This "post war" bassoon, with a heavier body wall, features a rich, authoritative sound.
The 812, with a heavier body wall, features a rich, authoritative sound. It is ideal for players who prefer a round, warm tone, and who require the power to balance the volume of a modern symphony orchestra.
Level
Custom
Key of
C
Key System
Heckel
System
Gentleman compact (YFG-812C)
Wall Thickness
Thicker
Roller Keys
F & Ab ; Ab & F# ; low Eb & low C#
Features
C plate; High C key; High D key; 2 bocals; Hand crutch; Neck strap
Body Material
Long Seasoned Maple
Key Material
Nickel Silver
Plating
Silver
Tone Holes
Undercut; Silver tubes available
Thumb Rest
Fixed
Trill Keys
F-G (high E key); E-F#
Spring Type
Blue Steel
Options
Bb key guard; Joint hinge; Balancer; RH pp slide system; A pp arm connecter
