What do I need to make oboe reeds?

Types of Reed making kits and what they usually contain:

  1. -The absolute bare bones items you need to have would be a knife, mandrel, plaque, and cutting block.
  2. -The kit you will see most often will come with the following items: knife, mandrel, plaque, cutting block, ruler, sharpening stone and tool case.

Is it cheaper to make your own oboe reeds?

May be cheaper than long-distance, but likely cost as much as or more than face-to-face. Yes. Nothing (short of making your own) beats playing a purchased reed in front of the reedmaker, and having them adjust it to your instrument, embouchure, and playing style.

How long should you soak new oboe reeds?

around 2 to 3 minutes
Oboe reeds are soaked in water before playing so that they have the right level of moisture. They are soaked in lukewarm water for around 2 to 3 minutes.

Is it cheaper to make your own reeds?

While it’s true that handmade reeds are MORE expensive, think about what you’re getting: when you’re purchasing a store bought reed, you are purchasing a reed which has been entirely manufactured and mass produced.

Can I make my own reeds?

Making a reed by hand First, split a cane of common reed into four sections of equal length. Strip the bark at the center. Cut the long edges to produce a boat-like shape. Score the reed at the center and fold it into two, and make vertical incisions on the part of the cane where the bark remains.

How much does it cost to make your own oboe reed?

To make oboe reeds would cost around $100 to $150.

How do you make your own reeds?

Making a reed by hand

  1. First, split a cane of common reed into four sections of equal length.
  2. Strip the bark at the center.
  3. Cut the long edges to produce a boat-like shape.
  4. Score the reed at the center and fold it into two, and make vertical incisions on the part of the cane where the bark remains.

How long should an oboe reed be?

between 69-70mm long
The final length of most oboe reeds should be between 69-70mm long (measuring from the bottom of the cork to the top of the cane). When a reed gets shorter than that, several things happen: the pitch gets sharp, the response is slow, and the reed can be hard to blow.