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 10 Pcs Replacement Strength 2 1/2 Tenor Saxophone Reeds US $9.18 
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 10x Alto Sax Saxophone Reed 2.5 Reeds Replacement US $12.87
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone Size # 1.5, # 1 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone Size # 2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone Size # 2.5, # 2 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone Size # 4 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone Size # 3.5, # 3 1/2 US $20.00
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 10x Beautiful Sound Alto Saxophone Eb Reeds #2.5 Part US $13.99
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 High Quality Tenor Saxophone Sax Reeds 2.5 Reed US $.99
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 Mendini Gold Eb Alto Saxophone Sax +10 Reeds+$39 Tuner US $259.98
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 New Soprano Sax Saxophone Bb Reeds 2 1/2 #2.5 10/Box US $7.99
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 10x Riyin Soprano Sax Saxophone Reeds #2.5 Plastic Box US $5.99
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 New 10 pcs Alto Sax Soprano Saxophone Reeds 2.5 reed US $4.99
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 New 20 Pcs Alto Sax Saxophone Reeds #2.5 Reed US $7.99
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 20 Pcs Tenor Sax Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Reeds US $12.99
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 New 10 Pcs Soprano Sax Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Reed US $6.99
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 RIYIN Soprano Sax Saxophone 2.5 Reeds Qty 20 US $8.99
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 BLUE/Gold Eb ALTO SAX/Saxophone Lazarro+TUNER,12 REEDS,BOOK,CASE,CARE KIT US $259.99
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 Vandoren 3.0 Alto Saxophone Reeds (Box of 10) US $27.95
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone # 3.5, # 3 1/2 ~ s US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~ALTO Sax/Saxophone # 4 ~ s US $20.00
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 NEW Maui Xaphoon STANDARD BLACK Pocket Sax Tenor/Alto Saxophone Flute Reed US $69.95
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 10 Pcs Riyin Alto Sax Saxophone Reeds #2.5 Plastic Box US $5.99
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 New 10 pcs Alto Sax Saxophone Eb Reeds Box 1/2 #2.5 US $6.99
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 Box of 10 Pcs Alto Sax Saxophone Eb Reeds 2 1/2 #2.5 US $7.99
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 20 Pcs Soprano Sax Saxophone Reeds #2.5 US $11.99
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 10 pcs Alto Sax Saxophone Reeds FREE SHIPPING US $6.99
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 BRAND NEW La Voz Saxophone and Clarinet Reeds ALL SIZES US $1.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 1.5, # 1 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 3.5, # 3 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 3 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 4 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~SOPRANO Saxophone/Sax Size # 2.5, # 2 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 2.5, # 2 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 3.5, # 3 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 1.5, # 1 1/2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 3 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 2 US $20.00
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 20 REEDS Lazarro~TENOR Sax/Saxophone Size # 4 US $20.00
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 RICO Alto Saxophone Reeds Box of 25 - 2 Strength US $79.95
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Saxophone Reeds
Saxophone Reeds - Which One Is The Best Saxophone Reeds?
The source of the beautiful sound of the saxophone is the vibration of a reed strapped to the mouthpiece mounted on the neck of the saxophone. The sound produced by this vibrating reed is shaped by the saxophone mouthpiece, and instrument into the melodious sound we know as the saxophone.
The reed is such an important part in the saxophone sound production that it merits our taking a closer look at their construction, makeup, quality, and consistency. We can keep these factors in mind when choosing saxophone reeds.
Saxophone reeds are made from quality canes around the world, although alternatives of plastic and combinations of cane and plastic coatings have become acceptable to many. Cane has still remained the standard for many years. The best cane for reeds historically has been in France and areas near the Mediterranean Sea.
Saxophone Reeds are designed to fit the facing of the mouthpiece so they are flat on one side and cut thick and tapered on the other side. When air is forced through the opening between the reed and the mouthpiece tip the air column vibrates creating the sound that is shaped by the saxophone.
Reeds are graded by commercial manufacturers by strength or thickness by numbers such as 2 1/2, 3, 3 1/2 etc. These gradings may vary between manufacturers.
The dilemma facing saxophone players on choosing saxophone reeds is finding reeds that produce the intended sound that the player is attempting to produce. Many reeds are flawed and do not produce acceptable sounds Reeds can be purchased in boxes of ten or more, and usually a small percentage of these are acceptable.
Reeds are susceptible to cracking as they become wet and dry through use. The reed is moistened during use and operates properly when it is moist and pliable, as this allows it to vibrate properly to create the sound. The quality of the cane and other factors may affect consistency.
Testing and trial and error is involved in choosing saxophone reeds that are acceptable to the player. Usually starting off with a medium strength reed and then testing thicker or thinner reeds until a match to the players expectations is found.
Price maybe another consideration in choosing saxophone reeds. As prices of other commodities in the economy have been affected we have seen the price of reeds increase gradually over time also.
Although the reed may be small it is a big part of producing an acceptable sound on the saxophone. Knowing some of the factors we just discussed can make choosing saxophone reeds a rewarding experience.
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