ARTIST, German system

The handmade keywork of this model is equipped with an additional Eb key. The touchpieces for the right hand thumb include rollers (round E cup), thus enabling faster and easier playing.

The large Bb/F# key guard plate prevents from accidental operation of the Bb and F# keys and offers better protection than the standard model.

This professional Schreiber bassoon guarantees musicians maximum playing comfort and excellent sound quality.

Specifications

• 26 keys including high-D key, high E key, double C-touchpiece, double Eb
  touchpiece on wing joint, large Bb/F# key guard plate, whisper key lock for the left hand
• 7 rollers, F#-F-Ab, C#-Eb, Bb, F#
• Double C-touchpiece
• Double Eb key
• Nickel-silver keywork, silver-plated
• Body from 10 year old alpine maple wood
• New bore
• A special epoxy resin lining in the wing and to over Ab tone hole in the boot joint
• 3 hand hammered, soldered and bent bocals, silver-plated (KER1, KER2, KDR1)
• Durable and attractive case with cordura cover, backpack construction, music compartment and accessories
• Options: spike with cap, balance holder, disconnectable Ab/Bb trill, additional rollers, fingerholes with solid silver inserts, more options on request

£5,355.00