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Reeds ‘n Stuff Oboe Shaping Machine

Posted on January 20, 2022 by Howarth of London

Many advanced oboists choose to make their own reeds so that they can tailor them to their own individual preferences. Whilst some oboists make their reeds using cane that has already been gouged and shaped commercially, others like to have … Continue reading →

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Eric Arbiter: The Way of Cane

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Howarth of London

Introducing ‘The Way of Cane’ by Eric Arbiter to Howarth of London. Bassoonists have enjoyed several prescriptive ‘how to’ guides over the years from various established reed makers, but other than the classic  Popkin and Glickman bassoon reed making book, … Continue reading →

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Reed Machines ‘The Cube’

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Howarth of London

Based in the Netherlands, Reed Machines pride themselves for being a company run ‘by musicians for musicians’ and cite their company’s successes on their attention to customer feedback. Reed Machines’ innovative technicians create products using the latest technological possibilities with … Continue reading →

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