Reedcrest Bassoon Reed

Reedcrest Bassoon Reed Specs:

• Total length: 55.5mm

  • Blade length: 27.5mm
  • Tube length: 28mm

• Shape: Christlieb

  • A wide, goblet-style shape that emphasizes flexibility and immediate response.

• Geographic Location: Pennsylvania, low elevation, medium humidity

Reed Characteristics:

Reedcrest bassoon reeds are exceptional with their immediate response and easy playability right out of the box. They have little blowing resistance, resulting in a very flexible and comfortable bassoon reed.

Notes from the Maker:

The distinctive arrow-head style scrape on these reeds is fundamental in Reedcrest's finishing method. This scrape allows for careful pianissimos, stable fortissimos, and easy articulation.

If you like these reeds, consider trying:

APEX Bassoon Reeds – Also made to be a free-blowing reed, but uses a Rieger 1A shape.

Merz Bassoon Reeds – Features a wide shape with a similar throat width – similar responsiveness as the Reedcrest bassoon reeds.