Schreiber

Germany, est. 1950s · 17 products across 1 categories

17
Total Products
1
Categories
$4,813
Avg Price
$1,374
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About Schreiber

Schreiber is a respected German manufacturer of woodwind instruments, particularly renowned for their meticulously crafted bassoons and clarinets. While not a household name like some larger brands, Schreiber has cultivated a strong reputation within professional orchestral circles for producing instruments of exceptional quality and responsiveness. Their focus on traditional craftsmanship and a commitment to tonal excellence has solidified their place in the higher echelons of the woodwind world.

Founded
1950s
Country
Germany
Segment
Premium
Target
Schreiber instruments are ideal for seasoned professionals and advanced students
Known For
German Bassoon Tradition Hand-Fagoting Techniques Responsive and Dark Tone Customizable Bore Profiles Bb Clarinet Models
PROS
  • • Exceptional tonal depth and richness
  • • Superior craftsmanship and attention to detail
  • • Excellent projection and responsiveness
  • • Highly customizable to player preferences
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
  • • Can require significant break-in period
  • • Limited dealer network compared to larger brands
  • • May feel dense for some players

Schreiber Products

Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$9,238
Bassoon, Conservatory model, Special model - based on model 5016 except with the plateau...
4.8 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,638
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Austrian model, German fingering system, Made...
4.6 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,088
NEW, Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Austrian model, German fingering system,...
4.6 Expert Rating
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson

Bassoons

$13,968
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0, Bassoon, Professional model, Specially selected sycamore maple wood, 25 Keys, 4 Rollers, High D...
4.8 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,758
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Ideal for smaller hands, Advanced tone hole...
4.5 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,748
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German system, Advanced tone hole...
4.4 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-10 C Clarinet - Other Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-10 C Clarinet

Other Clarinets (German)

$1,374
C-clarinet, With Bb clarinet mouthpiece, German system, Barrel, bell and body are made from...
4.9 Expert Rating
Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon

Bassoons

$7,918
Bassoon, Limited special edition, Made of aged grenadilla wood & selected sycamore...
4.5 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$6,874
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Full Oehler system, Advanced tone hole...
4.6 Expert Rating
Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,688
BassoonThis bassoon has a standard key system. From this model upwards all instruments...
4.5 Expert Rating
Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,138
Schreiber WS 5013-2-0 Bassoon, Bassoon
4.5 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,506
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, With child-friendly, silver-plated, narrower key...
4.6 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$4,806
Bb Clarinet, 2.0 - The new generation, Full Oehler system, Refined design of tone holes,...
4.9 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,485
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German fingering system, Advanced tone hole...
5 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,924
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German fingering, Improved tone hole net, Adjusted...
4.7 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,648
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Tighter keywork 16/6, Advanced tone hole...
4.6 Expert Rating
Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$4,025
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Oehler system, Improved tone hole net, Adjusted...
4.5 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions About Schreiber

Schreiber instruments are primarily manufactured in a workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, with a significant portion of the wood sourcing and finishing occurring in Germany, maintaining the brand's German heritage.

Like all high-quality wood instruments, Schreiber bassoons require diligent care, including regular pad adjustments and bore cleaning, but their robust construction contributes to long-term reliability.

Schreiber emphasizes a traditional, slightly darker bore profile in their bassoons, prioritizing a rich, complex tone over extreme brightness, which appeals to many orchestral players.

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