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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3 x 3 inch polishing cloth to clean silver keys -
pregouged bassoon cane -
Small wire cutters for bassoon and oboe reed making. -
Gouged Rigotti Bassoon Cane. Gouged at Singin' Dog on state of the art machine. -
Rigotti Gouged, Shaped and Profiled bassoon cane -
Gouged, shaped and profiled. From China. -
Large spools, but not too large to hold (300 yards). The gauge is very slightly thicker than FF. -
300 yards of high quality nylon thread. Perfect for bassoon reeds and works for oboe reeds too. Slightly thicker than FF. -
200 yards, FF nylon thread. -
0.15 oz Tube of Cork grease -
Brass Wire (22 gauge) -
Water tight cup with lid for soaking reeds. Attaches to music stand so water won't spill. -
Multicolored nylon thread / Pricing is per Spool -
Bassoon Bocal Swab -
Comes with wires and thread wrap. **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. -
Canvas Rollup Tool Case -
Deluxe ebony cutting block. -
Small needle nose pliers for bassoon and oboe reed making. -
4 pieces of gouged, shaped and profiled cane: 2 standard profile. (1 Herzberg shape, 1 Rieger 1A shape) 2 Clip and Play lighter profile (1 Herzberg shape, 1 Rieger 1A shape)