14 best tenor sax reeds

Product description

This reed is designed to produce a quality of extremely pure sound due to a very thin reed tip (the area of reed with maximum vibration), being balanced by a solid vertebral column (more cane in the area which climbs gradually to the heel). These reeds are recognizable by a straight line to delineate the limit of the area of bark. The favorite reed of classic saxophonists worldwide since Marcel Mule, it has always been (and is still) used with equal success by many players.

• Traditional reeds are known for their excellent response in all registers, allowing a pianissimo attack in even highest notes.
• Extremely flexible, allowing the legato or staccato execution of large intervals while maintaining a richness of tone that gives body and clarity to the sound, which is a hallmark of Vandoren reeds.
• Traditional reeds are available for all clarinets and saxophones in various strengths.
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.

User questions & answers

Question:	I am currently playing on a 3.5 Vandoren reed and when I play it sound way too brittle, should I get a 5 reed
Answer:	Hello,you'd rather go up in strength in a more progressive way, going from 3.5 to 5 can be too big of a jump, try for instance a strength 4 and then if you are still not satisfied, you can go for a 4.5 or 5Regards
Question:	Will these work on a bass clarinet? I've heard mixed opinions
Answer:	I would not use these on a bass clarinet!!
Question:	how many reeds are in the box
Answer:	Usually a box of tenor reeds has 5.

Product description

Vandoren Traditional Tenor Saxophone 5 Pack of 3.0 ReedsThe professionals choice of reeds. The Vandoren brand has become the most famous reed in the world for its reliability and quality.  Teachers and professionals encourage students to invest early. This reed is designed to produce a quality of extremely pure sound due to: a very thin reed tip (the area of reed with maximum vibration), being balanced by a solid vertebral column (more cane in the area which climbs gradually to the heel.)  These reeds are recognizable by a straight line to delineate the limit of the area of bark.

• Consistently responsive and wonderfully centered
• Each reed is cut from field-dried cane that grown in the Var region of France
• Package Dimensions: 2.54 L x 12.7 H x 4.318 W (centimeters)
• Item Package Weight: 0.023 kilograms

User questions & answers

Question:	What strength would be good for me i have about 2 month experience with rico reeds
Answer:	If you been just playing for 2 months with 2 1/2 you ready for Vendoren red box 1 1/2 you will see .
Question:	Are these reeds synthetic
Answer:	No. They are cane reeds.
Question:	What reed is recommended for an 11 year old with one year of experience. he has played on a 2 1/2 rico royal
Answer:	After a year of playing, I would think he'd be ready to move up to a firmer reed. I'd suggest a 3, and do a comparison with your current set up. Even with similar hardness, the Rico and Vandoren may play different. Like a pair of shoes, there is no one size fits all. Many factors come into play to get a good tone.
Question:	are these reed synthetic
Answer:	No, they’re cane

Product description

Developed in 2002, the ZZ jazz reed is immediately responsive without sacrificing the brightness or tone qulaity for this style of music. The unique relationship between the heart and tip provides extraordinary color, great response and a durable life.

• Combines medium-thick heart, spine and rounded tip of V16 reed with the flexible platte design of the JAVA reed
• Also available in other strengths
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.
• Immediately responsive without sacraficing the brightness or tone quality required for this style of music
• The unique relationship between the heart and tip provides extaordinary color, great response and a durable life

User questions & answers

Question:	The item title states reed strength #4, but the photo shows #3.5 -- is this listing for a #4? (That's what I need
Answer:	filed means an extra strip of bark removed in a straight line, below the vamp for flexibility & fast response on the instrument unfiled means a U shape at the bottom of the vamp and no line, powerful tone depending on mouthpiece and style of music you play you should choose filed v unfiled depending on mouthpiece and style of music you play you should choose filed v unfiled According to my son Mike!...he ordered them.
Question:	Do they have a box of 10 in the vandoren sr4235 tenor sax zz reed
Answer:	No humidity packets. Simply a reed holder.
Question:	Can I use these for both jazz and concert band? Also do these feeds tend to run harder or softer
Answer:	The space is pretty big and could hold tenor sax reeds.
Question:	Do these reeds play well with an otto link super tone master
Answer:	Hi, friends, I don't think so, because I'm sure you can catch it and find your own rhythm.

Product description

This reed is designed to produce a quality of extremely pure sound due to a very thin reed tip (the area of Reed with maximum vibration), being balanced by a solid vertebral column (more cane in the area which climbs gradually to the heel). These reeds are recognizable by a straight line to delineate the limit of the area of bark. The favorite reed of classic saxophonists worldwide since marcel Mule, it has always been (and is still) used with equal success by many players.

• Traditional reeds are known for their excellent response in all registers, allowing a pianissimo attack in even highest notes.
• Extremely flexible, allowing the legato or staccato execution of large intervals while maintaining a richness of tone that gives body and clarity to the sound, which is a hallmark of Vandoren reeds.
• Traditional reeds are available for all clarinets and saxophones in various strengths.
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.

User questions & answers

Question:	hello please if I order two or three boxes must I pay the 2.99 ship for each one or only one time? thank you and happy new year
Answer:	Hi There,If you order all the boxes at once, on one order, you would only have to pay shipping one time, for one order.Happy New Year's,TomThe Music Store
Question:	what size should I buy?? any advice im 18, for band
Answer:	Ask your Band Teacher. They usually want every alto sax player using the same mouthpiece and same reed brand and strength . That being said, the 2.5 is an excellent reed. I played on a 2.0 strength for 1st year.
Question:	For an adult beginner, which strength is better or should be used for alto sax
Answer:	Good question! For an adult beginner, I would recommend a Vandoren 2 or 2.5. Even for an adult jaw, a Vandoren strength 3 is probably a bit too stiff.
Question:	Are the reeds stiff? I've heard they are but these were Vandoren from about 10-15 years ago
Answer:	Any new reed is going to be stiff as is expected. The reeds do "loosen" as they are used to some extent. I recommend them to intermediate players. For a beginner then the strength should probably be a 2. Both strengths work well and help deliver a quality tone.

Product description

• Thinner vamp cut designed for ease of play
• Strength 2.5, Unfiled cut, box of 10 reeds
• Priced affordably for educators
• Also available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
• Also offered in 3-reed packs and 25-reed Novapak reed dispensers

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it strength 2.0 or 3.0? Where was it made? Thanks
Answer:	It's about a 2 and 1/4. I also have medium which I can't use at all (fights me)...medium soft is real nice....may even go lower.
Question:	The reeds are for alto or tenor saxophone
Answer:	Matt, I assume he plans on using his reeds on his sax to make music. The mouthpiece is an entirely separate issue: yes the tip opening and facing may suggest different hardnesses, but the question was about matching reed A to reed B. In other words, a Popsicle stick stuck in jello or clamped in a vice remains just as hard, as a reed will on any mouthpiece. A 3.5 remains a 3.5 on a Jody or an Otto Link. As to wearing out quickly, I can't really say. I have little comparison as I have used La Voz for 45 years of professional playing and find them eminently suitable to my needs.
Question:	Is these a tenor or alto saxophone reeds, cause the picture says tenor and the description is alto. And last time I ordered for tenor and I got for al
Answer:	Only the L.P. stand. I had to return it for the same reason.
Question:	I want to buy alto reeds but when I go to buy the page change to tenor reeds? do you have a correct link for alto reeds # 2.0? tanks a lot
Answer:	I have the same pop socket for over a year and its still there. On the other hand my wife had another one,same brand, and she needed to glue it after a few months of use.

Product features

THE ICONIC ORANGE BOX. THE SINGULAR ICONIC SOUND.

Rico by D'Addario reeds are crafted with beginners and educators in mind, thanks to their traditional blank and profile for ease of response, plus unfiled cut for added support. These reeds are available for a full range of clarinets and saxophones to best suit your playing needs.

• Ideal for students
• Designed for ease of play
• Available for full range of clarinets and saxophones

Quality and Versatility

Featuring a thinner vamp for ease of play and a traditional blank for a clear sound, Rico reeds are ideal for a wide array of playing situations.

The Education Standard

Rico reeds have been the standard among teachers and students for generations. Rico reeds are designed to reward the student with an immediate sound.

Unprecedented Consistency

D’Addario’s state-of-the-art digital reed-making process ensures each Rico reed is consistent with the next.

D'ADDARIO WOODWINDS MULTI-REED STORAGE CASE

D'Addario's signature reed case holds your reeds safe and secure, featuring a grooved surface that holds reeds snugly in place while preventing warping. Crafted with an airtight gasket for unstable weather conditions, this case can hold eight reeds of any size clarinet or saxophone.

RICO BY D'ADDARIO CORK GREASE

The Rico by D'Addario cork grease is a necessity for instrument set-up. Sold in single tubes or in boxes of 12, making it an ideal purchase for music stores, band directors, and private teachers.

RICO REED GUARD IV

A guard you need for your reeds. This sealed guard case holds four reeds providing you with a fun and affordable storage option. Always ready, for practice or on the go.

Product description

Developed in 1983 for jazz and popular music, the JAVA reed incorporates a thicker tip and a more flexible palette than the Tradational reed which allows the reed to vibrate over a larger surface area with maximum elasticity. This type of vertebral column gives the musician much greater playing flexibility, as the resultant elesticity zone is very large. The palette is the zone where the air waves are propgated with the greatest range. From the tip, the waves are absorbed firther in the JAVA reed.

• More flexible than Traditional and V16 reeds
• Vibrates over a longer palette producing a bright sound with immediate response
• Also available in other strengths
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.

User questions & answers

Question:	If I use a 3.5 on the Vandoren traditional reeds, should I use a 3.5 on these too
Answer:	No. The traditional reeds are harder than the javas. A 3.5 traditional is equivalent to a 4 java. However, make sure to purchase your feed according to your mouthpiece facing. Different mouthpieces need different reed strengths.

Product description

The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone, with unsurpassed flexibility and lightning-fast response. Available with or without a French file.•Huge sound with powerful projection •Premium cane for longevity •Outstanding control and projection •Available in third strengths from 2S to 4H •Offered in both Filed and Unfiled models•At its San Fernando Valley facility, Rico has a state-of-the-art reed research center, and employs the collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds that include Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest clarinetists and saxophonists use Rico brand reeds, such as Anthony McGill, Mark Nuccio, Jessica Phillips, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Walter Boeykens, Seiji Yokokawa, Philippe Geiss, Diastema Saxophone Quartet, and many more. For more information, visit RicoReeds

From the Manufacturer

Select Jazz reeds in strength 3M feature a thicker spine, combined with a thicker blank and traditional tip, to provide a balanced and round sound with greater projection.

The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart, and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone. Available with or without a French file. Offered in 1/3rd strengths, allowing the player to fine-tune their exact strength preference.

Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

• Huge sound with powerful projection
• Strength 3M, Filed cut, box of 5 reeds
• Outstanding control and projection
• Available in third strengths from 2 to 4, in S (Soft), M (Medium), and H (Hard)
• Offered in both Filed and Unfiled models

User questions & answers

Question:	Which us the difference between the "filed" and the "unfiled
Answer:	This is a little difficult to describe in words. Google saxophone reed and click on images. You should see two types of reeds, one that has a half moon at the base of the cut portion and one that has a straight line along the bottom of the cut portion. The half moon reed is "unfiled", the one with the straight line is "filed". I hope that helps.
Question:	If i play a 2.5 vandorens v16 reed, would a 2.0 medium filed reed be good to play on or a 2.0 hard filed reed
Answer:	I was a 2.5 V16 user and found that the 3 soft was just a bit stiffer. Using the 2 hard now and liking it. Curious to hear how they stacked up for you.
Question:	difference of filed vs..unfiled
Answer:	A filed reed means it has a straight file across the vamp of reed. A unfiled reed doesn't. A filed reed is usually played on darker sounding mouthpieces to make the sound brighter .An unfiled reed is played on mouthpieces that have more resistance to make them play easier. Best is to try both and see which works best with your mouthpiece.
Question:	When in a jazz setting, why are these better to use than regular reeds
Answer:	Reeds are a personal thing . What works for one person may not work for another. Some mouthpieces work better with certain reeds. Vandoren seem to last longer than other reeds I've tried. In a jazz setting many jazz saxophonists Like playing a wide tipped mouthpiece,Mainly it sounds better for jazz .

Product description

• Traditional Rico cut with a stronger spine
• Strength 3.0, Filed cut, box of 10 reeds
• Works well for both classical and jazz applications
• Also available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
• Also offered in 3-reed packs

User questions & answers

Question:	baritone sax reed rico
Answer:	No these are for tenor sax
Question:	Why does it have d'addario on the box and not rico when the title says rico
Answer:	These are the *exact same* reeds, and have nothing to do with Woodwind/Brasswind. D'Addario, the parent company of Rico Reeds, rebranded Rico Royal several months ago as Royal by D'Addario. Nothing changed about the reeds themselves, only the name and packaging. They're the exact same reeds.

Product features

CLARITY, CONSISTENTLY.

A favorite among beginners and advancing players, Royal reeds are the next step in refining your sound. Filed and featuring a thinner profile, they’re revered by players and educators worldwide for their ease of response and clarity in sound.

Features:

• Traditional blank and profile with a filed cut for added clarity
• Ideal for beginners
• Designed for ease of play
• Priced affordably
• All D’Addario reeds are designed and manufactured in the USA from naturally grown cane

Clarity and Ease

The filed-feature offers greater clarity of sound for those seeking the purest tone.

Unprecedented Consistency

D’Addario’s state-of-the-art machinery and reed-making process have resulted in unprecedented consistency in today’s Royal reed.

Refining Your Sound

Royal by D'Addario reeds are highly responsive for musicians seeking ease of sound execution.

Product description

The driving force behind the JAVA 'Filed - Red Cut' design was to offer more sonic possibilites to musicians while keeping the qualities of the original JAVA. More flexible than its elder version, with a little more tonal body, the JAVA 'Filed - Red Cut' offers a full, rich centered sound and excellent projection with an extremely precise attack.

• Relative of JAVA reed family
• First file cut reed from Vandoren which is ideal for jazz and popular music
• Also available in other strengths
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the actual reed a red color
Answer:	No. Red is the packaging color which refers to the type of cut of the reeds in the box. They're all cane.
Question:	Is the actual reed a red color? Yes, it is
Answer:	Yes, stained with the sacred blood of Coltrane himself. (Nope. The reeds are reed-colored, like all good saxophone reeds.)

Product description

A convenient way for players to try all four Vandoren jazz reed cuts and find the reed that suits them best. Each customer-friendly card includes one each of Java, Java Red, ZZ, and V16.

• Economical way to try out all four jazz style reeds
• Also available in other strengths
• Every reed sealed in 'Flow Pack' to ensure freshness.
• Each reed has their own unique characteristics worth sampling
• Reed comparison chart included on all Mix Cards

Product description

The American Cut is the culmination of a 6-year research project to advance our Signature Series technology and create a reed that answers the needs of the world’s most discerning jazz musicians.

From the Manufacturer

The American Cut is the culmination of a 6-year research project to advance our Signature Series technology and create a reed that answers the needs of the world’s most discerning jazz musicians. I am proud to say, the American Cut delivers everything we set out to achieve, and much, much more. From the very first note, the reed speaks without hesitation. It is effortlessly free-blowing, responsive, colourful, and loaded with personality. The reed’s unmistakable character is thanks to an entirely reinvented profile and heart, and a shorter and wider vamp. By drawing material from the edges toward the centre spine, the reed strikes a harmonious balance of responsiveness and control. Ultra-fine edges allow unrestrained vibration rewarding the player with a clear low-register and vibrant altissimo.

• The reed’s unmistakable character is thanks to an entirely reinvented profile and heart, and a shorter and wider vamp.

Product description

Legère is pleased to introduce signature Series technology for the tenor sax. This reed follows the spectacular success of our original signature Series reed for the BB soprano clarinet which has been hailed as a breakthrough in synthetic reeds.

• Has the properties of moist cane
• Does not have to be Preconditioned before playing
• Strength: #2.5
• Like all Legère reeds this reed has the properties of moist cane.
• No Risk, 30 day Exchange Policy
• Like all Legère reeds this reed has the properties of moist cane.
• Does not have to be Preconditioned before playing
• Completely Non-Toxic

User questions & answers

Question:	Number of reeds in a box
Answer:	Only one reed. They last for a long time. A good value compared to natural reeds.
Question:	how long time to use up to end
Answer:	I play mainly alto and I've got a couple I've been playing for over two years
Question:	Has anyone switched from a vandoren zz 2.5 tenor reed to legere signature series tenor reed? if so, is the legere recommedation to use 2.25 accurate
Answer:	The zz's are the softest of the vandoren - I find them to be about a 1/2 softer than redbox. I play 2-1/2 in the red's and the legere signature, 3 in zz. Keep in mind that the legere will soften up after 10 hours or so of playing. 2.25 is a good start for you.
Question:	What is the exact technical difference between studio cut and signature series, besides the price difference
Answer:	Legere states the following on their website: Studio Cut Available for Tenor and Alto Sax This jazz style reed is made from materials softer than that used for our Standard cut reeds. Studio Cut reeds have a modified vamp design and are free blowing, bright and flexible. This cut is an ideal choice for students or artists who require a softer reed.Legère Signature Series Available for Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Baritone Sax Professionals tend to prefer our Signature Series reeds, which produce a warm, rich tone in all registers. Signature Series reeds are made from a stiffer material and are cut thinner than our Classic reeds. These changes make the Signature Series reeds more flexible across the tip, producing a full spectrum of overtones and a beautiful sound with minimum effort.Legère Classic Series Available for Tenor, Alto, Soprano, Baritone, and Bb Bass Sax This Classical style reed is made from hard material and is designed to produce a darker sound. They have a thicker tip than our other Saxophone reed cuts and are typically preferred by more advanced players. If you prefer a stiffer reed for your Traditional or Classical set-up then this is the cut for you.

Product description

The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone, with unsurpassed flexibility and lightning-fast response. Available with or without a French file.



•Huge sound with powerful projection

•Premium cane for longevity

•Outstanding control and projection

•Available in third strengths from 2S to 4H

•Offered in both Filed and Unfiled models



At its San Fernando Valley facility, Rico has a state-of-the-art reed research center, and employs the collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds that include Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest clarinetists and saxophonists use Rico brand reeds, such as Anthony McGill, Mark Nuccio, Jessica Phillips, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Walter Boeykens, Seiji Yokokawa, Philippe Geiss, Diastema Saxophone Quartet, and many more. For more information, visit RicoReeds.com

Select Jazz reeds in strength 3M feature a thicker spine, combined with a thicker blank and traditional tip, to provide a balanced and round sound with greater projection.

The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart, and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone. Available with or without a French file. Offered in 1/3rd strengths, allowing the player to fine-tune their exact strength preference.

Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

From the Manufacturer

Select Jazz reeds in strength 3M feature a thicker spine, combined with a thicker blank and traditional tip, to provide a balanced and round sound with greater projection.

The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart, and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone. Available with or without a French file. Offered in 1/3rd strengths, allowing the player to fine-tune their exact strength preference.

Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

• Huge sound with powerful projection
• Strength 3M, Unfiled cut, box of 5 reeds
• Outstanding control and projection
• Available in third strengths from 2 to 4, in S (Soft), M (Medium), and H (Hard)
• Offered in both Filed and Unfiled models

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this d'addario or rico. The picture did not represent description
Answer:	D’Addario. I was hoping they were the old Ricos but they were the dull new D’Addario so I returned them.

Product description

Frederick L. Hemke reeds provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces. French filed for freedom of response, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available in boxes of five. Professional-quality reed for classical and jazz applications Shorter vamp for dark tone Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation Premium grade cane for consistent response and playability French filed for flexibility and fast response At its San Fernando Valley facility, Rico has a state-of-the-art reed research center, and employs the collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds that include Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest clarinetists and saxophonists use Rico brand reeds, such as Anthony McGill, Mark Nuccio, Jessica Phillips, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Walter Boeykens, Seiji Yokokawa, Philippe Geiss, Diastema Saxophone Quartet, and many more. For more information, visit RicoReeds The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 3.0 feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance. Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces. Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

From the Manufacturer

The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 3.0 feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance.

Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces.

Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

• Shorter vamp for a darker tone
• Strength 3.0, Filed cut, box of 5 reeds
• Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation
• Filed to increase depth in harmonics
• Offered in strengths 2.0 to 4.0

User questions & answers

Question:	hi, I buy 4 boxes of reeds, if you send to Portugal. Can you accept? regards
Answer:	No. The blue one is for a Tenor sax. Also, don't leave the pad saver in the sax neck since it will eventually damage the pads. Use it to remove the moisture in the sax neck by moving the pad saver up and down.