Superior Intermediate Oboe Reeds. Premium M-MH/Higher Density Oboe Cane (Marca). Warm Tone, Responsive.
Moon River Intermediate Oboe Reeds are handmade from scratch. Made with Marca Oboe Cane in a medium to medium hard strength and higher density. These reeds are designed to achieve intermediate level playability along with a beautiful tone, excellent projection and a good long life. Apertures (reed openings) are consistent with other intermediate models on this site. Designed for advanced intermediate players with at least 2-3 years experience (high school, conservatory and adult amateurs) with the embouchure and production system to handle a little extra resistance.
Construction/Scrape:
Oboe Cane: Cane is drawn from premium Marca cane inventories. Cane strength is medium to medium hard with a regular higher density. Diameters are 10.5 and 11 with extra sort for moderate 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+. A staple of this quality is rare for an intermediate reed. Save them for future reed making or gift them to your teacher at the end of your reed's lifespan. A $5.00 retail value.
Blank Tie Length: 72 - 72.5 mm.
Finished Reed Length: @ 69.5-70 mm.
Signature American long scrape. Customized scrape. Moderately defined tip. Heart 41-.43 in thickness. Moderate windows, defined heart/back with catch. Moderate spine. Professional level response.
Finishing Touches:
- Dozens of micro adjustments prior to certification and ship.
- Tested on my choice of Loree or Howarth XL Oboe.
- Reed prep instructions are included. If you are buying for someone else, make sure these instructions get to the player.
- Light application of Vaseline to moisturize cork.
- Players encouraged to sanitize reeds upon arrival.
- Reeds are guaranteed against cracks and leaks that impact play with a refund or replace remedy.