KGE Bassoon Reed

I am a good level amateur (post grade 8) playing on a good Adler Sonora bassoon, but I find that many of the reeds offered by professional players who also sell reeds are too hard for me and my instrument, even ones sold as being of medium strength. Unfortunately I don't have the training to make adjustments to such reeds so that they are playable for me. I have shopped around over the years for a brand of reed that is consistently suitable for me and eventually hit upon these. They are not entirely consistent in quality I feel, but I have purchased about 9 or 12 in recent years and have found that nearly all have been useable after a few weeks of 'breaking in'. I would definitely recommend trying these if you're looking for a more medium style of reed.

Although very pleased with the quality of your reed, I was not happy at having to pay 13 euros in customs charges to my local post office. Maybe you can find a way around this.

ideal reed for beginners and dispatched very quickly

Both reeds seem to leak air slightly around the crook, and are hard work to play. May be able to scrape them to get freer playing but the leak adds an irritating “fizz” to the sound which I haven’t found a way to improve.

The KGE bassoon reed makes for really smooth playing. It have used it for a couple of days now - will it turn out too smooth on the longer term? However, for now it is a sheer delight.

My son thinks the reeds have a warm tone and are suitable for students and beyond.

Excellent reed for student, good sound throughout range

Thanks for fantastic service and good reeds. I was able to play fluently with the two reeds bought recently and will definately buy again.

Good quality reeds and very quick delivery

Excellent service as always.