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It's range is between a Flute and Clarinet, and thus has certain characteristics of each. It also can be compared to a Trumpet (and often has duets with trumpets), but not as strident, more subdued. It also can sound similar to violins but more robust and darker.

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It is one of the highest pitched woodwind instruments. Some say beginners sound like a duck. They can sound very beautiful if played good. Look up a video to hear one being played.

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What kind of sound does the oboe produce?

The oboe generally produces a high pitched, woody, sort of sound. The sound can vary greatly depending on how the oboe is played.


Is an oboe a reed instrument?

yes, the oboe uses a reed to produce sound.


Why does the flute sound different from the oboe?

the flute is a higher pitch than the oboe


What is the sound source of an oboe?

An oboe's sound comes from the air vibrating between the double reed. The pitch can be changed by pressing the keys.


How do you make an f sound on the oboe?

1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 6th, and lower pinky keys.


How does a straw oboe make sound waves?

...By vibrating the straw. It works roughly like a kazoo. The vibrations move the air, which is all a sound wave is.


What is a woodwind instrument that sounds like a duck?

The oboe is often used to imitate the duck's quack because of the unique sound the oboe generates.


How is the sound prodiced in a oboe?

the two reeds vibrate, and vibration creates sound.


What make the oboe a low reed instrument?

Get a bass oboe.


How is the sound produced of an oboe?

The reed of the oboe is what creates the sound. When air is passed through the Oboe reeds the two blades of the reed open and close very quikly, and a sound is produced. The sound and vibrations from the reed cause the instrument to vibrate and produce a sound of its own, along with amplifying the original sound of the reed.


What instrument is similar to both the clarinet and oboe?

An oboe, is a lot harder to make a good sound, and the clarinet is a little bit easier. an oboe has a double reed, and a clarinet has a regular reed. You can listen to them both on Youtube to compare the sound. This choice really has to be yours. Edit: Oboists are usually harder to find, and thus are more in demand, especially in college music programs. You could have a fine shot at a music scholarship as an oboist.


What is similliar to the oboe?

A bass oboe and an English horn are very similar. A bassoon may also have a lower sound quality.