Schreiber

Germany, est. 1950s · 19 products across 1 categories

19
Total Products
1
Categories
$4,823
Avg Price
$1,452
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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 D-26 t-Edition Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-26 t-Edition Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,741
Bb Clarinet, Special edition to mark Schreiber’s 80th anniversary, German...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Schreiber brillanT Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber brillanT Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$4,065
Bb Clarinet, 80th anniversary model, German system, 22 keys, Six rings, Four trill...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5017-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$9,876
Bassoon, Conservatory model, Special model - based on model 5016 except with the plateau...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,846
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Austrian model, German fingering system, Made...
4.9 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,206
NEW, Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Austrian model, German fingering system,...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5031-2N-0 Basson

Bassoons

$15,049
Schreiber WS5031-2N-0, Bassoon, Professional model, Specially selected sycamore maple wood, 25 Keys, 4 Rollers, High D...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,625
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Ideal for smaller hands, Advanced tone hole...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,904
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German system, Advanced tone hole...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-10 C Clarinet - Other Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-10 C Clarinet

Other Clarinets (German)

$1,452
C-clarinet, With Bb clarinet mouthpiece, German system, Barrel, bell and body are made from...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5010-2-0GB Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,366
Bassoon, Limited special edition, Made of aged grenadilla wood & selected sycamore...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$7,263
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Full Oehler system, Advanced tone hole...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5016-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$9,295
BassoonThis bassoon has a standard key system. From this model upwards all instruments...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon - Bassoons

Schreiber WS5013-2-0 Bassoon

Bassoons

$8,133
Schreiber WS 5013-2-0 Bassoon, Bassoon
4.3 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,509
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, With silver-plated, child-friendly, slimline keywork...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$5,078
Bb Clarinet, 2.0 - The new generation, Full Oehler system, Refined design of tone holes,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,438
Bb clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German fingering system, Improved tone-hole layout,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$2,033
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, German fingering system, Improved tone-hole layout,...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$1,509
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Advanced tone hole configuration, Adjusted positioning...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet - Bb Clarinets (German)

Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet

Bb Clarinets (German)

$4,252
Bb Clarinet, The new generation 2.0, Oehler system, Improved tone hole net, Adjusted...
4.5 AudioFu Score

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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