Vandoren SR272 Tenor Sax JAVA Reeds Strength 2; Box of 5

$ 20.80

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Based on 822 ratings

Value for money

9.31

Durability

9.31

For beginners

8.08

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Product Description

Traditional and V16 reeds are less flexible.

Vibrates over a wider range of frequencies, producing a bright sound with a quick response.

Other strengths are also available.

To maintain freshness, each reed is sealed in a 'Flow Pack.'

Questions & Answers

I'll use a 3 if I want to be more formal. Should I use a 3 or a 5 on Vandoren traditional reeds? Is it also five on these?

Traditional reeds are more difficult to work with than java reeds. A 3. A 4 java is the same as a 5 traditional. Make sure, though, that you buy your feed with your mouthpiece facing the right way. The reed strength required by various mouthpieces varies.

Selected User Reviews For Vandoren SR272 Tenor Sax JAVA Reeds Strength 2; Box of 5

Sound that is consistently excellent - I used to play tenor and swear by Rico Royal reeds, so this is my new favorite

5/5

When I started playing again a few years ago, the saxophone I purchased came with some old Rico Royals. They were exactly as I remembered them, but I purchased a box of new ones, which were all disappointing. A saxophonist pal (who hadn't taken a 35-minute break in a long time) Their quality had deteriorated over the years, according to a year hiatus). So I picked up a Vandoren sample pack and gave it a shot. The Red Java reed appealed to me because of its deep color. I bought a box of them, but none of them lived up to the promise of the first reed. The Green Java sample reed was also a favorite of mine - a tad more laid-back than the Red - I tried a box of those as well. Each reed in the box sounded fantastic this time. And I've recently upgraded from version 2 to version 3. 5 to 3 and every reed in that box sounds even better, so I've discovered my new favorite reed.

Matthias Goldberg

| May 25, 2021

These are absolutely incredible

5/5

When I first began learning about different sounds and how different setups affect your sound, I began experimenting with different reeds in order to fine-tune my sound. I'd recently purchased a custom mouthpiece and was pleased with it, but V16s were too dull and ZZs were too bright. This has put me right in the middle of both, which I adore. They have a depth and roundness to them that the ZZ's don't, and they're not as dark as a classical sound.

Eric Costello

| Aug 27, 2021

Excellent reading material at a reasonable price

5/5

These reeds are fantastic; I switched from Rico Royal and am very pleased with my decision. They last a long time and produce a fantastic sound. I use them because I play in a jazz band and a saxophone ensemble in my community. In the future, I will purchase these as needed.

Gia Herring

| Jul 25, 2021

Sound and image quality are excellent

5/5

I've been playing tenor for 50 years and have never had such a positive experience with a reed! Despite rave reviews from a few people, I could kick myself for not trying these years ago.

Jayleen Perez

| Dec 24, 2020

For bass clarinet, this is a great option

5/5

My daughter's music teacher recommended that we get her these so she could play higher notes on her bass clarinet more easily. These were fantastic and greatly aided in the attainment of higher notes.

Kairo Henderson

| Aug 28, 2021

Vandoren keeps his word and delivers exactly what he says he will

5/5

For tenor sax, this is an excellent product. I've purchased other Vandoren reeds and have been pleased with them. I don't play the saxophone (my instrument of choice is the piano), but my son and granddaughter do. Vandoren has been a great help to me.