Reeds 'n Stuff/Reedolino/Yumi Deger on Making Good Reeds products

Reed Making Set YUMI from 1,661.06 €

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Tip Profiler from 1,815.65 €

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Easy and Efficient

The tip profiling machine is the most efficient machine
for creating the profile in the front half of the reed.

This machine allows you to precisely produce a symmetrical and playable reed,
using our many available templates.

Built of high-quality anodized aluminum and a special german steel,
the tip profiling machine is built to last for many years.
Linear ball bearings provide a comfortable user experience.

A sharp blade, always.

Dull blades interrupt your flow – and resetting blade height every time you change one is exactly the kind of friction that breaks your concentration. The Blade 360° solves both problems. When the cutting edge dulls, simply rotate to the next sharp section and carry on – at least six times per blade. And because the blade height is set once from the underside and stays locked, changing edges never throws off your setup.

Prepared for Transport

Prepare your tip profiler for transport.

Insert the mandrel into the designated hole on the left side, screw the wooden handle into the threaded hole on the right side, and lock the carriage into place with the transport locking screw on the left side of the machine.

Transport Bag Included

The Reeds 'n Stuff transport case features a simple design that's easy to use.
The foam interior allows for safe transport and provides a snug fit. The tools to adjust the machine can be stored in the zipper compartment on top of the case. The handle provides portability wherever you need it.

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Test a Template

You can also test a template for 60 days.

How does the trial work?

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Straight Shaper R1A 225.43 €

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Durable & Precise

The production of our Straight Shapers requires the highest level of precision and involves several elaborate machining steps. Modern CNC technology ensures an exact contour and consistently high quality.

Combined with a specially tailored hardening process, this results in exceptionally dimensionally stable and durable tools. The result is a hand-operated reed shaper that enables precise, comfortable, and reproducible work.

The pair of engraved lines on the sides mark the narrowest point of the shape and are an important tool for precise shaping. For optimal shape transfer, shape from both sides towards this narrowest point.

The outermost lines are to help center shorter cane (118 mm for bassoon, 148 mm for contrabassoon).

Thanks to the silicone tips, both gouged and profiled cane can be shaped.
The silicone tips secure the thinner parts of the profiled cane in the center and prevent the cane from slipping.

The silicone tips can be removed and replaced as desired, especially when shaping unprofiled cane.

Variety of Shapes

Our range of straight shapers impresses with an extraordinary variety of shapes. From classic to custom shapes, the different contours and designs provide precise results and maximum creative freedom.

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Template #GR5 475.24 €

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For reeds with a soloistic sound, that are suitable for a continuous airflow and have a good projection. The template GR5 works great with harder cane, as well as for thinner profiled cane.

A scraping length up to 15 mm is possible.

Here is a table of setup measurements to help reset your tip profiling machine
or set up a new template.

Half-round Diamond File from 28.77 €

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Reed Making Knife from 100.51 €

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For precise cuts

Reedmaking knife with interchangable razor blade for precise cutting. A razor-sharp acute angel blade that integrates premium steel, Japanese-style tempering, and multi-step sharpening to produce an exceptionally smooth and fine quality of cut.
A leather sheath and a set of 10 extra razor blades are included.

For your Safety

Your reed making knife is delivered with a leather sheath.

Digital Hardness Tester 597.09 €

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Quality over Quantity

The characteristics of the cane have a significant influence on the success of our reed making. The appearance of the cane is often deceptive and we quickly learn:
The truth lies beneath the surface.

The hardness tester offers an objective way to judge the quality, not just the quantity of cane. By measuring the hardness of the cane at both ends we are able to discern whether a piece of cane has the same qualities throughout the entire piece. This way we can ensure that the two blades of a reed will vibrate similarly.

Save yourself valuable time and increase the quality of your reed making.
Achieve reliable and repeatable results.

Our hardness testers are available in both analog or digital formats.
The precision of both devices is identical, the only difference lies in the convenience of use.

- The Reeds 'n Stuff transport case features a simple design that's easy to use. The foam interior allows a safe transport and provides a snug fit. Other tools can be stored in the zipper closed compartment on top of the case. The handle gives portability wherever you need it.
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Why is the hardness tester so important?

First of all, the time saved in selecting suitable canes for you offers a great advantage. You save valuable working time that you would otherwise spend gouging, shaping, tying on and scraping canes that would not have given you a suitable result anyway. More important, however, is the fact that you can increase the quality of your reed making and get more reliable results.

Should the cane be measured dry or soaked?

It should be noted that only sufficiently dried cane will give useful results. It is not advisable to use soaked cane. It is best to note the test results on the cane and later on the staple. This will give you an overview of what works well for you personally.

In what stage should the cane be measured for hardness?

It is best to use the hardness tester after pregouging if you have a pregouging machine. The basic requirement is a smooth surface and a consistent thickness. If you use the small pregouger instead of a machine, you should test the cane after gouging.

Are the measuring results for pregouged cane the same as for gouged cane?

If the material is thicker, the measurement results will be higher.

What are the usual measuring results?

Usually we get readings from seven hundredths (hard) to almost 40 hundredths (soft).

Are there different measurement results for the hardness testers?

Yes, as there is no standard scale and the factory tolerance of the dial indicator is 2 hundredths, it is possible that the hardness testers show different results.

Is there a difference between the hardness tester for oboe, bassoon, clarinet and bagpipe?

Yes, the hardness testers have each been set up for a specific instrument. The heights of the support plate differ. The so-called arbour, on which the cane lies, is available individually, allowing you to convert your machine for other instruments.

Can the hardness tester be used as a dial indicator?

The support plate of the hardness tester is too large to obtain precise results. The thickness of finished reeds, for example, cannot be measured in any case. Also with gouged cane inaccurate measurement results may occur. For this reasons we do not recommend to double the hardness tester as a dial indicator.

What is the difference between the analog and digital hardness tester? Which one is more accurate?

Both differ only in the convenience of the reading. With the digital hardness tester, the zero position can be reached by pressing a button. With the analogue hardness tester, the dial has to be turned. The precision of both devices is the same. If required, you can connect the digital hardness tester to your computer to create personal statistics.

The digital dial shows a number and SET blinks. The number shown does not change even if I move the axle up or down.

Please keep ZERO pressed for 3 seconds. This erases the SET memory.

When do I have to change the battery?

The battery must be changed when the display flashes, the battery symbol appears, or nothing is displayed. The battery indicates the type used (e.g. LR 44).

How do I change the battery?

Do not touch the new battery with your fingers, use a piece of cloth. The battery compartment is located on the upper left side of the dial gauge. Use a small screwdriver or the tip of a sharp knife to lift off the small plastic cover. Insert the new battery exactly as you found the old one. When inserting the new battery be careful not to touch, bend, or break the battery contacts (the small pieces of metal inside the dial gauge).
You can find detailed instructions here.

Does the oboe digital hardness test ever need to be recalibrated?

The hardness tester generally does not need to be recalibrated. Recalibration is only necessary if it has been damaged or if the locking screw that holds the dial gauge was accidentally loosened. Under normal conditions, no recalibration is required.

Analog Dial Indicator 268.08 €

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Quality and Control

Precision, durability, and reliability characterize Reeds 'n Stuff dial indicators.

Achieve consistently good results by measuring the thickness of your cane.
The markings on the tongue help to determine identical measuring points between reeds, which allows you to check the profile and symmetry of the reeds.

The dial and the lifting lever can be rotated to any desired position.
The dial indicator is therefore suitable for both right-handed and left-handed people.

Our dial indicators are available in both analog or digital formats.
The precision of both devices is the identical, the only difference lies in the convenience of use.

New

Curved

The newly designed tongue is slightly curved.
This enables precise measurement results along the entire blade.

New

Highly Accurate

The new side contour at the tip of the tongue tapers towards the front to allow pinpoint measurements on the sides of the tube.

For Upgrading

The new tongue is also available separately so it can be installed in your dial indicator.

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Swap It Out

Learn how to do so on the Support page.

The Tip of Your Choice

Choose among tips S (Standard for bassoon and the mini dial indicator), F, and D to see the point you are measuring from every perspective and to measure exactly at a given point. Choose the ball-pointed tip K for a smooth glide when you pull the cane or reed through, as well as to measure gouged cane.

The Reeds 'n Stuff transport case features a simple design that's easy to use. The foam interior provides a snug fit for safe transportation. Tools can be stored in the zippered compartment on top of the case. The handle provides portability wherever you need it.

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How can I set the dial indicator to ZERO?

The easiest way is to turn the dial so that the large pointer is back at ZERO. However, the dial indicator can also be recalibrated so that the large pointer is back at 12 o'clock. To do this, loosen the fastening screw that fixes the dial indicator in the dial indicator arm. Now position the dial indicator by moving it up or down so that both the small and large pointer show ZERO. When locking the screw do not tighten it too much, as this can block the axle movement in the dial indicator.

Can I change the tip of the dial indicator?

Replacing the tip of the dial indicator is easy to do. You can simply turn out the tip that you have now with the help of pliers and replace it with the desired new tip. If there is not enough space between the tongue and the tip, you can loosen the screw that fixes the dial gauge in the dial gauge arm and remove the dial gauge from the arm. It may now be necessary to recalibrate the dial indicator.

Can I change the tongue of the dial indicator?

The tongue of the dial gauge can also be changed very easily. You can find instructions here.

Can the hardness tester be used as a dial indicator?

The support plate of the hardness tester is too large to obtain precise results. The thickness of finished reeds, for example, cannot be measured with the hardness tester. Inaccurate measurement results may occur also with gouged cane. For this reasons we do not recommend using the hardness tester as a dial indicator.

Can I transform my dial indicator from right to left-handed or do I need to buy a new one?

The dial indicator can easily be transformed from right to left-handed. Simply loosen the set screw at the end of the arm holding the dial. This will allow you to rotate the dial to face the opposite direction. Be sure to calibrate the height of the dial so it both touches the tongue and reads "0" before tightening the set screw. Make sure not over-tighten this screw as it will damage the actuating shaft and prevent the dial from operating properly.

Utility Knife 10.04 €

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for Reed-Making

Extra Razor Blades 4.18 €

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for Utility Knife

Brass Wire from 47.01 €

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Wrap it tight

Our German brass wire gives your reeds the support they need. Available in two thicknesses, on 50 g spools, in 1 kg loops, or cut to length, as well as in two hardnesses. The Standard hardness is the wire we have always stocked. To accomodate the requests of some of our customers we now also stock wire which is somewhat softer but still provides the necessary structure.

Our packages of cut-to-length wire contain 1000 pieces of wire, cut to 80 mm, ready to use.

Note: for Americans who are accustomed to purchasing wire measured in gauge, 22-gauge wire is 0.64 mm thick. You will likely find the 0.6 mm wire to be more to your liking.

Drying Board BASE 19.56 €

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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.

Reeds 'n Stuff/Reedolino/Yumi Deger on Making Good Reeds products

Reed Making Set YUMI from 1,661.06 €

Yumi Deger

Tip Profiler from 1,815.65 €

Easy and Efficient

A sharp blade, always.

Prepared for Transport

Transport Bag Included

Test a Template

Straight Shaper R1A 225.43 €

Durable & Precise

Variety of Shapes

Template #GR5 475.24 €

Half-round Diamond File from 28.77 €

Reed Making Knife from 100.51 €

For precise cuts

For your Safety

Digital Hardness Tester 597.09 €

Quality over Quantity

FAQ

Analog Dial Indicator 268.08 €

Quality and Control

Curved

Highly Accurate

For Upgrading

Swap It Out

The Tip of Your Choice

FAQ

Utility Knife 10.04 €

Extra Razor Blades 4.18 €

Brass Wire from 47.01 €

Wrap it tight

Drying Board BASE 19.56 €

Formed from the start

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