Rigoutat Oboe RIEC JDR - As Is / Requires Adjustment Retail Price: ¥1,100,000 (approx. $7,500 USD) - Mid-to-High Grade This is an offering for a Rigoutat RIEC JDR oboe, made by the renowned Rigoutat company in Paris, France. Rigoutat, founded in 1922, is a brand loved by musicians around the world, known for its soft, brilliant tone and rich resonance. This model, the RIEC JDR, features: • A tone that combines French warmth and transparency • Moderate resistance, making it easy to play with rich projection • Versatility for solo performances, chamber music, and orchestras It is trusted by many professional musicians. New Retail Price: Approximately ¥1,100,000 Rigoutat oboes have been increasing in price year by year, and the RIEC JDR is an expensive model, with a current retail price of approximately ¥1,100,000. In terms of price, it competes with models like the Yamaha YOB-831 custom series, Marigaux's Grand Lemaire and 701. Selling Price: ¥190,000 (as is) This is a special price, assuming maintenance is required. With maintenance and adjustment, you should be able to fully enjoy the beautiful resonance unique to Rigoutat. Condition of the Item • It is an older model, and while the photos look beautiful, there is an overall sense of aging, such as peeling plating and dullness. • There are no cracks or critical damage, but repairs are needed, including pad and cork replacement, and mechanism adjustment. • The F key for the left little finger is almost stuck. • This is being sold "as is," meaning adjustment is absolutely necessary for playing. Recommended Points • Obtain an instrument in the ¥1,100,000 class at a price in the ¥100,000 range. • Ideal for those looking for repair, or for stepping up from entry-level models like the YOB-431 to a more advanced instrument. This is being sold on the assumption that maintenance will be required, so we look forward to your purchase if you understand the above.