The very earliest single-reed instruments were documented in ancient Egypt, and over the centuries, these instruments have spawned a whole host of woodwind instruments - like saxophones and clarinets - most of which came about in the late 18th century. Dating back to the early 1900's, reeds for Clarinets and Saxaphones have traditionally been made using French File Machines - the only way to cut a reed for most of the 20th Century. We stock Rico and Vandoren reeds, because we believe they have perfected the craft of reed-making. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, we have the reeds for you.