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Hemke Alto Sax Reeds, Strength 2.5, 5-pack

by Rico
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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Product Features

Item Package Quantity: 1 | Size: 2.5
  • Shorter vamp for a darker tone
  • Strength 2.5, 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

Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 0.9 x 1.4 inches ; 0.6 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B0002GFMQ4
  • Item model number: RHKP5ASX250
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #744 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

Item Package Quantity: 1 | Size: 2.5

From the Manufacturer

The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 2.5 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.

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.com

 

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reeds for band., September 27, 2011
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These are the best reeds ever!! My son use them for band & he loves them, they provide great tone quality and ease of operating.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Better than Vandorens, March 16, 2011
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These are more consistent reeds than Vandorens for sure.

Beware when buying these reeds for the first time because they tend to be softer than Vandorens.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product, February 20, 2011
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These are better than the higher priced reeds we've used before. The price & quality - excellent. I would & probably will order them again.
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