell (metal ring). The nickel silver-plated German key system includes high D and high E keys, ring key for wing joint third finger hole, rollers on F, Ab, Eb and Db; right thumb Bb and F# in combination with a crowned E key and Bb guard. Metal tubes extending into the bore in the finger holes of the wing and boot joints prevent water from entering the tone holes. All spring posts are locked with screws. Each instrument is indevidually hand tuned to A=440 for maximum resonance and projection.
Features
Select, aged Black Maple body
French (metal) bell ring
Lining in the wing and small bore of the boot
Nickel silver water tubes extending into the bore
Body lock
Standard Keywork
Full German key system with silver plating
Rollers for right little finger F and Ab
Rollers for left little finger Eb and Db
Rollers for right thumb Bb and FRight hand whisper key lock, type I
High D and High E keys
Accessories
Two professional T bocals – #2 & #3 lengths
Premium case with shoulder and backpack straps
One high-quality bassoon reed
Hand rest
Neck strap and Seat strap
Microfiber swabs for boot and wing
Care cloth