Rico Alto Sax Reeds, Strength 3.5, 10-pack

by Rico

Product Features

• Thinner vamp cut designed for ease of play
• Strength 3.5, Unfiled cut, box of 10 reeds
• Priced affordably for educators
• Also available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
• Also offered in 3-reed packs and 25-reed Novapak reed dispensers

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 0.9 x 2.7 inches ; 1.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002F59H2
• Item model number: RJA1035
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,005 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #92 in Musical Instruments > Instrument Accessories > Wind Instrument Accessories > Woodwind Accessories > Saxophone Accessories > Reeds > Alto Saxes

Product Description

Item Package Quantity: 1 | Size: 3.5

From the Manufacturer

Designed for a wide variety of playing situations, Rico Reeds in strength 3.5 are designed to vibrate easily. Featuring an unfiled cut and thinner vamp, Rico offers an ease of play that, combined with its affordable price and convenient packaging options, explains why more musicians worldwide find Rico the best value.

Rico reeds have been the standard among reed players for generations. All Rico reeds are manufactured on state-of-the-art equipment that ensure an accurate cut and smooth finish. Every reed is precisely graded for its strength and quality, making Rico the best value for students and professionals alike.

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

Designed for a wide variety of playing situations, Rico Reeds are cut of our most flexible grade of cane. The ease of play, affordable price and convenient packaging options are why more musicians worldwide find Rico the best value.

•Now you can get Rico reeds in convenient 3-reed packs. The Rico three-pack is a perfect quantity for rental instruments and especially for students, who need to have spare reeds.

•Designed for ease of play
•Unfiled for powerful tone
•Priced affordably for educators
•Available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
•Offered in quantities of 3 and 10 reeds, and the 25 Novapak reed dispenser

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

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good price, quality and play for beginning band students, February 22, 2010

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Andrea L. Polk (Southern Oregon) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rico Alto Sax Reeds, Strength 2.0, 10-pack (Electronics)

Recommended by the middle school band instructor, I had previously purchased Rico reeds at a local store, but found the pricing on Amazon to be better, thus my purchase.

At an average of two dollars per reed, these are a step down from the Rico Royal - Alto Sax #2.0 - Box of 10, but perfectly adequate for the beginning alto sax player. They are durable (no chipping, cracking or splitting) with average use (30 minutes a day for 2 weeks).

I'd recommend them to alto sax players who are in beginning to intermediate band classes (elementary and middle school), who want to purchase quality reeds at a budget price.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The reed of choice for music teachers, November 13, 2010

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Amy L. McLean "scrabl1" (Pasadena CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rico Alto Sax Reeds, Strength 2.0, 10-pack (Electronics)

I am a music teacher working with beginning students and they go through a lot of reeds before they learn how to keep them from breaking. Rico reeds are consistent, affordable, and easy to get. Amazon has a good price, and they get them to me quick.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality for the price., December 8, 2009

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S. Skaryd "dulcimers.com" (Central Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rico Alto Sax Reeds, Strength 2.5, 10-pack (Electronics)

They seem to be a good quality for the price. Our friend who also plays sax said he wants us to order some for him. He was the one who suggested this brand. Can't match the price anywhere locally.

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