A Fine German-made Bassoon for Advancing Students
Designed for advancing students, the Schreiber S16 bassoon is meticulously crafted in Germany to support expressive, nuanced playing. The S16 features a premium mountain maple body and a standard key system with 25 silver-plated keys. Its moisture-resistant design includes epoxy resin lining in the wing and boot joints, placing it among the most durable bassoons we've seen here at Sweetwater. Moreover, robust construction elements such as metal tenon caps, brass socket liners, and precision-fitted joints ensure long-lasting reliability and reduced repair requirements.
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Precision keywork
The S16’s advanced keywork includes a high D key, a double C-touch piece, and a left-hand whisper key lock, expanding the instrument’s range and simplifying complex passages. Additionally, four rollers from F to Ab for the right thumb and C# to Eb for the left pinky allow fluid transitions between adjacent keys, improving your technical agility. Whether you're preparing for conservatory auditions or seeking a long-term musical companion, the S16 delivers the precision, durability, and expressive range needed to meet the demands of advanced repertoire. With its superb intonation, rich sound, and excellent build quality, the Schreiber S16 has what it takes to go the distance in your career and further your development as an artist.
Schreiber S16 Features:
- German-made bassoon for advancing players
- Matured mountain maple body, clear polyurethane finish
- Standard 25-key configuration; silver-plated nickel keys
- High D key, double C-touch piece, whisper key lock, 2nd Bb key, C# trill key
- 4 rollers: F–Ab, C#–Eb
- Brass boot joint socket liners provide stability and prevent chipping
- Metal wing and long joint tenon caps prevent cracking
- Epoxy resin lining in the wing and boot joints resists moisture-induced wood rot
- Hard rubber finger hole inserts extend into the bore to prevent moisture buildup
- Includes 2 bocals (crooks), lengths 1 and 2
