OBOE THUMB RESTS, STRAPS, ETC.
Thumb Rests
 Maestro Model | Ton Kooiman Thumb Rest These adjustable thumb rests move the instrument's weight closer to the hand for less strain on the thumb. The Etude 2 Now with a stronger and padded thumb hook. Made of plastic, with a metal thumb hook. Adjusts up and down the instrument. Installs using the original screw holes on most instruments. The Maestro model adjusts every way you could imagine: The thumb plate moves up, down, and around the instrument, the thumb support arm has 2 ball joints and 1 swivel for maximum adjustment. Made of anodized aluminum and steel, installation by a repair technician may be required. Free ground shipping (in the U.S.)! The models available are: Etude Model ($29.95), Maestro for Oboe ($259.00), & Maestro for English Horn ($259.00). |  Etude2 Model |
| F. Lorée Oboe Thumb Rest This is the standard thumb rest with ring that Lorée has used for years. |
| F. Lorée Adjustable Thumb Rest Offers greater flexibility of position for the right hand. Requires installation: It replaces the F. Lorée standard thumb rest without drilling new screw holes. If desired, move to any other position and drill 2 new screw holes. Fits Lorée oboe, oboe d'Amore, & English horn. Free ground shipping (in the U.S.)! |
| F. Lorée Dutch Thumb Rest A wider thumb rest with a separate flat body plate which adds additional thickness to the grip on the oboe, resulting in a more open hand position. The thumb rest installs on Lorée oboes using the same screw holes as the original. The thumb plate requires drilling and tapping 2 new holes for permanent installation, or it can be attached with double sided tape. In any event, put the plate on with double sided tape first so that you can experiment to find the most comfortable location, then install it with the screws if you wish to. Fits Lorée oboe, oboe d'Amore, & English horn. Free ground shipping (in the U.S.)! |  |
Thumb Rest Cushions
| Thum-Eez Thumb Rest Cushion Foam cushion which slips over the thumb rest. |
| Yamaha Thumb Rest Cushion Sof rubber cushion which slips over the thumb rest. |
Fhred Supports
| FHRED Instrument Support This clever device is an adjustable support peg which attaches to the thumb rest and rests on your chair seat. It requires a thumb rest with strap ring. We can supply an adapter to use with Loreé adjustable thumb rests, and a Fox thumb rest with ring to replace your thumb rest if it does not have a ring. To play while standing, use the optional SAMI adapter, which fastens to your belt. Available in 3 sizes: Short (for English horn) adjusts from 7" to 10.5" and weighs just 1oz. Long (For oboe) adjusts from 9" to 17", and weighs just 1.2oz. Extra long (for oboe) adjusts from 12" to 22". The FHREDs available are: Short Support ($49.99), Long Support ($49.99), Extra Long Support ($49.99), Loree Adj. Thumb Rest Adapter ($24.95), & SAMI Belt Adapter ($16.95). |  |
| Fox Oboe Thumb Rest, With Ring |
Neck Straps
| Instrument Support Unlike traditional straps, this new instrument support puts the weight on your shoulders and abdomen, not your neck. The shoulder hooks are made of rubber covered aluminum and the curve and spacing are adjustable. The abdominal support is also padded and adjustable. Suitable for men and women, available for oboe/d'Amore/English horn/basoon and Saxophone. Made of aluminum and fiber reinforced plastic, weighs just 6 ounces. See More Information |  |
| Harness A new style harness which works with all double reed instruments with a strap ring. It is easy to put on and adjust and takes the weight off your neck and chest. The straps in front are as far apart as possible to avoid pressure on the chest. Black nylon straps with plastic covered hook. See More Images |  |
The "NeckSaver" Neck Strap . Albion. Designed to reduce neck and shoulder stress by distributing the weight of the instrument over a greater body-contact area. The large, tailored neck pad is made of resilient, closed cell neoprene sponge, such as is used in scuba wet suits. The metal hook fits all wind instruments.We have added a two-point strap adjustment to permit adjusting the length of the nylon straps without losing proper balance of the instrument. This new feature makes the NeckSaver equally suitable for every woodwind instrument. Concert black color.
Elastic Neck Strap. Helps maintain good playing posture. Attaches to thumb rest with a leather thumb pad or its metal hook when the thumb rest has a ring. English Horn Floor Pegs
| Forrests English Horn Support Peg This new style of floor peg takes all the weight of the instrument off your arms. • Mounts securely to the instrument; hooks to the thumb rest and is secured to the bell with an elastic strap. • Fits almost any English horn. • Collapses to 18" long; fits in a Lorée oboe/English horn case cover. See More Information |  |
| Forrests English Horn Bell Support Peg Relieve the stress on your wrists, arms and shoulders. By shifting the weight of the instrument from extended arms to the floor peg, English horn players can reduce muscle strain and fatigue. The slip on collar fits contemporary (post B series) F. Lorée and Fox instruments. |  |
| Albion Peg Extension A 12" long spacer to be installed between the T-02 English horn peg and the T-06 peg base, in order to raise the height of the English horn on its stand. This avoids having to retract the floor peg each time you place the instrument on the stand. It has 5mm metric threads, if you have an older (pre 1998) peg base and pegs with 1/4" - 20 threads contact us and we will make one to fit. |
