Reed Monkey Intermediate Oboe Reeds: Handmade

Premium Medium Strength/Regular Density Cane To Promote Best Tone, Response And Accessibility. 

Reed Monkey Intermediate Oboe Reeds are handmade from scratch. They are designed for optimal playability, warmth and consistency.  They are made with my best medium strength, regular density oboe cane. Aperture size (reed opening) is moderate. These are the best oboe reeds for intermediate players with 12+ months experience. They are recommended as a first upgrade from student model. Other players looking for well priced, high quality oboe reeds with less resistance will also enjoy them. 

Construction/Scrape:

Oboe Cane: Medium strength cane is drawn from my professional cane inventory. Cane is hand processed and sorted for diameter, aperture size, strength and overall intermediate grade compatibility. Gouge: Kunibert gouge @.60/.45 (small adjustments for cane density and seasonality).  Shape: Mack++ or similar.

Staple: Professional Chiarugi staple # 2 47 mm length. A staple of this quality is rare for an intermediate reed. Save them for future reed making or gift them to your teacher at the end of your reed's lifespan. A $5.00 retail value.

Blank Tie Length: 72 - 72.5 mm.

Finished Reed Length: @ 69.5-70 mm.

Signature American long scrape.  Customized scrape. Moderately defined tip. Heart 40-.42 in thickness.  Moderate windows, defined heart/back with catch. Moderate spine. Near to full professional level tone. Intermediate level response.

Finishing Touches:  

• As per all oboe reeds, individual results vary. 
• Cane is hand tied on staple for mount with precision alignment not possible with machine.
• Dozens of micro adjustments prior to certification and ship. 
• Tested on my choice of Loree or Howarth XL Oboe.
  
• Side view for illustrative purposes only.
• Reed prep instructions are included.  If you are buying for someone else, please make sure that these instructions get to the player.
• Light application of Vaseline to moisturize cork. 
• Players encouraged to sanitize reeds upon arrival.
• Reeds are guaranteed against cracks and leaks that impact play.  They are otherwise not returnable.  See policy.