Legere Bb Tenor Sax Studio Cut 2.5 Synthetic Reed

Description: LEGERE Bb Tenor Sax Studio Cut 2.5 Synthetic Reed The Legere description: The Studio cut reed, available for the Alto and Tenor Saxes, offers a warmer sound than that of our Standard cut reed and is designed for the jazz genre. It plays softer than other Légère reeds and is best suited for players in live environments. Studio Cut Classic Series for Saxophone The Studio Cut Classic Series uses the same material as the original Classic Series but with a modified profile. This profile is designed to offer a more responsive reed without the overtones of the Signature Series. The softer material increases projection and ease of play. The Studio Cut is an ideal choice for players who use a lot of vibrato in their sound or blow very hard. It is recommended that players test the Signature Series before the Studio Cut. As described by Legere, ALL of the following are available for the Soprano Clarinet: Classic Series for Saxophone The Classic Series reeds for saxophone are extremely durable. The original cut is based on the first prototype and produces a darker, focused sound. The thicker tip makes it ideal for projecting and providing a full, rich and percussive sound. The Classic Series is more percussive than the Signature Series making it ideal for marching bands and large ensembles. Signature Series for Saxophone The Signature Series for Saxophone respond without hesitation. They are thinner and stiffer than a traditional cane reed, making them easy to play and beautifully free-blowing. They produce a pristine, centered sound with colourful overtones. This reed is bright yet focused which is why it’s preferred worldwide by advanced and professional players in both jazz and classical settings. Comparing cane to a synthetic material-- Cane is a unique material. It is has a low density yet is longitudinally very stiff. Matching these properties in a synthetic material is difficult but is essential in creating a good reed. Légère uses polypropylene to make both single and double reeds. Polypropylene is a common, non-toxic polymer with applications in food containers, packaging, rugs, and many other products. Unfortunately, ordinary polypropylene is not nearly stiff enough to make saxophone and clarinet reeds. They just wouldn’t vibrate. To make the plastic much stiffer Légère puts it through a process called orientation. This is the secret to creating Légère reeds. Polypropylene does not have to be preconditioned before playing nor does it absorb any water. It is completely non-toxic, highly durable and can be easily sanitized with warm water and a mild detergent. Legere offers a unique exchange program as well. If you bought the wrong strength THEY will exchange it for you for a small charge. ALL warranty and exchange issues are handled directly with Legere and a sheet explaining the process is included with every purchase.Caring for your reed:Pre-playing To unpack the reed, remove it from the case or box carefully avoiding contact with the tip. While Légère reeds are durable, they can easily be damaged if mishandled or dropped. It is best to always handle your reed by the heel. Playing There is no need to moisten a Légère reed, it will play like a pre-moistened cane reed directly from the box. Place the reed on the mouthpiece in the same position that you would put a cane reed and secure it with a ligature. Test the reed’s response either on the instrument or alone. You should feel a quick attack that speaks instantly. If you do not feel a fast attack the reed position or strength is incorrect. Move the reed back and forth trying a variety of positions and continue testing. If you cannot find a position that works well and it feels like the strength is incorrect please make use of Légère’s Exchange of Strength program. Once the attack feels correct play the reed for a couple minutes to warm it up. At this point, the reed is in playing condition. Depending on your playing style, the reed will need to be rotated after roughly 60 minutes. This is to extend the life of the reed, not improve your short-term tone. With proper rotation and care your reeds should last many months. Storage and Cleaning When you are finished playing on your reed, loosen the ligature and remove it from the mouthpiece. The reed can be cleaned periodically with water and a mild detergent. Légère single reeds should be stored on a flat surfaced reed case. Due to the fact that polypropylene is non-porous, it is very difficult for bacteria to build on your reed. Modifying the Reed Altering Légère reeds is not recommended. Bending stiffness is a function of elastic modulus and removing material will drastically reduce the strength of the reed. If you are interested in experimentation purchase reeds that are 0.5 to 1.0 step stronger than your appropriate strength. If desired, the reeds can be scraped with fine sandpaper or a sharp blade, held perpendicular to the reed. They should be scraped from the top of the vamp towards the tip. Never sand or scrape against the grain of the reed. Reeds that have been altered are not eligible for an exchange or refund. Clipping the reed with a conventional reed clipper is likely to cause longitudinal splits through the tip. With proper care and maintenance, your Légère reed will give countless hours of playing and the Freedom to Perform.

Price: 31.99 USD

Location: Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

End Time: 2023-09-22T01:38:08.000Z

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