How much is an oboe worth?
Prices of oboes vary depending on the player level: for beginners, oboes cost between $1,000 and $3,000, an intermediate level is priced at around $2,000 to $3,500, and a professional model can cost you proximately $7,000 to $12,000.
Are olds oboes good?
The short answer: A typical oboe may stay in reasonable playing condition for 20 years, but may only be adequate for use in a professional orchestra for 4-5 years. Serious students should purchase oboes no older than 5-10 years. However, many players prefer certain vintage oboes that are over 20 years old.
Are Cabart oboes good?
Manufactured by Lorée, the Cabart is an excellent graduate level instrument with dual system and 3rd octave key In essence, it possesses nearly all the keywork found on a full gillet model, apart from the double ring on the right hand D key.
How much do used oboes cost?
Intermediate Oboes: The cost of new oboes ranges from $2,500-$4,000, while used oboes in condition generally cost $1,800-$3,000.
Are Jupiter oboes good?
The Jupiter JOB1000 Modified Conservatory System Oboe is made with a durable, dense and wood-like plastic body, and as such is an excellent oboe for the student player. It is rugged and dependable and will withstand the rigors of getting to school and back with ease. It has a sweet tone and is mechanically sound.
What is a Baroque oboe?
The Baroque oboe is an end-blown conical-bore double-reed aerophone in use in Europe since the 17th century. The replica Baroque oboe pictured and discussed on this page is modeled on surviving instruments from roughly 1690-1790.
Are plastic oboes good?
New wooden oboes tend to have a “tighter,” smaller tone, which will generally open up as they break in. A well-constructed plastic oboe works much better than a badly manufactured wooden one. Unfortunately, there are several companies that make low quality wooden instruments.
What is a good intermediate oboe?
Fox. Fox is known for making some of the best intermediate instruments for both oboists and bassoonists. Their intermediate model 330 is a great instrument for a serious middle or high school student.
What is the most expensive oboe?
The Most Expensive Band Instruments
| Instrument | Beginner-level | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Bassoon | < $5,000 | >$10,000 – $35,000 |
| Oboe | $1,200 – $1,500 | > $8,000 |
| French Horn | $1,200 to $3,500 | > $4,500 |
| Saxophone | $800 – $2,700 | > $3,000 |
How much does a Baroque oboe cost?
Price list
| PROFESSIONAL – INEXPENSIVE MODELS I give a three-year warranty for all the oboes from this group. | ||
|---|---|---|
| European boxwood | $ 2,200, $ 1,600 | |
| Denner, fully ornamental (415 Hz) BAROQUE OBOE | maple wood or sycamore wood | $ 1,900, $ 1,300 |
| pear wood | $ 2,100, $ 1,400 | |
| cherry wood | $ 2,100, $ 1,400 |
What is the difference between the Baroque oboe and the modern oboe?
Traditionally, baroque oboes were made from boxwood. Modern oboes, by contrast, usually are made from grenadilla wood. The differences in density between these woods has an additional impact on the sound of the instruments. Overall, baroque oboes sound warmer and more slightly diffused or cupped than modern oboes.