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Marsden Bassoon Reeds, hand-made in Cardiff by a principal bassoonist of the Welsh National Opera

Marsden Bassoon Reeds (Cardiff)

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The Marsden Bassoon Reeds (Cardiff) are hand-made in Cardiff by a professional bassoonist who is principal with the Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera and Professor of Bassoon at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Each reed reflects the perspective of a working orchestral player and teacher. read more...

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Product Description

The Marsden Bassoon Reeds (Cardiff) are hand-made in Cardiff by a professional bassoonist who is principal with the Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera and Professor of Bassoon at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Each reed reflects the perspective of a working orchestral player and teacher.

Made by a working professional

The Marsden maker fits these reeds in among WNO performances, freelance orchestral work, solo dates, and teaching at RWCMD. That working-musician perspective shows in the reeds: they're built to be picked up and played, with the response and consistency a busy professional needs. The reed-making method is a personal one, refined through what works in real performance.

An all-rounder for the full bassoon range

The Marsden Cardiff reed plays freely across the bassoon. The medium strength suits a wide range of advanced players, from final-year conservatoire students through to working professionals. Useful as a regular working reed for orchestral, chamber, and solo playing.

At a glance

  • Instrument: Bassoon
  • Strength: Medium
  • Level: Professional
  • Best for: Advanced students through to working professional bassoonists
  • Dimensions: 54mm total length, 25mm blade, 29mm tube, 15mm flared tip, 8.5mm throat
  • Made: Hand-made in Cardiff by a principal bassoonist with WNO

Where it sits in the range

One of our top-selling professional bassoon reeds, with a distinct house style from our own-brand Alaw and Argento reeds. For German-style options, see the Windeler BD2 or Urbach bassoon reeds. Or browse the full bassoon reed range.
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  • 5 stars: 28 (67%)
  • 4 stars: 11 (26%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (5%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (2%)
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Sharon G.
Poor Quality

Sadly I bought two of these reeds and both are not performing as I wished. One reed is already out of alignment and is splitting, although I have only used it three or four times. I have had problems with response despite soaking the reeds thoroughly before use. I completed the questionnaire in order to select a reed but on this occasion it has not worked for me. I am not a professional player but do play regularly with an amateur Orchestra. This is a lot of money to have spent to end up with two reeds which are not working as they should.

Sharon G. review photo
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Phil E.
Good after scraping

A bit stuffy as delivered, but good after a little scraping

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Andrew S.

Marsden Bassoon Reeds (Cardiff)

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Nigel F.
Marsden Bassoon Reeds

Good quality reeds, consistent medium hardness. They play in fairly quickly.

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Catherine B.

Marsden Bassoon Reeds (Cardiff)

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Catherine L.
Marsden Bassoon Reed

I compared this with several reeds of a comparable price: it plays straight from unpacking with a clear tone. I'll be ordering more!

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Andrea S.
Marsden Bassoon Reed

I found the placement for the order easy to use on the website, quick and efficient order confirmation. I was happy with the speed of the arrival and the items were well packaged and secured. The reeds were for my daughter who only started using one if them yesterday. She mentioned the sound was good and she anticipates it will improve as she continues to play her bassoon. Thank you for your great service.

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Sam P.
Marsden Bassoon Reeds

Surprisingly Free and easy to play, and very stable! Definitely will order again.

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Angela S.
Quality reed and quick turnaround

I ordered these reeds as I need a different option from my standard US order! They arrived quickly and have played nicely! Good response and sound!

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ALEC F.
Excellent bassoon reeds

They play very easily.
A good find

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Colin B.
Marsden reeds. Just the best!

I've been playing on Marsden reeds for years now and they are always easy to break in and play well from top to bottom. For me, they are just the best.

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S A.
Marsden Bassoon Reed

I used to use Britannia reeds as they were consistently reliable. Then I found out they are discontinued. In looking for an alternative I decided to try out Marsden bassoon reeds and although it did need breaking in, after a few weeks I am happy with my purchase.

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Rhys R.
Madden Bassoon Reeds

Quick delivery and very happy with these reeds - thank you.

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Kieran P.
Fantastic

I use these every time!

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Enid M.
Great reed

Easy to play, nice sound.

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Joanne W.
Good reed

Reed was ideal for what I wanted which was great

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Heather J.
Arrived almost next day!

Arrived almost next day!

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Charlene W.
Good reed

Good reed

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Eleanor G.
Great

This read needed breaking in but after a week or two it is excellent

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Fariba F.
Really warm and well rounded

Really warm and well rounded tone

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Jie F.
steady good quality reeds

good quality and last long compare to other brand

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Mrs. H.
Smooth, even tone and reliable

Smooth, even tone and reliable intonation.
Am enjoying these reeds very much
Thank you.

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Roger H.
consistent across the range

consistent across the range

Thank you for your review, we are pleased you enjoy these reeds.
Happy bassooning!
Best Wishes,
C&S Team

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Charlene W.
good service and excellent product

good service and excellent product

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Susanne F.
Easy to play.

Easy to play.

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Paul J.
I’ve used crook and staple

I’ve used crook and staple several times and found their service very efficient. I particularly like the Marsden Bassoon reeds as I find them very responsive in all registers with very little adjustment. Although there’re not always in stock I only had to wait a couple of weeks

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Liz A.
Best reed I've used so far

This reed is the best reed I've purchased since I started playing 3 years ago.

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Ruth B.
Nice free blowing reed

Plays straight from the box. Fairly soft and on the flat side but that suits me.

Dear Ruth,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad to hear that these are the reeds for you, happy bassoon-ing!
Best wishes,
Eliza @ Crook & Staple

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Jane O.
Great service

I had a query about new reeds which was answered very speedily and then following my order the reeds arrived really quickly.

The reeds took a little bit of adjustment to all sound similar (to be expected), but they are of good quality and fit on the crook well.

Dear Jane,
I remember the conversation we had! I am thrilled to hear that the Marsden reeds have worked out well for you and arrived in time for your concert. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we hope to see you again at C&S.
Very Best Wishes,
Eliza @ Crook & Staple

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Veronique B.
L'anche a un son "fort"

L'anche a un son "fort" sans rondeur! déçue

Chère Véronique,
Nous sommes vraiment désolés d'entendre cela. Les anches Marsden sont d'excellentes anches fabriquées par un bassoniste très expérimenté, mais on dirait que ces anches ne sont pas pour vous, ce qui est bien! Peut-être que la prochaine fois que vous utiliserez notre Reed Crook & Staple Professional Reed, je pense que cela pourrait vous donner un son réactif, chaud et rond. Si vous avez des questions, n'hésitez pas à contacter notre service clientèle qui se fera un plaisir de vous conseiller. Sales@crookandstaple.com

Meilleurs vœux,
Eliza @ Crook & Staple

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Dear Veronique,
We are really sorry to hear that. The Marsden reeds are great reeds made by a very skilled bassoonist, but it sounds like these reeds aren't for you, which is ok! Perhaps next time try our Crook & Staple Professional Reed, I think this could give you a responsive, warm, round sound. If have any questions please feel free to get in touch with our customer service team and they would be happy to advise. Sales@crookandstaple.com

Best Wishes,
Eliza @ Crook & Staple

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