Double Reed Instruments
Explore rich, expressive tone and orchestral depth with Double Reed Instruments, a specialised woodwind family known for its unique sound and strong musical character. Double reed instruments are essential for orchestras, concert bands, wind ensembles, and professional classical performance, delivering warm, detailed tone that stands out in both solo and ensemble roles.
This category includes oboes, English horns (select models), bassoons, contrabassoons (select models), double reed accessories, reeds, and maintenance tools. Double reed instruments are typically chosen by serious students, music academies, educators, and professional performers, as they require more advanced playing technique and specialised care compared to single reed instruments.
Double reed instruments are widely used in orchestras, symphonic bands, chamber ensembles, and music conservatories. They are valued for:
expressive and lyrical melodic lines
strong midrange and low-end support in ensembles
distinctive tone colour and emotional character
precise articulation and phrasing potential
Modern double reed instruments feature accurate intonation design, refined keywork, stable response, durable construction, and improved ergonomics for better control during long performances. Many players also use handmade reeds or professionally selected reeds to achieve the best tone and response.
Double reed instruments are commonly paired with double reeds, reed cases, cleaning swabs, bocal accessories (bassoon), cork grease, cases, stands, and instrument maintenance kits, forming a complete performance and care setup.
From orchestral repertoire to advanced band performance, double reed instruments deliver unique tone, refined expression, and professional musical depth.
