Double Reed Ltd.

Double Reed Ltd. UK's leading specialist retailer of bassoons, contrabassoons and related accessories, selling internationally.

We are the UK's leading specialist sellers of double reed instruments, both new and second hand. We aim to provide a warm, friendly service with professional expertise. Each double reed instrument that we sell is hand-picked, thoroughly tested, and in top condition. We are happy to discuss all your instrument needs, and you can Try Before You Buy with no obligation. Many instruments have a 12 mont

h warranty, and come complete with accessories. Since 2010 we have sold instruments to customers in over 25 countries around the world.

Brand new reeds in stock: Ridgeway and Goldcliff!
27/04/2026

Brand new reeds in stock: Ridgeway and Goldcliff!

Waterhouse Bassoon Day 2026 - A Huge Success! Read about the day here: tinyurl.com/yc7p3v5h
22/04/2026

Waterhouse Bassoon Day 2026 - A Huge Success! Read about the day here: tinyurl.com/yc7p3v5h

Just in, A rare Mollenhauer contrabassoon! View it here: tinyurl.com/zvrdczu6
02/04/2026

Just in, A rare Mollenhauer contrabassoon! View it here: tinyurl.com/zvrdczu6

Just in, an immaculate Heckel contrabassoon! View it here: tinyurl.com/mv5wn25v
09/03/2026

Just in, an immaculate Heckel contrabassoon! View it here: tinyurl.com/mv5wn25v

Available now, this outstanding Heckel Crest bassoon - view it here: tinyurl.com/3tczth4d
27/02/2026

Available now, this outstanding Heckel Crest bassoon - view it here: tinyurl.com/3tczth4d

Registration open for the Waterhouse Bassoon Day 2026! Register here: tinyurl.com/at7ub6f6
19/02/2026

Registration open for the Waterhouse Bassoon Day 2026! Register here: tinyurl.com/at7ub6f6

06/02/2026

Heckel 12000 - full re-finish complete! This Heckel 12000 series bassoon has been completely re-finished in the Double Reed workshop.

We now have the original Hüller bassoon tone-hole drilling machine! Learn about it here: tinyurl.com/mvvb6b9m
19/01/2026

We now have the original Hüller bassoon tone-hole drilling machine! Learn about it here: tinyurl.com/mvvb6b9m

My Year in Bassoons & Reflections on 15 Years of Double Reed Ltd: tinyurl.com/3a7jwc5m
12/12/2025

My Year in Bassoons & Reflections on 15 Years of Double Reed Ltd: tinyurl.com/3a7jwc5m

28/11/2025

In our latest video we apply the varnish to this Heckel 12000 series bassoon - the varnish is oil based, and is applied over several weeks to build the layers up.

14/11/2025

Heckel 12,000 re-finish - colouring! Here we mix specialist dyes to closely match the original colour, and apply the first coat!

Bassoon of the Week: Soulsby – British-made Bassoon! tinyurl.com/4v7mxums
31/10/2025

Bassoon of the Week: Soulsby – British-made Bassoon! tinyurl.com/4v7mxums

Address

NP20 5BB
Newport
NP205BB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441633677729

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Double Reed Ltd. posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Double Reed Ltd.:

Shortcuts

Share

Category