Machines for making oboe reeds
You can buy gouging machines, pre-gouging machines, shaping machines, profiling machines, measuring tools and spare parts according to the way you work at the reed desk.
Use this category to choose equipment for different stages of reed making: pre-gouging, gouging, shaping, measuring thickness, scraping or profiling, plus replacement blades and spare parts when available.
You can compare machines and tools from Reeds 'n Stuff, K.GE, Reed machines, Rieger and Willy Wettstein.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I find in Reed Making Machines?
Machines and tools for making oboe reeds, including gouging machines, pre-gouging machines, shaping machines, profiling machines, measuring tools, spare blades and replacement parts depending on stock.
Which machine do I need to make oboe reeds?
It depends on which part of the process you want to control. Some players need a gouging machine, others start with shaped cane and focus on scraping, measuring or profiling tools.
What is the difference between gouging, shaping and profiling?
Gouging controls the cane thickness, shaping defines the outline of the cane, and profiling or scraping works on the final reed surface and response.
Are spare parts and blades available?
Some machines have spare blades and replacement parts available. Check each product page to confirm compatibility with your machine model.










