{"product_id":"used-heckel-133xx","title":"Used Heckel #133xx","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt approx. 1988-1990\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtected by the original case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a Heckel CC1 bocal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 13,000 series Heckels, built starting from the late '80s into the '90s, are some of the first \"modern\" bassoons to be built. They are very thick-walled, with a robust sound and huge dynamic range. Many of these instruments are actively being used today and so are pretty hard to come by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Bassoon\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bassoon is a single-owner instrument, played professionally in the Milwaukee Symphony for its entire life. The instrument has come to us as the player has retired and wanted a lighter option that was easier on the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent bassoon. Extremely responsive, even scale, huge dynamic range, and very colorful sound. It also has some extra key work including a high E key, RH whisper key lock, Ab-Bb trill, and extra rollers for the RH thumb stack. If you're a professional bassoonist looking for an upgrade or just interested in a high-quality, professional bassoon, this is a can't-miss instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar instruments are selling in Europe for well over $80,000! Try this while you can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThie check price for this bassoon is $70,000. The card price is listed above and includes a 3% card processing fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet in touch to inquire about taking this bassoon on trial!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Midwest Musical Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47361416265897,"sku":"consign","price":72100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9437\/4569\/files\/Heckel_13321_ProductImage.png?v=1787161765","url":"https:\/\/www.mmimports.com\/products\/used-heckel-133xx","provider":"Midwest Musical Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}