Those who haven’t had much success with the Herzberg shape seem do really well with these. I find these reeds to be especially responsive in the low register, with good response overall, but a bit less flexibility than the classic Asskicker. But that’s just me.

Cane is expertly gouged, shaped, and profiled by Robert Williams, retired principal bassoonist of the Detroit Symphony. The shape is a Fox 2 and these reeds ARE foxy! The internal bevel is created before the cane is formed using a special beveling jig. 


All reeds dry for a MINIMUM of two weeks after forming.

After finishing and play-testing reeds, I wait at least at least 24 hours before play-testing again, refinishing when necessary.

Tecbond 280 hotmelt glue: Not all hot glues are the same! After consulting with manufacturers and experimenting with MANY, I found this to be the best for bassoon reeds. It is non-toxic and F.D.A. approved* (All the constituent parts of this adhesive have been approved by the American F.D.A. under C.F.R. 21.175.105).

Wires 2 and 3 are stainless steel from Craftwire USA. First wire is lead-free red brass from R. J. Leahy.

Reeds are sanitized with a hydrogen peroxide solution in an ultrasonic bath, which also helps quicken the break-in period, and dried for at least three days before packaging.

$6 shipping for the first reed, $0 for each additional INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: Please email Scott@BlakleyBassoon.com with what you'd like to order along with your country and city and I'll create a custom invoice for you so you don't have to be overcharged. International shipping rates start at $20 per order.

*Lil’ Asskickers bassoon reeds are not for human consumption. Do not eat, chew, or vape Lil' Asskickers!