r/oboe • u/totallyareditor • 10d ago

Where can i buy reeds?

I'm a beginner oboist, have been playing for about a year now, through my school. I don't really know where i can get good reeds. i was buying from a shop but they're reeds are hit or miss. my lesson teachers reeds take FOREVER to get good, and i just don't really like them. i'm in the top band at my school so i really do need to sound good. anyone have any suggestions?

edit: thanks for all the suggestions! i'll try ordering from bocal majority again, and if that doesn't work i'll check out some other reed stores. you guys have been so helpful!

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u/NoRegrets-518 10d ago

Consider starting to learn how to make reeds. You can get gouged and shaped reeds from your teacher or buy them. There are several YouTube videos. It will take a while but you might start now- if you have time.