~ To Enjoy Playing the Bassoon ~ Reeds made to retain more sugar than standard reeds. They bring out the natural characteristics of the material more than usual, and because they contain more sugar, they may taste sweet when first used. How to Wet the Reed Dip the vibrating surface in water once, then immediately take it out and play for about 30 seconds (it's fine if the water penetrates the wood on the back of the thread). Soaking in water will remove the sugar, so please be careful how you wet the reed to maintain its performance. Easy to produce a full, rich sound and easy to control. The color of the thread may change without notice. Materials used: Donati and Chancaia. Shipping included. Shipping usually takes 2-3 days from payment completion, but may be delayed due to the maker's location or requests for materials. In such cases, you will be notified in the comments.