Detail 01
Medium-hard strength
Slightly more resistance than medium. Holds pitch better in the low register and under volume, at the cost of more air.
Product detailSKU #1284160379005
Singin' DogBassoon Reed Medium Hard
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A medium-hard bassoon reed at a budget price. A middle-ground strength for students and doublers who want more resistance than a soft reed.
Strong match
Who this is for
- School and community-band bassoonists needing a reliable spare
- Players who blow flat or thin on softer reeds
- Doublers who need a working reed without making their own
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners in their first months on bassoon
- Players wanting a free-blowing, low-effort reed
- Oboists — bassoon reeds are much larger and do not fit
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
Bassoon reed
Sized for a bassoon bocal only. Far larger than oboe or English horn reeds and not interchangeable with them.
Detail 03
Around $24
Entry-level pricing for a bassoon reed. Consistent enough for daily practice; professionals generally finish or make their own.
Detail 04
Double reed, no mouthpiece
The reed produces the sound. Strength changes tone, pitch and low-register response more than any other single variable.
Detail 05
Cane construction
Cane is consumable and reacts to humidity. Response and pitch drift as the reed ages and dries between sessions.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Soak the blades in water before playing so the reed seals and vibrates
- 02No bocal, reed case or soaking cup included
- 03Wire adjustments need pliers and some knowledge — do not squeeze by hand
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long does a bassoon reed last?
A few weeks of regular practice. The tip wears and the cane softens over time. Rotating two or three reeds spreads the wear and keeps a backup ready.
02What does medium-hard feel like compared to medium?
A bit more push-back. It takes more air and a firmer embouchure, but the pitch sits higher and holds steadier at louder volumes and in the low register.
03Do I need to adjust it out of the package?
Often yes. Bassoon reeds commonly need small wire or tip adjustments to suit your bocal and embouchure. Have a teacher show you before working on one yourself.
04Can I use this reed on a contrabassoon?
No. Contrabassoon reeds are considerably larger and use a different bocal. This is for standard bassoon.
