Reeds 'n Stuff/Bassoon/Reed Making Supplies/Drying Board products

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel US 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Inspired by a Master

This forming mandrel is inspired by the forming mandrels designed by Don Christlieb. This new version, similar to the original design, pairs perfectly with the Herzberg shape but works equally well with most shapes.

The mandrel includes several engraved lines: one which marks a recommended position for forming the tube, and one which marks a recommended position after beveling. The mandrel has also been extended to include a third line for contrabassoon reeds.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system offers full flexibility with an elegant, space-saving design. The interchangeable mandrels match our standard ones but include added benefits. Multiple handle styles with a shared vice grip insert let you use them like any other mandrel. After forming, the mandrels can be placed directly into the wood drying board base – keeping the reed on the mandrel throughout for optimal control of the tube’s shape.

You can use multiple mandrel types with a single handle, minimizing clutter.

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Tip Opener HANNEVOLD 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Back to Beginnings

This mandrel is designed to return the tip opening to its original dimensions. It was created in cooperation with Per Hannevold and his teacher Harold Goltzer.

- Reeds often lose their inner curvature, becoming flatter and closing down over time.
- This mandrel works by bypassing the tube and opening the space between the blades of the reed from the inside.
- This allows you to open up the inside of the reed again without the need for drastic adjustments with pliers.

Elegantly flexible

You can use multiple mandrel types with a single handle, minimizing clutter. Our ejector ring is fully compatible – simply attach it, and slide it off either end once the mandrel is removed from the handle.

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Drying Board BASE 19.56 €

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:47:31 +0200

Formed from the start

Allowing reeds to dry on the forming mandrel gives them the desired shape on the inside while also reducing the effort required to form the reed waist with pliers.

Our drying board with wooden plate is compatible with all interchangeable oboe and bassoon mandrels from our range. Thanks to its thoughtful design, the mandrels can be replaced at any time without compromising stability. For maximum flexibility, the base plate and mandrels can be ordered separately, allowing you to create your own custom combination. The wooden plate is available with or without securing points, which allow the drying board to be safely mounted at your workstation.

NOTE

This item contains only the wooden base plate and is not compatible with our Drying Pin for bassoon. All mandrels labelled as "interchangeable" will fit in this drying board base.

Drying Board 24.83 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:57:45 +0200

Dry it out

This plexiglass board has 6 metal pins for bassoon reeds.

The drying pins are also available individually.

Drying Board 51.94 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:52:50 +0200

Dry it out

This plexiglass board has 20 metal pins for bassoon reeds.

The drying pins are also available individually.

Drying Board 337.08 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:52:50 +0200

Dry it out

This gold-colored, metal drying board has 100 pins for bassoon reeds.

The drying pins are also available individually.

Drying Pin 2.00 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:40:28 +0200

Make your own

These are the small drying pins from our drying boards for 6, 20, and 100 bassoon reeds.
They can be ordered individually to replace pins in your rack, or in bulk to make your own drying racks.

These pins are not compatible with our wooden drying board with interchangeable mandrels.

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Mandrel PLUS 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:57:45 +0200

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.35 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Identical to the forming mandrel for contrabassoon, this interchangeable forming mandrel can be used with our handle and drying board. This allows the reed to be supported while drying, which optimizes the form of the tube.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Drying Board 87.55 €

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:47:34 +0200

Formed from the start

Allowing reeds to dry on the forming mandrel gives them the desired shape on the inside while also reducing the effort required to form the reed waist with pliers.

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Reeds 'n Stuff/Bassoon/Reed Making Supplies/Drying Board products

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel US 7.17 €

Inspired by a Master

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Tip Opener HANNEVOLD 7.17 €

Back to Beginnings

Elegantly flexible

Drying Board BASE 19.56 €

Formed from the start

NOTE

Drying Board 24.83 €

Dry it out

Drying Board 51.94 €

Dry it out

Drying Board 337.08 €

Dry it out

Drying Pin 2.00 €

Make your own

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.17 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Mandrel PLUS 7.17 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.35 €

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Elegantly flexible

Drying Board 87.55 €

Formed from the start

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS