{"product_id":"howarth-s10-thumbplate-system-oboe-grenadilla-covered-keys-student-intermediate","title":"Howarth S10 Thumbplate System Oboe – Grenadilla, Covered Keys, Student\/Intermediate","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"532\"\u003eThe Howarth S10 is a thoughtfully designed oboe for younger or developing players who need full chromatic range in a lighter, easier-to-handle instrument. 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