Tropical Bassoon Reeds

Tropical Bassoon Reed Specs:

• Total length: 54-55mm

  • Blade length: 27-28mm
  • Tube length: 28mm

• Shape: Varies
• Geographic Location: Brazil, high elevation, low-medium humidity

Reed Characteristics:

Tropical Bassoon Reeds utilize the combination of the most precise machinery to process the cane and the expertise of a professional bassoonist. Every step from tube cane to finished reed receives careful inspection by the maker, who possesses more than ten years of experience making bassoon reeds. As a result, stable intonation, excellent response, and beautiful sound distinguish Tropical Reeds.

Notes from the Maker:

Once you receive your reeds, the wires will probably be loose. However, that is normal, and happens when the reed has dried for a few days. They should be soaked for 5-10 min before the first use so the cane can expand and the wires won't be loose anymore. If the wires are still loose after a 10min soak, they will need tightening so the reed can function optimally.

The Soloist reed comes in three different shapes: Rieger 1A, Fox 2, and Herzberg. The former two are similar, with the Rieger 1A having a slightly wider flare. The Herzberg shape is overall narrower than the other two offered shapes, and can help bring up the pitch of the tenor range.

The Student reed helps younger players with softer sections and blend with the woodwind section. They are softer than the Soloist reeds, so if you like softer reeds, they are an ideal choice. The same quality control of the Soloist reeds features in the Student reeds.

Please note that thread color may differ between reeds.

If you like these reeds, consider trying:

RK Bassoon Reeds - Also made in Brazil, and offered in both Rieger 1A and Herzberg shapes. They feel a little lighter than the Tropical bassoon reeds.

Legacy Bassoon Reeds - Also made in a high humidity environment, but at a lower elevation with a different shape.