Blank Reed
English Horn Reed
Personal Oboe Reed
Personal Oboe Reed Pack
Professional Oboe Reed
Reed on Your Staple
Student Oboe Reed
Why oboe-reeds ?
These handmade oboe and English horn reeds are designed for players who seek a dark, warm, and characteristic sweet oboe tone, combined with easy articulation, reliable intonation, and a comfortable, natural playing feel.
From oboist to oboist
Each reed reflects more than 20 years of reed-making experience and is crafted with great attention to detail — from the careful selection and processing of cane to precise finishing and final adjustment. Traditional reed-making knowledge is combined with modern working methods, including heat-set tying, to achieve stability, consistency, and musical flexibility.
FAQ
Why choose oboe-reeds.com?
Why choose oboe-reeds.com?
The idea behind oboe-reeds.com is simple: to make the oboist’s life easier and to bring more comfort, confidence, and pleasure into everyday playing.
Our handmade oboe and English horn reeds are created for players who are looking for a dark, warm, and characteristic sweet oboe tone, combined with easy articulation, reliable intonation, and a natural, comfortable playing feel.
Each reed is made with precision, care, and attention to detail, helping you find a reed that supports your sound, your technique, and your musical expression.
Where do you ship?
Where do you ship?
We ship worldwide. Available shipping options and delivery costs are shown during checkout, based on your delivery address.
Can I request a personal adjustment?
Can I request a personal adjustment?
Yes, of course. When placing your order, simply choose the reed type and write your request in the order notes.
What is the difference between Medium and Medium-Hard Professional reeds?
What is the difference between Medium and Medium-Hard Professional reeds?
Our Professional reeds are made from carefully selected, higher-density cane, usually from 10.3–10.5 mm diameter tubes. They are designed for advanced players and professionals who need stability, projection, refined response, and a rich tone colour.
Medium Professional reeds are made from slightly more flexible cane, based on flexibility testing. They offer a lighter feel, easier response, and greater flexibility, making them an excellent choice for solo playing, chamber music, and situations where colour and nuance are especially important.
Medium-Hard Professional reeds provide more resistance, stability, and projection. They are especially suitable for symphony and opera orchestra playing, where a stronger reed can offer greater support, focus, and reliability.
What is the difference between Beginner and Intermediate Student reeds?
What is the difference between Beginner and Intermediate Student reeds?
Our Student reeds are designed to make playing easier, more comfortable, and more enjoyable for developing oboists.
Beginner reeds are made from medium-density cane with a slightly larger diameter. They are lighter, easier to blow, and require less embouchure strength, making them ideal for young players and beginners.
Intermediate reeds offer a little more resistance and are intended for students with a stronger embouchure and more developed air support. They still remain lighter and easier to play than Professional reeds, while offering more stability and control.
