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The Oboe Reed

Tip
Thinnest part of tip

Blend between
heart and tip
.02

.05 .12
.08
.20

Rail .50
Heart .40 .40

Spine .20 .20

Back .30 .30

.40 .40

.50 .50

Bark
.60

Backlit
70mm

Typical measurements of my oboe reeds shown in


millimeters. This is not a “recipe,” but as a basic
design it should result in a reed with structure, ease,
warmth and vibrancy.
47mm

50mm

61mm

66mm

Profile
Martin Schuring Arizona State University Oboe Reed Diagram

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