Second Hand Oboes List


Please note there are waiting lists for student, intermediate and semi-professional model oboes. Please email oboe@howarthlondon.com or telephone 0207 935 2407 to enquire about availability and to be added to a waiting list.

Unless otherwise stated, all oboes receive a pre-sale service undertaken by our specialist oboe technicians to ensure they are in the best possible condition. The price advertised always includes the servicing costs, whether the instrument has been serviced or is presently in our workshop.

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Please note that our Open Hole Oboe list is now full and we are currently not taking new Open Hole consignments.
Image Reference Make Description Price Status

Student / Intermediate Thumbplate Oboes

 -  5 instruments.
OB10866a Howarth S10
The Howarth S10 is widely recognised as the best student English system oboe available by leading teachers and Music Services throughout the U.K. The instrument is particularly suitable for students due to its covered holes, close finger spacing for the smaller hand, and light weight for ease of handling. (2011) 		£975.00 Reserved
OB10861a Howarth S10
The Howarth S10 is widely recognised as the best student English system oboe available by leading teachers and Music Services throughout the U.K. The instrument is particularly suitable for students due to its covered holes, close finger spacing for the smaller hand, and light weight for ease of handling. (1999) 		£1,000.00 Reserved
OB10851a Howarth S20
This intermediate model is designed for the keen student player and easily meets the needs of playing up to Grade 8 and beyond. The S20 is light in weight and thus suitable for accomplished young players. It includes certain key features, such as semi-automatic octaves, which are essential for playing at an advanced level. (1989) 		£1,500.00 Reserved
OB10858a Howarth S20
This intermediate model is designed for the keen student player and easily meets the needs of playing up to Grade 8 and beyond. The S20 is light in weight and thus suitable for accomplished young players. It includes certain key features, such as semi-automatic octaves, which are essential for playing at an advanced level. (1984) 		£1,600.00 Reserved
OB10862a Howarth S20
This intermediate model is designed for the keen student player and easily meets the needs of playing up to Grade 8 and beyond. The S20 is light in weight and thus suitable for accomplished young players. It includes certain key features, such as semi-automatic octaves, which are essential for playing at an advanced level. (2010) 		£1,800.00 Reserved

Semi-Professional Dual System Oboes

 -  4 instruments.

Conservatory system with English thumbplate
OB10863a OB10863a Rigoutat Riec
Since their establishment in 1922, Rigoutat have been known for producing oboes with a unique, characteristic sound praised by oboists internationally. The Riec is a semi-professional model, designed for advanced students or adult amateurs. It is a versatile instrument made from Grenadilla wood with silver-plated keys. (2009) 		£2,500.00 Available
OB10835a OB10835a Yamaha YOB-431B
The YOB-431B model is made from top-quality aged and seasoned grenadilla wood for a rich 'professional' sound. It features accurate intonation, a balanced response, and an exquisite tone. The ergonomic key design is based upon the Custom series for comfortable performance and precise playability. (Dated approx. 2018) 		£2,750.00 Available
OB10841a OB10841a Cabart 74
A Cabart 74 oboe, known for its high standard of manufacture, is an excellent choice for the diploma-level or advanced player. This model is semi-professional and of a comparable standard to the Howarth S40 or S45. This oboe is unplayed. (2003) 		£2,800.00 Available
OB10859a Howarth S45
This oboe is a graduate model, designed for the diploma-level player, which includes many essential features found on a professional oboe. This is a thicker-walled model and will therefore allow for more projection and produce a darker tone. This oboe has a third octave key. (2002) 		£3,000.00 Reserved

Professional Dual System Oboes

 -  10 instruments.

Conservatory system with English thumbplate
OB10854a OB10854a Howarth S5
One of our original professional models, the S5 remains the benchmark upon which the Howarth reputation for quality has been built. Having developed over the years to reflect changing tonal styles and requirements, this S5 oboe is lightweight offering fine tuning and a large, focussed sound. (1956) 		£1,950.00 Available
OB10860b OB10860b Ward and Winterbourn Oboe
Originally technicians for Boosey and Hawkes, Ward and Winterbourn set up their own company in 1971 and started producing their own oboes and clarinets. This oboe has covered holes and modern professional keywork, with the exception of a third octave key. 		£2,250.00 Available
OB10836a OB10836a Howarth S5
One of our original professional models, the S5 remains the benchmark upon which the Howarth reputation for quality has been built. Having developed over the years to reflect changing tonal styles and requirements, this S5 oboe is thick-walled offering fine tuning and a large, powerful sound. (1986) 		£2,950.00 Available
OB10812a OB10812a Howarth S5
One of our original professional models, the S5 remains the benchmark upon which the Howarth reputation for quality has been built. Having developed over the years to reflect changing tonal styles and requirements, this S5 oboe is lightweight, offering fine tuning and a focussed sound. (1988) 		£3,500.00 Available
OB10739a OB10739a Howarth S5
One of our original professional models, the S5 remains the benchmark upon which the Howarth reputation for quality has been built. Having developed over the years to reflect changing tonal styles and requirements, this S5 oboe is thick-walled offering fine tuning and a large, powerful sound. (1995) 		£3,750.00 Available
OB10823a OB10823a Loree Royal
Loree focus on innovating with the aim to achieve complete satisfaction of their worldwide clientele of performing artists. The Loree Royal has the same technical specifications as the Standard model, with the additional features of an adjustable thumb rest, tenons with dual metal reinforcement, and an extra regulation screw. (2018) 		£4,000.00 Available
OB10830a OB10830a Howarth XL
The XL model has been carefully designed for the exacting demands of professional performers. Its large bore and thick walls have been developed to give a big sound with classical projection. (2002) 		£4,500.00 Available
OB10794a OB10794a Marigaux 901
With a free-flowing low register and even and direct high register, the Marigaux 901 is an excellent orchestral oboe played by the greatest ensembles worldwide. Made from rigorously selected grenadilla wood, with semi-automatic octaves and silver-plated keys, its standard of manufacture displays the excellent reputation of French craftsmanship. (2005) 		£4,500.00 Available
OB10838a OB10838a Marigaux 901
With a free-flowing low register and even and direct high register, the Marigaux 901 is an excellent orchestral oboe played by the greatest ensembles worldwide. Made from rigorously selected grenadilla wood, with semi-automatic octaves and silver-plated keys, its standard of manufacture displays the excellent reputation of French craftsmanship. (2007) 		£4,500.00 Available
OB10809a OB10809a Bulgheroni Musa
Bulgheroni’s Musa model encapsulates years of tradition accumulated over years of experience. Designed for solo or orchestral playing, the Musa guarantees excellent ease of performance due to the workmanship of its wood and mechanism. (2018) 		£5,750.00 Available

Conservatory System Oboes

 -  3 instruments.

English thumbplate can be added at extra cost
OB10864a OB10864a Howarth S20c
This conservatoire system intermediate model is designed for the keen student player and easily meets the needs of playing up to Grade 8 and beyond. The S20 is light in weight and thus suitable for accomplished young players. This oboe has a third octave key and left-hand F key. (2017) 		£1,800.00 Reserved
OB10847a Howarth S20C
This conservatoire system intermediate model is designed for the keen student player and easily meets the needs of playing up to Grade 8 and beyond. The S20 is light in weight and thus suitable for accomplished young players. This oboe has a third octave key and left-hand F key. (2019) 		£2,000.00 Reserved
OB10701a OB10701a Howarth XL
The XL model has been carefully designed for the exacting demands of professional performers. Its large bore and thick walls have been developed to give a big sound with classical projection. (2010) 		£5,250.00 Available

Open Hole and Historical Oboes

 -  5 instruments.
OB10661a OB10661a Howarth S1
Our original oboe model, the Howarth S1 is a simple octave thumb-plate ring model oboe. This instrument is open-holed, so would be well-suited to an adult learner of the oboe. (1955) 		£1,100.00 Available
OB10683a OB10683a Howarth S1
Our original oboe model, the Howarth S1 is a simple octave thumb-plate ring model oboe. This instrument is open-holed, so would be well-suited to an adult learner of the oboe. (1959) 		£1,400.00 Available
OB10672a OB10672a Howarth S3 + TP
This instrument is an example of one of our original professional semi-automatic models. It is open-holed, so may be ideal for an adult learner of the oboe. (1975) 		£1,500.00 Available
OB10856b OB10856b Howarth S2
This instrument is a later example of a Howarth S2 oboe, which was our original professional semi-automatic oboe. It is open-holed, but has more modern keywork than the typical S2 oboe, including a left hand F key. (1992) 		£2,300.00 Available
OB10871b OB10871b Howarth S2
This instrument is a later example of a Howarth S2 oboe, which was our original professional semi-automatic oboe. It is open-holed, but has more modern keywork than the typical S2 oboe, including a left hand F key.(1992) 		£2,500.00 Available

Cor Anglais and Oboe D'Amore

 -  1 instrument.
OB10860d OB10860d Ward and Winterbourn Cor Anglais (Thumbplate)
After starting their careers working for Boosey and Hawkes, Mr. Ward and Mr. Winterbourn established their own London-based company in 1971. This instrument has covered holes and has many keywork features which are desirable for playing at an advanced level. 		£2,250.00 Available

Reed Making Equipment

 -  38 instruments.
OB10881m OB10881m Unknown No. 1 Cor Anglais Mandrel
New price approx. £15.50 		£4.00 Available
OB10881n OB10881n Unkown No. 2 Cor Anglais Mandrel
New price approx. £15.50 		£4.00 Available
OB10881g OB10881g Unknown No. 2 Oboe Mandrel
New price approx. £15 		£4.00 Available
OB10881h OB10881h Unknown No. 2 Oboe Mandrel
New price approx. £15 		£4.00 Available
OB10881i OB10881i Unknown No. 2 Oboe Mandrel
New price approx. £15 		£4.00 Available
OB10881j OB10881j Pisoni Oboe Mandrel
New price approx. £15 		£4.00 Available
OB10876l OB10876l Unknown Pre-Gouger £5.00 Available
OB10876m OB10876m Unknown Oboe Pre-Gouger £5.00 Available
OB10877h OB10877h Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10877i OB10877i Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10877j OB10877j Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10877k OB10877k Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10877l OB10877l Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10877m OB10877m Unknown Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed £10.00 Available
OB10878g OB10878g Allcock Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878h OB10878h Allcock Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878i OB10878i Allcock Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878j OB10878j Allcock Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878k OB10878k Allcock Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10877b OB10877b Graf Bevel-Edged Knife Left Handed
New price approx. £85 		£15.00 Available
OB10878o OB10878o Allcock D'Amore Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878q OB10878q Unknown Oboe Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878r OB10878r Unknown Oboe No. 1 Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10878u OB10878u Unknown Cor Anglais Shaper Tip £15.00 Available
OB10881l OB10881l Loree No. 1 Cor Anglais Mandrel
New price approx. £62 		£15.00 Available
OB10878p OB10878p Howarth Oboe Shaper Tip £20.00 Available
OB10878s OB10878s Rieger Oboe No. 3 Shaper Tip
New price approx. £126 		£30.00 Available
OB10878a OB10878a Reeds 'n' Stuff D'Amore Shaper Form H50
New price approx. £100 		£30.00 Available
OB10878b OB10878b Reeds 'n Stuff Oboe Shaper Form Berl
New price approx. £100 		£30.00 Available
OB10878e OB10878e Reeds 'n Stuff Cor Anglais Shaper Form Klopfer 845
New price approx. £108 		£30.00 Available
OB10878f OB10878f Reeds 'n Stuff D'Amore Shaper Form Klopfer 750
New price approx. £108 		£30.00 Available
OB10878l OB10878l Kunibert Michel Shaper Handle with Built-in Tip £50.00 Reserved
OB10878x OB10878x Rieger Shaper Handle with D'Amore Shape
New price approx. £220 		£70.00 Available
OB10876k OB10876k Reeds 'n Stuff Oboe Exchange Set for Pre-Gouging Machine 11mm Bed
New price approx. £400 		£100.00 Available
OB10876g OB10876g Howarth Oboe Gouging Machine
New price approx. £1200 		£250.00 Available
OB10876d OB10876d Reeds 'n Stuff Oboe Shaping Machine with Berl Shape
New price approx. £728 		£300.00 Reserved
OB10876f OB10876f Allcock Gouging Machine
New price approx. £1200 		£400.00 Available
OB10876i OB10876i Allcock Oboe Gouging Machine
New price approx. £1200 		£400.00 Available
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