Detail 01
Double reed, not a single reed on a mouthpiece
The reed is the whole sound source. Swapping it changes response, pitch centre and resistance far more than a clarinet or sax reed does.
Product detailSKU #1274228081559
VandorenEnglish Horn Reed
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single handmade double reed for English horn, sold one at a time. For players who need a ready-to-play reed without scraping their own from cane.
Strong match
Who this is for
- English horn doublers who play too rarely to make reeds
- Students needing a working reed before a lesson or concert
- Keeping a spare in the case for rehearsal-day emergencies
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Oboists — an oboe reed is a different, shorter staple
- Players who make their own reeds from blanks or cane
- Anyone wanting several reeds cheaply; this is one reed
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
Sold as one reed
$47.50 buys a single reed, not a box. Budget per-reed, and expect to reorder on a schedule rather than in bulk.
Detail 03
English horn scale
Longer and wider than an oboe reed, on an English horn staple. It will not seat or play in an oboe.
Detail 04
Vandoren machine-made consistency
Reeds arrive close to each other in strength, so you can reorder the same thing and expect similar response.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Soak briefly in water before playing; dry cane cracks and responds poorly
- 02Comes as the reed only — no case, tools, or cane
- 03Reeds are consumable; a working reed lasts weeks, not seasons
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many reeds do I get for $47.50?
One. This is a single English horn reed, not a box.
02Will this fit my oboe?
No. English horn reeds are longer and mounted on a larger staple. You need an oboe reed for an oboe.
03Do I need to adjust it before playing?
Soak it first. Beyond that, it plays as delivered. Many players still tweak with a knife or plaque once broken in.
04How long will it last?
Depends on hours played. With regular practice, expect a few weeks of good response before it goes flat and unresponsive.
