Which Reed Should You Pick?

I am here to help! SprinkleReeds are all handscraped by River Sprinkle. There are three main shapes used, thus three types of each reed are offered. Student reeds are best for the beginner to intermediate player and SprinkleReeds are better suited for your more advanced player. Beginner reeds come in one shape and are made to vibrate with a thicker tip so that they are less likely to break.

First Time Beginner Reed: First 6 months maximum.

Student reeds: First 2-3 years

SprinkleReeds: 3+ years of experience

Select: For your reed enthusiast types who enjoy customizable options, possible hand shaped or RNS shaped cane, and a super duper fancy metal staple (Solid Chiarugi 47mm)

Reed Choices and Descriptions

Original Reeds

A reed made with dark colors and easy response. Made using the RNS Mack+ shape and similar to the older Sara shaped reed. Comes on Red Thread for SprinkleReed and Variegated Thread for the Student option.

Model 2 Reeds

Similar to the older Mack+ hand shaped option, but has better stability for the player who enjoys an easy blowing reed that needs less work to keep the pitch up. Made using the RNS RDG -1N shape. Comes on White Thread for the SprinkleReed and Black Thread for the Student option.

Model 3 Reeds

A very nice compromise to the original and the model 2 reeds made using the RNS Joshua 2+ shape. This reed is very easy to use, with some darker colors and a lower pitch floor than the model 2. Comes on Green Thread for all models.

SprinkleSelect Reeds

Comes on an all metal staple for longer lifetime and better clarity of tone. A customizable reed with many different shape options. This reed may take me a few more days to make and ship due to the customization options:)

Having Trouble Picking? Here is my Suggestion!

Step 1: Determine what level of reed you would like. Student, Sprinkle, Sprinkle Synthetic, or Select.

Step 2: Try all three models for one or two months.

Step 3: Sign up for a subscription for your favorite model and enjoy your oboe playing with a reed that fits you!

*If you are still having trouble, feel free to reach out via email or text, and I will respond as soon as I can to help make a suggestion for a reed that will work for you!