Rigotti is our most consistent cane and yields a high percentage of usable pieces.  This cane is thick-walled overall with tight vascular bundles which is very appealing, but it is recommended that the finishing gouge be slightly thicker as each scrape will take significantly more cane off.  The finished reeds on Glotin cane have a focused, rich sound, but because it borders on softer cane the longevity of the reeds are decreased.  This particular cane is increasingly more popular in climates with slightly more humidity. 10.0-10.5mm is often a little more expensive than 10.5-11mm and is a little harder to keep in stock. Likewise, a single radius guide/carriage and roller plate may be purchased to convert a double radius machine into a single radius design. Resistance (too hard or soft) 2. We work closely with all of our clients and bring to the table 20+ years of oboe experience and knowledge. Oboe Cane, gouged (9.5-10.5 diameter) Starting with the chopped and planed cane, the pieces are then gouged on an Innoledy (John Mack version) to.59-.62. The brown mottling on cane is simply a stain from leaves left on the stalk and should not effect cane (usless it is dull and porous). As you become more experienced you will want to start shaping your own cane so you have more control over the results. It is advisable when clipping the tip to remove as little cane as possible. Currently we offer oboe tube cane, english horn tube cane, oboe pre-gouged cane, english horn pre-gouged cane, oboe gouged cane, english horn gouged cane, oboe shaped cane and english horn shaped cane. English Horn Reed. Oboe Reed (Student/Intermediate) Price $22.00. Sold by the piece. It is one of our hardest brands and is also quite dense. Generally we will have 10.5 - 11.0 mm in stock, the 10 - 10.5 is relatively hard come by so grab when you see it in stock.DonatiDonati (aka Silvacane) is grown in the Sauvebonne valley, near Hyères, France. The winds are stronger which affects the cane characteristics. Tone (does it make a nice sound) 5. It is in our nature to think that whatever is at the top of the chart is what is best. Remember that anything you do to a reed affects all four of the above considerations. See our guide to gouging under cane processing. The Donati family has been specialists in reed cane since 1932. Reeds vibrate quickly and have a nice sound. Oboe Reed Blank. Home / Oboe - Accessories / Oboe Reeds / Page 2 Showing 17–23 of 23 results Default sorting Sort by popularity Sort by average rating Sort by latest Sort by price: low to high Sort by price: high to low On Sale Place the oboe reed in warm water for 2-4 minutes, remove from water, blow out excess moisture and play. Medir is produced in the Catalonia region of Spain along the Mediterranean. Latium is very easy to work with. Oboe - Cane. Rouché is a new addition that is of medium hardness and density. 4. | Fax: (612)331-4718, 9am – 5pm Monday thru Friday  Recommended for all climates and elevations. Most times cane is categorized by hardness. Leaking (air escaping) Sometimes we see the term density used. Danzi cane is a new addition to our inventory of tube cane selection. Price $7.25. We have gotten very positive feedback and great reviews on this cane.  Finished reeds have a warm, rich sound and are very focused. It’s density is just slightly lower than average.  It gouges quite nicely and there is generally a high yield of usable pieces per quarter pound. the contents of your shopping cart or your language setting. Artist: Sang Yoon Kim. It is also usually available in either 10-10.5mm or 10.5-11mm diameter. Oftentimes hardness and density are used interchangeably to characterize cane. Latium is a new addition that is of medium hardness and slighty less than average density.  The tubes are generally very straight and will have a higher yield per quarter pound. We equate hardness with longevity in reeds and how much cane “comes off” when we scrape. We use sun-dried cane for our ‘Hard’ (HD) and ‘Medium’ (MD) Density categories, and wind-dried cane for … We have made some beautiful reeds with this cane. Rigotti is medium hard cane. Add to Cart.  The reeds produced with Lucerne cane are light and vibrant and scape very evenly. Soft and less dense may be the right combination for you, or something in the middle. A new addition to our tube cane selection, Lucerne cane comes to us from central Europe and we consider this to be a medium soft - medium cane. Loree is by far our most popular selling and most consistent cane and is a staple of our tube cane selections.  We would qualify this cane as a medium hard cane with a rich, golden color, light marbling, and smooth texture.  This is a very consistent cane in terms of processing and has a high yield for usable, processed pieces.  Loree cane tends to produce a very stable reed, with a full focused sound and a somewhat increased life span from being harder cane.  The finished gouge could be adjusted slightly to finish thinner in the center to facilitate vibrancy.  Loree cane can vary from batch to batch slightly in consistency of scrape but overall it is very even and easy to work with.  Loree has been very popular across the country but most specifically on the East coast.  Recommended for all climates and elevations. Try it out in one of our samplers.MarcaMarca hails from Ollioules, in the Var region of France. Posted on March 22, 2013 by Jeff Marshak. Use these cane guides to help you align the cane to the staple when tying on reeds. Lead is very soft and very dense. It is grown much closer to the Mediterranean coast than usual. The less prepared the more control you have over the process, but the more equipment and training you need. If we use metals as an example, you can start to get an idea of how this works. If you can imagine  making reeds out of either of these diverse materials, you start to get the idea.The following chart shows how these two measurements interact in the cane varieties we currently carry.Be careful not to jump to any conclusions too fast. Its use is very simple and allows you to make your reeds much faster while ensuring a perfect assembly. We are all different and we live in different climates and elevations, and our reed styles vary. Viewing 9 posts - 1 through 9 (of 9 total) Author Posts Most people start reed making with gouged, shaped & folded cane. Pitch (sharp or flat or change depending on note) 4. The cane is slightly harder than average and is of medium density. Read our cookie policy. Too open= squeeze shut for 10 -30 seconds; Too Closed= Return to water for another minute; 5-10 hours of playing on the oboe reed. Marca has been producing cane in this region for over 60 years. It also is the densest and one of the hardest. If you like to take your time making your reeds, the smaller diameter is a better choice. NEW ARRIVAL Quick View.  It has a lighter color, some pieces are more dense than others so there is some variation. 43,90 € * delivery time: 2-8 days (G)** * incl. Different gougers produce cane with different qualities so this guide is intended to help oboists sort through the many gougers on the market and find one that fits them best. In general, Glotin cane tends to be a medium-soft cane, has a paler color, and generally requires a slightly thicker finishing gouge.  Glotin has an overall silky texture but can vary in consistency from piece to piece.  Some tubes yield some harder pieces while others are much softer and stringy. Oboe cane comes in a variety of stages of preparation. Attorney Examined Safe Shop. The "golden" color comes from how long the finished pieces have been set in the sun to essentially "tan" This is typlcally for about 10 days or so. The shop system stores in these cookies e.g. Some additional setup may be required; centering bed with guide. It is of medium hardness and slightly less than average density. The quality of tube cane shipments can vary from batch to batch; call to inquire about the attributes of a particular shipment. We are certainly proud to offer a wide variety of tube cane options for oboists to choose from.  We work very hard to acquire only the finest products but please keep in mind that cane is a plant, and there are some things (like weather and other growing conditions!) Select from our multiple shapes to find what works best for your playing style. We are proud to offer a wide variety of tube canes to suit your reedmaking needs. Arundo donax is perennial, meaning that it grows all year without dying out in the  Being that this cane is a medium soft-medium cane  you can gouge on your standard set up and receive fairly consistent results. A set screw locks the shaper tip in position. The tubes are fairly thick walled resulting in fewer than average pieces per pound. In the genus Arundo, there are Oboe cane is the donax species. They can make or break our practice sessions, performances, and auditions. The Roy Double Radius Oboe Gouger Version 2.0 is an almost complete revamping of the original design. That is not necessarily true. While every oboist looks for different characteristics in their cane, this guide will serve as a breakdown for the general qualities our cane displays. Gouged Cane To shape, you need to start with cane that is gouged only. Latium is our first cane grown in Italy. Cane is also frequently identified as having “tight or moderate vascular bundles”.  Recommended for all climates and elevations. I have been making high quality oboe reeds for close to 20 years! A hard cane is not necessarily a dense cane. Pisoni cane is also one of our most consistent canes and also one of the most popular sellers as well.  This cane generally is qualified as a medium-hard to hard cane with a golden color, smooth and even texture, and some marbling.  Pisoni does generally tend to have a higher yield of processed pieces.  The tubes are also generally straight.  The cane borders on the harder side and the finished gouge may be adjusted to be slightly thinner to help facilitate vibrancy.  Finished reeds will commonly have a decent life span and have a very focused sound but can sometimes border on ‘bright’, depending on the scrape.  Batches of Pisoni are generally very consistent, very straight, with tight vascular bundles.  Recommended for all climates and elevations. Tubes are fairly thin-walled and straight. Marion is our newest addition to our tube cane selection. Tubes have average wall thickness. Add to Cart. Price $10.25. Timiy Medium Strength Soft Oboe Reeds with Plastic Box 3-Pack. It is usually cheaper if you buy it in bundles of 10 pieces or more. The HDR oboe gouger is derived from the classic Graf design, with brass carriage and guide, ... Oboe Cane Diameter Gauge. Tubes have average wall thickness. Some varieties are also available by the pound. Vascular BundlesWe do not have a good way of measuring the fiber structure of cane at this time so we do not include this in our cane descriptions.Hardness vs densityFirst off, these are two different physical attributes that can be measured. Delivery times to other countries see >here . Toll Free: (800)926-5587 K.GEK.Ge is a very popular cane from China. We certainly expect that to change! Place the oboe reed in warm water for 5-7 minutes, remove from water, blow out excess moisture and play This cane is not commonly sold in US, but is more common in Europe. Vic is also grown in the Var region of France near Fréjus and is also a new addition. Medir. Pack of 10 cane guides. Sold per 1/4 pound. Reeds 'n Stuff. Oboe reeds come from cane that has a diameter of around 10-11mm. Currency - All prices are in AUD Currency - All prices are in AUD Because of the hardness and density, it takes more scraping to get the reed going. These things do make intuitive sense. In general, the the larger the gouger diameter, the thinner the edges, the quicker the reed starts to vibrate when scraped. Try our samplers to figure out what may be right for you.AlliaudAlliaud is harvested near Sarrians, France. Oboe Reed Adjustment Basics. Medir is new to our catalog, but it has a very good reputation.MistralThis is a new cane on the market from the Var region of France.  Because this cane is rather dense there are less tubes per quarter pound than other brands.  Grown in the Grimaud region of France, this cane has a beautiful dark golden color, smooth texture, with some marbling. Add to Cart. This cane has not been widely sold in the US. Medir is produced in the Catalonia region of Spain along the Mediterranean. 10am – 2pm Saturday, Humidification of Woodwinds In Dry Weather, Featuring Minnesota Clarinetists! Gonzalez is new to our lineup and we have not yet measured its characteristics. Oboe Shaper Handle The body is made of natural color, polished aluminum, with blued steel side adjusting sliding cane jaws. Oboe Reed Blanks come tied, but not scraped or clipped open.  Danzi, being harder, would benefit from a slightly thinner gouge to help facilitate vibrancy in the scrape. K.Ge is on the soft side. The Baseplate, posts, height plate, gouge height adjuster, end grommets, printed cane clips, aluminum spacer plate, guide rail and most importantly, the bed all reflect a positive change from the original. The tip of an oboe reed can be thinner than a hair! We strive to offer a diverse selection of instruments of the highest quality as well as numerous accessories and cane options. The price may vary based on the diameter range.  Recommended for all climates and elevations. If you have the patience you will end up with a great reed that will last and last. Rigotti has been producing cane on large plantations in Cogolin, France since 1966. Whether you’re looking for a new instrument or simply advice on what cane is good right now, we’re here to help. Home › Forums › Reeds › The Oboe Reed Room › Oboe Shaper Tips AKA: Can of Worms :-) This topic has 8 replies, 5 voices, and was last updated 7 years ago by Jonathan Marzluf. that are out of our control.  We’re hoping this guide will at least give you an idea of what to expect with our tube cane brands and remember, you can always call Jeff or Steven to get further insight on cane.  We’re always here to help you with whatever cane questions or concerns you may have! Large selection of cane for oboe. It will be slightly cheaper than cane that is already shaped and folded, since you will do some of that work yourself. Powered by BigCommerce. Necessary Cookies These cookies are essential for the operation of the site. All prices are in USD. These shapes include RDG 1, -1, and -1N, as well as Mack, Mack+, Mack++, and Brannen X. Some of our customers swear by it. It is one of our harder brands and has a higher than average density. While most cane is grown and harvested in the Var region of France, Medir comes from the Catalonia region of Spain.  This cane is a great medium strength cane with a darker golden color and some marbling in coloration.  The cane is medium-walled with moderate vascular bundles.  Overall a very consistent cane, the tubes are very straight and yield a high number of processed pieces per quarter pound.  Being that it is a medium cane, the finishing gouge does not necessarily need to be adjusted and the scrape and finish are very even as well.  Reeds finished on Medir cane have a focused, rich sound but are not quite as vibrant as Rigotti or Glotin.  A very popular choice for climates that have a higher humidity. Rouché is grown in the Var region of France near Fréjus. Sarrians is slightly further inland than most other French cane growers. This is a terrific gouge which makes consistent, vibrant reeds with lovely tone. The foundation of any great reed is the quality of its parts, most importantly the cane used.  One of the most frequently asked questions the oboe staff gets at MMI is ‘What kind of tube cane is really good right now?’  While every oboist looks for different characteristics in their cane, this guide will serve as a breakdown for the general qualities our cane displays.  Keep in mind that different batches of cane will behave differently though there are some consistencies in brands that we see from batch to batch as we sort the cane.  As always, we do not recommend buying large quantities of cane you’ve never worked with before as tube cane is non-returnable.  Start with a quarter pound to determine if the cane will suit your needs.  If you like what you get you can always order more!  If you have any further questions regarding tube cane batches, you can always contact Jeff or Steven at 800.926.5587 for further information and insights! Finished reeds will have increased longevity. Quick View. Reeds have a warm sound and are stable. The cane is slightly harder than average and is of medium density. Rigotti Gouged Oboe Cane Rigotti gouged oboe cane is individually gouged on a Hodge Oboe Gouging Machine at approximately .60 mm in the center and .45 mm on the sides. Oboe cane is a member of the grass family, genus Arundo (Note: NOT of the Bambusa genus as cane is sometimes called "bamboo" by mistake). Oboe Cane Guide Products per page 24 24; 48; 96; Reed Cane Guide for Oboe reeds . Some brands are also available in 9.5-10.0 mm diameter. Cane is sorted into diameter ranges of 10.0-10.5mm or 10.5-11.0 mm. Secondly they do not necessarily track together. Alliaud has been a popular seller for many years.Alliaud is medium-hard to hard. Certainly one of our most popular and hardest canes, Alliaud is another staple of our tube cane selections.  Alliaud has a darker golden color, tight vascular bundles, very thick walls, some marbling and an even scrape.  Being the hardest of our canes, Alliaud does require more work to get the reeds vibrating, but the resulting reeds have a much increased lifespan and are very focused and stable.  The batches of Alliaud are usually very consistent and we find very little change between harvest dates.  The yield of useable processed pieces is slightly less for Alliaud then other brands of cane as some tubes can tend to be somewhat twisty and therefore decreases gougable pieces per quarter pound.  If you like smaller diameter cane, ordering 10-10.5 is your best bet as Alliaud does tend to be on the smaller side of the diameter ranges.  10.5-11 diameter Alliaud is probably more suitable for those who favor cane in the 10.25-10.5 range.  Recommended for all climates and elevations. 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