The bassoon is a woodwind instrument in the double reed family that plays music written in the bass and tenor clefs, and occasionally the treble. Appearing in its modern form in the 19th century, the bassoon figures prominently in orchestral, concert band, and chamber music literature. It is known for its distinctive tone color, wide range, variety of character, and agility.
Bassoon reeds are made from a common species of grass called Arundo Donax, or giant cane. This strong, lightweight fibrous plant has been used in a variety of applications and can grow to more than 30 feet tall! For bassoon reeds, the cane is harvested from plants at least 60 years old, with an outside diameter of about an inch.
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These reeds are individually hand crafted from carefully selected cane, to support the full range with relative ease of response and a pleasant characteristic sound. The shape is unique, but similar to Herzberg's, with a blade length averaging 27 mm from the shoulder and overall length of around 55 mm. No returns on reeds unless damaged in the mail. Damaged reeds must be returned within 7 days. Please email or call before returning. -
Hand finished bassoon reed for beginner to intermediate player. -
These reeds are carefully selected for response, good intonation, and an easily produced tone. They are constructed using the Rieger 13 shape and measure approximately 28.5 mm from the top wire. No returns on reeds unless damaged in the mail. Damaged reeds must be returned within 7 days. Please email or call before returning. -
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These reeds are made with the Herzberg shape. The tip on this shape is slightly narrower than most European shapes which allows for stable intonation throughout the range of the instrument. Additionally, the process of beveling helps with the production of high notes. -
Hand gouged, shaped, profiled, and finished reeds from Gonzalez or Medir tube cane. These reeds are made in a Christlieb shape and hand wrapped with two different colors of cotton thread and natural, locally-sourced beeswax. No two wraps are the same. The shape gives them a beautiful singing quality with a warm, full round sound and even intonation. Medium strength reeds will play right away. Medium hard reeds will need to be broken in a little, but will ultimately last a little longer. No returns or exchanges on reeds. Reeds that break in the mail must be returned within 7 days. Please call or email first for return instructions. -
Medium: These reeds are made from Rigotti cane and are shaped with a Miller #2 wide shape. These are solid, dependable reeds with a singing tone and quality intonation. Good response and sensitive, these reeds are versatile and offer excellent control. Medium Hard: These reeds are made from Rigotti cane are shaped with a Miller #2 wide shape. They have been proven to be of the highest quality and dependability. They have a sensitive attack and smooth flexibility in all passages, as well as excellent intonation and steady, complex tones. -
Water tight cup with lid for soaking reeds. Attaches to music stand so water won't spill. -
Comes with wires and thread wrap. Choose from a light or standard profile and Herzberg or Rieger 1A shape. **This is an unfinished reed. If you don’t know how to make a bassoon reed, please do not buy this. No returns on reeds unless damaged in the mail. Damaged reeds must be returned within 7 days. Please email or call before returning. -
0.15 oz Tube of Cork grease -
Leather reed case with foam holder, holds 3 reeds. -
Basic supplies needed to start playing the bassoon: 2 beginner bassoon reeds 1 silk swab 1 reed case (for 3 reeds) 1 reed soaker cup -
Multicolored nylon thread / Pricing is per Spool -
Silk swab with chain drop. -
These reeds are hand made from select canes and shapes, and offer clean articulation with stable intonation and a complex, pleasing tone, and provide the flexibility and dynamic control needed for solo and ensemble playing. -
Rigotti Bassoon Tube Cane 25-26 mm diameter 1 pound -
Clip and Play gouged shaped and profiled bassoon cane. Processed here, at Clip and Play with our state of the art equipment. Choose Rigotti or Gonzalez cane. Reeds N Stuff Rieger 1A or Herzberg shape. CLICK ON ADD TO CART TO SEE QUANTITY DISCOUNTS -
300 yards of high quality nylon thread. Perfect for bassoon reeds and works for oboe reeds too. Slightly thicker than FF. -
Gouged, shaped and profiled. From China. -
Bassoon Bocal Swab