Detail 01
Medium strength
The common middle ground. Easier to blow than a hard reed, more stable and less flat than a soft one.
Product detailSKU #1274228067395
JonesOboe Reed Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ready-to-play medium-strength oboe reed. A consumable for students and players who do not make their own reeds.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students and school players who do not scrape their own reeds
- Keeping a working spare in the case for rehearsals
- Players wanting consistent response without reed-making tools
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who make or heavily adjust their own reeds
- English horn or bassoon; the staple and scrape differ
- Anyone expecting a reed to last a full season
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.
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Ready-made reed
Arrives finished and playable. No scraping, tying or reed knife required to get sound out of it.
Detail 03
Oboe-specific staple
The metal tube is sized for an oboe reed well. English horn and bassoon reeds are not interchangeable.
Detail 04
$18 each
Reeds are consumable. Budget for replacements every few weeks of regular playing rather than as a one-time purchase.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Soak the reed in water a few minutes before playing; dry cane cracks and will not vibrate
- 02Reeds wear out. Two or three at a time is normal for regular playing
- 03No reed case included; storing loose in a bag will chip the tip
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long does an oboe reed last?
With regular playing, usually a few weeks. Response gets stuffy and pitch drops as the cane breaks down. Rotating between two or three reeds extends each one.
02Is medium the right strength for a beginner?
Medium is the usual starting point. It takes less air than a hard reed while still holding pitch. Move softer only if you are running out of air.
03Do I need to soak it first?
Yes. Soak the cane in water for a few minutes before playing. Dry cane will not vibrate properly and is much more likely to crack.
04Can I use this on English horn?
No. English horn reeds are longer and use a different staple. An oboe reed will not seat correctly or play in tune on one.
