AudioFuOscar Adler & Co. 325A A-Clarinet
A Clarinets (German)
$7,824€6,998Check ↗
Brand profile · Germany, est. 1950s
Oscar Adler & Co.
Oscar Adler & Co. represents a venerable tradition of German wind instrument craftsmanship, specializing in clarinets, oboes, and bassoons. The brand is highly regarded within the professional orchestral community for its meticulous construction and rich, complex tonal qualities. Oscar Adler instruments are sought after by players prioritizing a traditional German voicing and exceptional projection.
German clarinet voicingOrchestral-grade bassoonsHand-selected grenadilla woodTraditional clarinet bore designExceptional projection and resonance
1950sfounded
Germanycountry
23products in stock
$2,569–$15kprice range
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Oscar Adler & Co. 322A A-Clarinet
A Clarinets (German)
$4,192€3,749Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 323A A-Clarinet
A Clarinets (German)
$5,588€4,998Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 122 Eb-Clarinet
Eb Clarinets (German)
$6,147€5,498Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 120 Eb-Clarinet
Eb Clarinets (German)
$5,029€4,498Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 119 Eb-Clarinet
Eb Clarinets (German)
$4,192€3,749Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 4510 Oboe Orchestra Model
Oboes
$5,791€5,179Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 6000 Oboe Orchestra Plus
Oboes
$8,943€7,998Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 4500 Oboe Orchestra Model
Oboes
$5,253€4,698Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357 Bassoon Standard Model
Bassoons
$8,441€7,549Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 1357/125 Bassoon Anniversary
Bassoons
$7,713€6,898Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 219 C-Clarinet
Other Clarinets (German)
$4,135€3,698Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 1350 P Bassoon Children Model
Bassoons
$5,981€5,349Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 100F Oboe Children Model
Oboes
$2,905€2,598Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 1361 Bassoon Orchestra Model
Bassoons
$14,980€13,398Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 322 Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$3,454€3,089Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$8,272€7,398Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 323 Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$4,582€4,098Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 323 Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$4,582€4,098Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 320 Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$3,007€2,689Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 324 Bb-Clarinet
Bb Clarinets (German)
$5,365€4,798Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 911 Bb-Clarinet Boehm
Bb Clarinets (Boehm)
$2,569€2,298Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co. 912 Bb-Clarinet Boehm
Bb Clarinets (Boehm)
$2,905€2,598Check ↗
Oscar Adler & Co., honestly
What Oscar Adler & Co. does well
- Rich, complex tonal character
- Superior projection and clarity
- Robust construction and durability
- Traditional German craftsmanship
- Excellent intonation across registers
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Traditional voicing may not suit all players
- Can require experienced maintenance
- Limited modern innovation
- Heavier than some competitors' instruments
Questions about Oscar Adler & Co.
Where are Oscar Adler & Co. instruments made?
Oscar Adler instruments are meticulously handcrafted in workshops in Germany, adhering to traditional techniques and utilizing local resources wherever possible.
What type of clarinet bore designs does Oscar Adler offer?
The brand primarily focuses on traditional German bore designs, emphasizing a darker, richer tone and complex overtone series, though they do offer a limited selection of Boehm system Bb clarinets.
Are Oscar Adler instruments easy to maintain?
Due to the intricate craftsmanship and traditional construction, Oscar Adler instruments often require specialized maintenance from experienced technicians to ensure optimal performance and longevity.