Detail 01
Silk
Thin and absorbent, so it pulls through a narrow taper without bunching up and jamming partway.
Product detailSKU #1274228066256
HodgeBassoon Bocal Silk Swab Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silk pull-through swab sized for a bassoon bocal. For any bassoonist who wants water out of the bocal after playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Daily cleanup after practice or rehearsal
- Students told by a teacher to swab the bocal
- A spare kept in the case pocket
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Swabbing the wing, boot or long joint — too small
- Players who want a brush to scrub bore deposits
- Clarinet, flute or sax bores; this is bocal-sized
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Bocal-specific sizing
Cut for the bocal's short, narrow bore instead of the main joints, so it clears the tube cleanly.
Detail 03
Swab, not a brush
Absorbs moisture on the way through. It will not scrub deposits off the bore walls.
Detail 04
Black
Water staining does not show over time. Cosmetic only, no effect on how it works.
Detail 05
$12.99
Cheap enough to own two and rotate them so one is always dry.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bocal only — you still need a full-size swab for the joints
- 02Pull straight through rather than working it back and forth
- 03Dry it out after use; a damp swab in the case stays damp
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will it fit any bassoon bocal?
It is made for standard bassoon bocals. Taper varies slightly by maker, so a tight bocal may take a firmer, steadier pull.
02Can I use it on the whole bassoon?
No. It is sized for the bocal. The wing joint, boot and long joint need a full-size bassoon swab.
03Why silk instead of cotton?
Silk is thinner for the amount of water it holds, so it passes through the narrow bore without bunching, and it dries faster.
04How do I clean the swab?
Hand wash in mild soap and water, rinse thoroughly, and hang it until fully dry before putting it back in the case.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
