ReedMania Baroque Bassoon Reed

ReedMania Baroque Bassoon Reed Specs

o Shape: Reiger B5B

o Cane: ReedMania baroque reeds are started from gouged and profiled cane that is 140mm long.

o Geographic Location: Multiple locations - southeastern Michigan and NYC, making these reeds more acclimated to different geographic locations.

Reed Characteristics

ReedMania baroque reeds are flexible and comfortable no matter the location or instrument. They are great for players of all experience levels with historical instruments, whether just learning or experienced. They are ideal for Scherer and Wolf HKICW bassoons pitched at 415hz.

These reeds are playable out of the box! For players seeking out reeds for historical bassoons, they either have to make them themselves, or deal with exorbitant prices from Europe or wait times, and may require significant adjustment after purchase. These reeds are in stock and ready to ship, and last for a long time, similar to contra reeds. If you want a Baroque bassoon reed that is easily available and just works, there is no better opportunity.

Tips from the Reed Maker

When scraping these reeds, keep in mind they differ from how a modern bassoon is scraped. These reeds have thinner hearts and spines compared to modern counterparts. Playable out of the box, their length is still something that can easily be adjusted by trimming. After trimming, make sure to thin the tip back to the previous balance.