Kronwalt Contrabassoon

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The Modern Contrabassoon, Reimagined

Wolf and Walter have collaborated with instrument innovator Benedikt Eppelsheim to introduce the Kronwalt contrabassoon. This newly designed instrument combines the traditional sound aesthetics of a contrabassoon with new key innovations to make an instrument that is not only extremely well-constructed, but has beautiful tone and an ergonomic key system. This contrabassoon has an even scale, a clear tone, and an increased range.

This range comes with one of the most distinctive features, the flageolet keys that are built into the bocal. This keywork takes its inspiration from the Contraforte and also assists in response and resonance in the higher notes of the instrument.

This instrument has an innovative compact design. While Wolf makes the instrument in a traditional configuration that can't come apart easily, this breakthrough design makes travelling with the contra easy. It can be taken apart and placed in a special compact case that can be stowed as a carry-on on airplanes! It can also comes with a gig bag upon request.

These instruments are normally special-order only, and can come custom-built with a number of key options. To inquire about the Kronwalt contra, please contact us!