Oboe & Bassoon Repair,
Sales, & Appraisals
Nationwide Since 1983

Charles Double Reed Company

Please note that our office will be closed from September 10th through September 20th, reopening Monday, September 21st. If you’re planning to consign an instrument with us, we’ll need it in hand no later than September 9th, or please hold off and ship after the 21st to avoid it sitting in transit over the closure. Please confirm shipping details with us before anything ships.

Browse Pre-Owned Oboes & Bassoons for Sale

Our curated selection is updated regularly. Additional instruments arrive weekly.

Each instrument is inspected and fully adjusted in our Kingston, NY workshop. We provide warranties and professional insurance appraisals with every instrument we sell.

Choose Oboe & Bassoon Repair and Services

Our Kingston workshop handles everything from annual servicing to complete instrument overhauls.

We specialize exclusively in oboes and bassoons. Instruments are shipped securely nationwide

Who We Are and Why It Matters

Charles Double Reed Company provides trusted oboe repair and bassoon repair, restoration, sales, and professional appraisals for players across the United States. Whether you’re a student picking up the oboe for the first time, a professional in need of a full bassoon overhaul, or an orchestra member requiring a certified insurance appraisal, our Kingston, New York workshop handles it all. Every instrument we service gets the same care and precision we’ve maintained since 1983.

Kind Words From Our Clients

Wow! My bassoon looks brand new! And thank you for fixing the zippers on my bassoon case! My bassoon plays amazingly well! It looks beautiful. Even better than when I bought it in 2015. Thank you so much!

Paula Fay

I put my bassoon through its paces this weekend and it's playing great! I especially appreciate how light the action is on the boot joint (and the lack of 'clacking keys.') Excellent work, thank you again.

Mark Davies

The adjustments you made really made a difference and I feel like I am back on track with my technique again! Also the upper register is coming out much more easily! I so appreciate that you took time to clean and adjust a few things for me. I am so happy I've decided I do not need to upgrade.

Sandy Verity

Thank you for the fantastic job you did on my Fox Bassoon as well as my Amati Contrabassoon. Both had played almost to death, they are now better than new. No kidding!

Samuel Blackwell

Outstanding service and products. Always look forward to contacting you, and will look forward to seeing you. Best Wishes to you all.

Leonard Hindell

Thanks again for your kindness, your guidance and of course your great service!! I appreciate all your help. I look forward to hearing from you again.

Lysbeth Fisher

Great experience purchasing a used oboe. Brian was very knowledgeable and helpful with my son’s experience. Enjoyed every minute in the shop. Will be our go to business in the future for all of our double reed needs.

David Repeta

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does double reed instrument repair cost?

Double reed instrument repair costs vary depending on the service. Annual service starts at a moderate rate, while a full overhaul is priced based on the instrument’s condition. Contact us for a free quote.

Do you repair oboes and bassoons from other states?

Yes. We serve players nationwide. Give us a call and then ship your instrument to our Kingston, NY studio – we provide full packing guidance on our How to Ship page.

Can I try an oboe or bassoon before buying?

Yes. Every instrument includes a 10-day at-home trial, fully adjusted and shipped directly to you. No obligation if it is not the right fit.

Do you provide insurance appraisals?

Yes. We write professional insurance appraisals for oboes and bassoons. Our appraisals are accepted by most major insurance carriers and speciality instrument insurance companies such as Clarion, Anderson, Music Pro and many others. A complimentary appraisal is included with every instrument we sell.

Oboe & Bassoon Repair, Sales, & AppraisalsNationwide Since 1983