Product overview A replacement bassoon handle base and bracket saddle finished with a polished painted surface. Designed to support a handheld handle assembly, this component provides a stable mounting point while maintaining a neat, low profile appearance. Key benefits Secure support: Provides a stable anchor for the bassoon handheld handle, reducing unwanted movement during playing. Improved handling: Low profile shape and smooth finish promote comfortable, consistent hand placement. Clean appearance: Polished painted surface restores or matches the instrument finish for a tidy, professional look. Durable service life: Built for repeated use and routine instrument maintenance or replacement. Function and compatibility Function: Serves as the base bracket saddle for a bassoon handheld handle, transferring load from the handle to the instrument body and keeping the handle aligned. Compatibility: Intended for bassoons that use a removable handle base bracket saddle assembly. Designed to worn or damaged bases of compatible handle systems. Installation: Mounts to existing handle post and bracket hardware. Suitable for use during maintenance, , or when upgrading a handle assembly. Material and finish Construction: Metal base with a polished painted finish for smooth hand contact and visual consistency with the instrument. Finish purpose: Polishing and paint help resist surface wear and simplify cleaning while maintaining a refined appearance. Performance and size notes Design prioritizes a compact, unobtrusive profile so the base does not interfere with hand position or playing technique. Engineered to provide steady support under normal playing loads without adding bulk. Typical use scenarios Performance setup: a worn handle base before a concert to ensure stable hand support and a consistent hand position on stage. and maintenance: Use as a direct replacement during instrument servicing to restore handle alignment and stability. Instrument : Install when updating the handle assembly to achieve a specific look or finish match with the rest of the instrument. What to expect in practice Straightforward swapin replacement for compatible handle brackets. A neat, polished painted finish that integrates with the instrument surface. Reliable base support for everyday playing and transport. If you need a simple, durable replacement base for a bassoon handheld handle assembly, this bracket saddle offers stable support, a low profile design, and a polished painted finish to blend with the instrument.