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Oboe reeds last about three to ten weeks if you take care of them, but they do break very easily. Also, I'm pretty sure it depends on the brand and hardness of the reed.

Oboe reeds last only 6-10 hours if cared for properly (not chipped)

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depending on how well you look after the oboe is how long it will last.

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it took me about a month to be able to play b flat, c, d, e flat, and f

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A good, working reed that is in tune and has good tone mostly lasts from three to four weeks. The general consensus is 10 -15 hours of playing time according to professional players

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