Rico Tenor Sax Reeds, Strength 2.5, 25-pack

by Rico

Product Features

• Thinner vamp cut designed for ease of play
• Strength 2.5, Unfiled cut, box of 25 reeds
• Priced affordably for educators
• Also available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
• Also offered in 3-reed and 10-reed packs

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 1 x 4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002E1VO8
• Item model number: RKA2525
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #56,428 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

Item Package Quantity: 1 | Size: 2.5

From the Manufacturer

Designed for a wide variety of playing situations, Rico Reeds in strength 2.5 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.

•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

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good for beginners, February 2, 2008

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Tony Wheeler (East Tennessee) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rico Tenor Sax Reeds, Strength 2.5, 10-pack (Electronics)

My younger son started playing the tenor sax this year. Rico Reeds was recommended by the teacher. So far, my son has not used up the first two boxes since he started playing 5 months ago. Of course, he burned through them faster at the beginning. Good quality, no defects in any of the reeds that we have found.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing suits me better., April 6, 2011

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Heavy Theta (Lorton, Va United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Rico Tenor Sax Reeds, Strength 2.0, 3-pack (Electronics)

A lot of different reeds out there. A lot of mouthpieces and styles and personal preferences. You're pretty much obliged to go out and experiment, considering the old adage that the mouthpiece choice is more critical than the horn, and the reed more than the mouthpiece. (I'm not sure I believe that, but the "butterfly" aspect is appealing.) I play tenor pieces in the 7-7* range, and can find no reed more satisfactory than the old tried and true soft rico. A three pack seems just about right to get me through a few months without worrying about replacement.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good starter reeds, December 2, 2010

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E. Sikorski (South Jersey, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rico Tenor Sax Reeds, Strength 2.5, 10-pack (Electronics)

I have always found Ricos to be acceptable beginner reeds for students in their first year or two playing. The reeds are fairly consistent, and the lower price means that breaking a reed is not too much of an expense for whomever is footing the bill for reeds (teacher, student, school, parent...). The provided plastic cases do a good job protecting the reed, as long as they are not pushed in too far. I usually move students to Rico Royal or Vandoran after their first full year or two.

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