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Oscar Adler & Co. 100F Oboe Children Model - Oboes

Oscar Adler & Co. 100F Oboe Children Model

Oboes

$2,683
Oscar Adler & Co. 100F Oboe Children Model, Oboe, Entry-level instrument for very young beginners, Body made of...
4.4 Expert Rating
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Thore English Horn - Oboes

Thore English Horn

Oboes

$10,778
English Horn, Semi-automatic, Material: selected unstained grenadilla wood, Silver-plated key...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Thore Stella Oboe - Oboes

Thore Stella Oboe

Oboes

$5,608
Oboe, Professional/orchestra model, Semi-automatic, Special larger professional Thore bore, 3rd...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Thore Presto Oboe - Oboes

Thore Presto Oboe

Oboes

$4,728
Oboe, Professional/orchestra model, Semi-automatic, Special professional Thore bore, 3rd octave key,...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Thore Moderato Oboe - Oboes

Thore Moderato Oboe

Oboes

$3,904
Oboe, Model for advanced players, Semi-automatic, Professional Thore bore, Extended G key, G# and...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Thore Dacapo Oboe - Oboes

Thore Dacapo Oboe

Oboes

$2,638
Oboe, Student/beginner model, Semi-automatic, Professional Thore bore, Extended G key, G# and long F...
4.6 Expert Rating
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LaLique Noteo Ebonyx English Horn - Oboes

LaLique Noteo Ebonyx English Horn

Oboes

$3,926
English Horn, Made of solid ABS plastic with low weight for easier playing,...
4.6 Expert Rating
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LaLique Noteo English Horn - Oboes

LaLique Noteo English Horn

Oboes

$4,838
English Horn, Hand-selected, long seasoned grenadilla wood, Semi-automatic, To low B, Easy...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Buffet Crampon BC4067-2-0 Oboe - Oboes

Buffet Crampon BC4067-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$5,224
Oboe, Conservatory model, French fingering, Tuning pitch: 440 - 443 Hz, Body made of...
4.6 Expert Rating
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LaLique Oboe HF40 - Oboes

LaLique Oboe HF40

Oboes

$2,078
Oboe, Semi-automatic oboe, Conservatory model, Ideal for advanced players, French fingering, Made of...
4.9 Expert Rating
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LaLique Oboe HF30 - Oboes

LaLique Oboe HF30

Oboes

$1,352
Oboe, Semi-automatic oboe, Conservatory model, Due to its lower weight compared to wooden oboes, the...
4.4 Expert Rating
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Fox Oboe Model 800 - Oboes

Fox Oboe Model 800

Oboes

$8,555
Oboe, Semi-automatic, Body made of selected grenadilla wood, Dimensional modifications were made in...
5 Expert Rating
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Fox Oboe Model 400 - Oboes

Fox Oboe Model 400

Oboes

$7,918
Oboe, Semi-automatic, Body made of selected grenadilla wood, Traditional fox bore and tone hole...
5 Expert Rating
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Buffet Crampon BC4131-2-0 Oboe - Oboes

Buffet Crampon BC4131-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$2,638
Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, Grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon) with...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Buffet Crampon BC4161-2-0 Oboe - Oboes

Buffet Crampon BC4161-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$2,968
Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, Made of grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon)...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Oscar Adler & Co. 4510 Oboe Orchestra Model - Oboes

Oscar Adler & Co. 4510 Oboe Orchestra Model

Oboes

$5,697
Oscar Adler & Co. 4510 Oboe Orchestra Model, Oboe, Standard model, Fully automatic, Capped, Double octave key, 3rd...
5 Expert Rating
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Oscar Adler & Co. 4500 Oboe Orchestra Model - Oboes

Oscar Adler & Co. 4500 Oboe Orchestra Model

Oboes

$5,004
Oscar Adler & Co. 4500 Oboe Orchestra Model, Oboe, Standard model, Semi-automatic, covered finger holes, Double octave...
4.7 Expert Rating
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Buffet Crampon BC-4062-2-0 Oboe - Oboes

Buffet Crampon BC-4062-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$4,068
Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, From Grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon),...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Gebrüder Mönnig 155 AM-B Oboe - Oboes

Gebrüder Mönnig 155 AM-B Oboe

Oboes

$10,614
Oboe, Professional orchestra model, Semi-automatic, Finest selected grenadilla wood,...
4.6 Expert Rating
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Rigoutat English Horn Riec - Oboes

Rigoutat English Horn Riec

Oboes

$9,844
English Horn, Model: Student, Semi-automatic, Body made of grenadilla wood (Dalbergia...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Rigoutat Oboe Delphine Semi Automatic - Oboes

Rigoutat Oboe Delphine Semi Automatic

Oboes

$3,848
Oboe, Beginner's oboe, Model: Dolphins, Semi-automatic, Body made of grenadilla...
4.9 Expert Rating
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Rigoutat Oboe Riec Semi Automatic - Oboes

Rigoutat Oboe Riec Semi Automatic

Oboes

$5,884
Oboe, Model: Student, Semi-automatic, 3rd octave key, Left F-lever, Body made of...
4.7 Expert Rating
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Oscar Adler & Co. 6000 Oboe Orchestra Plus - Oboes

Oscar Adler & Co. 6000 Oboe Orchestra Plus

Oboes

$8,688
Oscar Adler & Co. 6000 Oboe Orchestra Plus, Oboe, Orchestra model, Semi-automatic, down to low B, Finest selected...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Bulgheroni FB- 095/3 - Oboes

Bulgheroni FB- 095/3

Oboes

$5,388
OboeThe B - 95 professional oboe embodies the tradition of many years of experience and passion....
4.9 Expert Rating
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Bulgheroni FB- 101/3 Oboe - Oboes

Bulgheroni FB- 101/3 Oboe

Oboes

$4,728
OboeThe FB-101 oboe is ideal for years of study at music school, and is a mechanically...
4.7 Expert Rating
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Yamaha YOB-432 Oboe - Oboes

Yamaha YOB-432 Oboe

Oboes

$4,398
OboeYAMAHA mid-range oboes are based on the top models of the Custom series and are manufactured...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Yamaha YOB-431 Oboe - Oboes

Yamaha YOB-431 Oboe

Oboes

$3,848
Oboe, Semi-automatic, Conservatorium system, 3rd-Octave key, F key left, Forked F-resonance key,...
4.5 Expert Rating
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Yamaha YOB-241 Oboe - Oboes

Yamaha YOB-241 Oboe

Oboes

$1,946
OboeThe YOB-241 is an affordable oboe made of extremely durable ABS synthetic material. This...
4.8 Expert Rating
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Bulgheroni FB- 091/3 TF ART RK Oboe - Oboes

Bulgheroni FB- 091/3 TF ART RK Oboe

Oboes

$3,958
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Bulgheroni FB- 091/3 Oboe - Oboes

Bulgheroni FB- 091/3 Oboe

Oboes

$3,518
Oboe
4.8 Expert Rating
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LaLique Lumina Oboe - Oboes

LaLique Lumina Oboe

Oboes

$4,366
Student Oboe, Suitable for beginners and advanced students, Body material: Selected, well seasoned...
4.6 Expert Rating
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About Oboes

This category features oboes and English horns, double-reed instruments crucial for orchestral, chamber, and solo performance. The oboe's distinctive, penetrating tone is a cornerstone of many musical genres, and its expressive capabilities demand a high level of craftsmanship. Selecting the right instrument is a significant investment for professional and serious student players.

Best For
Orchestral musicians chamber ensembles solo performance music students professional oboists
What to Look For
Tone quality intonation keywork mechanism bore design reed compatibility wood type (African Blackwood is standard) overall responsiveness

Oboes — Pros & Cons

PROS

  • Exceptional projection and clarity for solo and orchestral work.
  • Offers nuanced tonal colors and expressive capabilities.
  • Well-crafted oboes provide consistent intonation across registers.
  • Durable construction ensures longevity with proper care.

CONS

  • Requires significant practice and embouchure development.
  • Reed selection and adjustment are critical for optimal performance.
  • Can be sensitive to humidity and temperature changes.
  • Maintenance and repair can be specialized and costly.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oboes

Its density, stability, and acoustic properties provide the ideal tonal resonance and response.

The English horn is a lower-pitched relative of the oboe, with a wider bore and a mellower, more plaintive tone.

The bore’s shape and diameter significantly affect the instrument's intonation, tone color, and overall responsiveness to the player.

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