Marlin Lesher Bassoon Reed Medium Soft

I'd give it a 4.5 if the system let me... Disclaimer: I'm new to bassoon so take this with a grain of salt. The reed is on the harder end of "Medium Soft" taking about as much air as a normal MS reed but more careful embouchure of a full "Medium." I'm playing a 50+ year old Moennig and this reed hits and sticks the lower Bb as well as the upper register BUT the overall sound is harsher/bolder than some other reeds. This may just be a function of the newbie playing, the particular instrument (every model has a different "feel), but I figured I'd toss that out. To answer the REAL question: yes I'd buy this reed again.

My student tells me they are too thick and he can't make a good sound. He says he thinks they are mediums instead of medium soft. Was happy that these fit good on his bassoon.

I like these reeds. I have a problem with my E 3 flat and natural with most reeds, but not with this one. Bottom line is that I keep buying them because they're consistent and have a good sound.

The reed seems to work just fine. I haven't heard any complaints from my musician.

The reeds arrived quickly, and were well protected during shipping. I am new to playing the bassoon, and am currently testing various reeds. While Marlin Lesher are not the best I have tested (in my very limited experience), they are probably second best...and worth a try.

My child found that this brand performed far better than cheaper brands.

Reed did not work at all.It sounded like a duck.Our bassoon instructor took the reed home and worked with it.He told us that it was not finished when shipped to us. Will not purchase again.

Item arrived on time and was as described.