The JP081, available either in a thumb plate or conservatoire configuration, is a remarkable simple system C oboe designed as an afoordable student instrument. With all the keywork necessary to get the player to good standard without being too complicated, the JP081 is easy to put together with a clever system that does away with complex linkages. Despite being simplified it still plays in the key of C and comes in a high quality case.

The JP081 C Oboe is great for the younger/smaller player to learn on and has been heralded as providing a free blowing sound with good tonal qualities. Especially popular within the UK Education sector, the JP081 has been described as “an exciting innovation at the cutting edge of modern instrument manufacturing technology”

The JP081 C Oboe is available either in a thumb plate or conservatoire configuration. Both variants are constructed from a composite resin body ensuring easy maintenance and a durable instrument. The JP081 and JP081C features a reduced system, silver plated keywork with plateau keys throughout. An adjustable thumb rest is also included as standard on both models.

The JP081 and JP081C C Oboe includes a well designed and attractively styled lightweight case with a reflective safety strap. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small external storage pocket. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.

The JP181 C Oboe, available both as a dual system model and also in a Conservatoire configuration, is a highly popular and well performing full system C Oboe capable of taking novice players to the top of their ability.

Featuring a high level of specification for a student model, the JP181 comes highly recommended by Max Spiers of the Royal Ballet Sinfonia. Having personally tested the instrument, Max said “the triumph of these instruments is that they really ring. The natural sound of them encourages a warm tone and the scale is even and smooth. They slur all the awkward intervals effortlessly and feel nicely stable.”

The JP181 and JP181C feature good quality white leather padding and a strong, well designed keywork. Both variants include an adjustable thumb rest as standard and silver plated plateau key throughout. Constructed from ebonite, the JP181 & JP181C are lightweight, durable and require less maintenance compared to wooden models.

The JP181 C Oboe is supplied with high quality case with hard cased interior and a canvas outer covering. The case includes an internal dust cover and small compartment for reeds and other small accessories. The case is supplied with a comfortable shoulder strap and external storage pocket for storing music and larger accessories.

All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.