Rico Plasticover Tenor Sax Reeds, Strength 1.5, 5-pack
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5 times the stiffness of cane If you play number three, you will receive a bonus. You will receive 2 canes if you start with 0 canes. Plasticover (#5)
No, these reeds don't need to be wet to play. One of the reasons I employ them is for this reason. When I take a break or play my other horn, the reed does not dry out on stage. They also make the sax sound slightly buzzy, which I like. It's possible that they won't last as long as regular cane reeds. They are, in general, my preferred option.
Simply put, that strength should be ordered. 2 is an excellent all-around strength.
I sing tenor in a 2 1/2 or 3 range, alto in a 2 range, and soprano in a 1 1/2 or 2 range. I'm not sure how to distinguish between the two. It's as if the same reed was placed in a different container. Best wishes to you.
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It is very simple to maintain. Playing this game is more difficult. Allows air to escape. There are aspects of these Rico Plasticovers that I adore, as well as aspects that I dislike. So, despite the fact that I gave it three stars, I will continue to use it on occasion. br>br>I am a non-professional player. Because you're using a standard instrument, a saxoflute, your results will vary, but the setup elements are transferable. Amazon is the place to go. To see my instrument, go to com and type in Key of G Tenor All Terrain Saxophone. br>br>I'm using a Rico B5 alto mouthpiece with a Rovner MK III ligature, as well as a 1. Tenor reed with a 5 strength rating. br>br>I despise the reed wetting process, as well as the need to dry the reed after each use. This is a significant advantage for the Plasticover! (two points) br>br>I like how easy it is to clean reeds. The Plasticover gets yet another plus. br>br>I enjoy the convenience of being able to use a reed at any time, as well as the durability. When I put the sax away and take it out again, I like knowing that my reed won't chip or splinter because I forgot to put the mouthpiece cap on. This gives the Plasticover three more points. br>br>I'm a huge fan of the Plasticover's mellow tone and superb control. It's not for everyone, but it can be quite enjoyable at times. The Plasticovers now have a total of seven positive points. br>br>I've grown accustomed to the Légère Studio cut's ease of use and tight seal. It's more difficult to play the Plasticover because it necessitates more breath and lip pressure. That's a two-point disadvantage for Plasticover. br>br>I take a deep breath and pause for a moment. With the Plasticover, there is a sounding air leak. That, along with the fact that it requires more air support, is a third point against the Plasticover. br>br>I enjoy the Plasticover's warm, mellow sound as well as the Légère's edgy, saxy sound. So it's a tie in that one. If Rico had come up with a 1. Plasticover (strength 0), which is actually a 1. 5 strength), I'd be willing to give it a shot. br>br>I'm not sure where the air leak in the Plasticover is coming from, but I'm hearing a breathy sound. On this subject, I'd appreciate some input.
I play tenor in collegiate marching, concert, and pep bands, so I devote a lot of time and money to my instrument. These plasticover reeds keep my reeds from breaking due to bumping or getting caught in my clothes, as well as normal wear and tear. THINGS TO CONSIDER: br>br>THINGS TO CONSIDER: After a while, the black plastic coating on the area where my lip rests starts to peel away. I haven't had any issues with it getting stuck between my teeth or on my lips; the reed just looks gross. br>br>These reeds are a little more difficult to play than regular reeds. If you're on a 3, however, it's a different story. 5 people agree with me that the large price increase to 4 is unappealing. 0 These reeds are a good compromise; overall, they're good, long-lasting reeds.
I liked how well they worked, how much more durable and predictable they were than untreated wood, and how much better they worked than synthetic wood. What I didn't like was that in order for the reeds to work, the surfaces that interface with the Saxophone mouthpiece had to be meticulously sanded flat. They went from being throwaways to being valuable players as a result of this. for- days.
Rico, Vandoren, Fibracell, and others all have 5s or 3s on the tenor 7-string. There are eight different ways to look at this. I originally purchased some 2 strength plasticovers, which were far too difficult to play in those tip openings. I felt like I was on a five-reed instrument. As a result, I received one. It's the same issue on the 5s. I tried these on a Link 5* and found them to be far too difficult to play. Playing on 3 is not a problem for me. On that 5*, you might get a 5 or even a 4 from other reeds, but these 1. The number 5 is almost identical to the number 5. If there was such a thing on the smaller tip opening, it would be 5s or 6s. I'm not sure how these are being used.
After years of caring for and feeding standard reeds, I decided to purchase these reeds. Despite the fact that these are natural reeds, the coating makes them much easier to work with and less temperamental. There haven't been any noticeable changes in my tone. I purchased one of these. Other reviews stated that they were firmer than standard reeds, so they were given a rating of 5 strength.
Normally, I am a huge fan of these tenor sax reeds. Amazon, on the other hand, sent me clarinet reeds marked as tenor reeds on the label. It was my fault for failing to inspect the goods when they arrived. However, because I use so many of these reeds, I simply store them in my Gig bag. When I opened the box, I was surprised to see that the reeds were for clarinet. It's a good thing I had a couple of spare tenor reeds on hand for the gig. In the end, the deadline for returning them has passed. So I've got $30 worth of clarinet reeds that have been mislabeled.
The logo on the back has been sanded down! The lead tone on these reeds is fantastic. They easily deserve FIVE STARS if it weren't for one flaw that affects metal mouthpieces in particular. The reason I didn't give them five or even four stars is because the logo on the back facing is embossed (and has become even more so since the manufacturer changed). On metal mouthpieces and mouthpieces with slim tables, this causes seel problems. This is demonstrated by a straightforward seel test. Chirps are a sign of a bad seel. You can sand down the logo, but doing so will inevitably remove some of the plasticover, which is what makes these reads so unique. These, on the other hand, are fantastic if you have a hard rubber mouthpiece or one without a sensitive table.
I like how these reeds react and how the sound has a slight edginess to it. It's also convenient not to have to keep the reed wet or wait a minute for it to dry after playing. After a while, the plastic begins to peel away, but I haven't noticed any differences in how they play.
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