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Precision gouged · Processing stage 03

Gouged oboe cane

With gouged cane, the inner surface is brought to the agreed profile while the sides remain straight. Shaping is the next stage.

Thin concave end profiles of stacked precision-gouged oboe cane slips

Cane specification

Choose your measurements.

Diameter, density and gouge thickness are separated using the terminology professional reed makers expect.

DensityChoose
Density

Choose Soft, Medium or Hard for the intended working response.

Gouge thicknessChoose
Gouge thickness

Centre thickness is stated in hundredths of a millimetre.

DiameterChoose
Diameter

Choose the outside-diameter range of the cane.

Selection summary

Density: Choose · Gouge thickness: Choose · Diameter: Choose

Natural variation and current availability are confirmed with the enquiry.

01

What gouged cane provides

The precision inner-gouging stage is complete, saving workshop time while leaving shaping, folding, tying and scraping to the oboist.

02

Confirming profile and dimensions

Center thickness, transition toward the sides and the intended shape work together. Available dimensions are confirmed in writing with the enquiry.

  • Diameter class
  • Requested gouge profile
  • Intended shaper tip
  • European or American reed-making approach

03

Ready to shape, not ready to play

The blank has not been folded, tied to a staple or scraped. Choose handmade oboe reeds if you need a finished product.