Pro and Student reeds come in medium-hard and medium
strengths. Ask me if you need guidance on choosing strength. This is
very detailed information below that is useful mostly for the
advanced student or professional.
Medium-Hard Strength: Slightly longer blade and thicker tip
yields a very pitch stable and darker bassoon sound. Some players
think of this as a good reed for playing flatter overall, has good
low register response and good for 2nd bassoon playing. Plays and
feels more like a German Reed style.
Medium Strength: Slightly shorter blade and
slightly thinner tip and upper heart area than medium-hard strength.
Yields a more singing, lighter and brighter sound quality (not at
all edgy). Very responsive, best for players needing to blend with
the middle frequencies of the orchestra and playing chamber music or
solo recitals.
Length (inches) and Width (millimeters)
