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The Secrets to Reed Adjustment – Unlocked!

Jo Angus on 01/10/2025

Like a car owner learning to undertake some basic car maintenance, such as replacing wiper blades, or changing a tyre! Some basic knowhow will enhance your playing experience.  And it’s never too early (or too late) to start! The good news is that, when you can adjust your reeds (even to a basic level) you will save money, you’ll have more freedom and more confidence in your ability as a musician.

Chiarugi Convex Ebony Bassoon Reed Plaque

Jo Angus on 17/09/2025

Bassoon plaques are used to protect the fine blades of your bassoon reed when you are shaping/sanding or adjusting your reeds.  Adjusting reeds is an important part of the skill of playing bassoon, and small adjustments can make a difference. To avoid damaging a reed during adjusting, a bassoon reed plaque is essential.  it provides a platform to work on each blade of your reed separately and protects the delicate tip of the reed. Click here to see a bassoon plaque in action!

Reed File by Chiarugi

sweetreeds on 10/07/2020

The reed file, sometimes called a rasp,  is one of the best investments you will make in your reed adjusting tool kit! Many people use sandpaper on their reeds, but a reed file is superior to sandpaper because it removes the reed shavings from the surface of the reed. This gives a much better result.  A reed that has been adjusted with a file, vibrates better and has a smoother, more even finish. This file comes in two sizes, Oboe / Cor Anglais and Bassoon / Contrabassoon. Click here to see a reed file in action!    

Chiarugi Folding Reed Knife

sweetreeds on 10/07/2020

Beautifully crafted, Italian made Chiarugi folding Reed knife, with African ebony wood and brass handle. This knife has a double concave blade and is 4mm thick and 8cm long. The steel blade is tempered and ground and is hand sharpened.

Concave Reed Knife by Chiarugi

sweetreeds on 29/03/2020

This concave reed knife from Chiarugi is a staple tool for your reed toolkit.  Whether you make your own reeds from scratch or you like the freedom of shaping purchased reeds, every double-reed player needs a reed knife.   This knife is suitable for all reeds; Oboe, Cor Anglais, Bassoon, Contrabassoon, Baroque reed instruments and single reed instruments. It comes in left-handed and right-handed options. Click here to see the Reed Knife in action!  
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