Premium Medium Strength/Regular Density Cane. Best Balance Of Tone And Playability.
Reed Monkey Professional Oboe Reeds are handmade from scratch. Designed for players seeking high end reeds with a round tone and less resistance than other brands offered here. I use Feng tube cane which has been professionally processed and sorted to achieve a strict high quality/medium strength standard. Apertures are somewhat larger than found in some pockets of the industry. This is better for a nuanced scrape and reed longevity. They are best for advanced to professional players with at least 3 years experience Those who prefer an easier ride and/or don't want to worry about possible post ship adjustment because of reed hardness will enjoy them the most.
Available in Professional, Elite and English Horn Models. Elite models offer extra nuance and an additional quality sort. Individual results may vary.
Construction/Scrape:
Oboe Cane: Cane is drawn from premium Feng cane inventories. Cane was professionally processed and heavily sorted for a true medium strength with regular to higher densities. Diameters are 10.5 and 11 with extra sort for somewhat larger size apertures within the batch. Gouge: Kunibert gouge @.60/.45 (small adjustments for cane density and seasonality). Shape: Mack++ or similar.
Staple: Professional Chiarugi staple 47mm # 2.
Blank Tie Length: 72 - 72.5 mm.
Finished Reed Length: @ 69.5-70 mm.
Signature American long scrape. Customized scrape. Moderately defined tip. Heart 42-.44 in thickness. Moderate windows, defined heart/back with catch. Moderate spine. Full professional level tone and response.
Finishing Touches:
- Dozens of micro adjustments prior to certification and ship.
- Tested on Howarth XL Oboe.
- Reed prep instructions are included.
- Light application of Vaseline to moisturize cork. Covid sanitized (repeat at home).
- Reeds are guaranteed against cracks and leaks that impact play with a refund or replace remedy.