Detail 01
Strength 2.5
Soft-to-medium. Low notes come out with less air, but the top end can thin or close up when you push hard.
Product detailSKU #1274228067505
Alexander ReedsNew York Baritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 2.5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Cane baritone sax reeds in strength 2.5. A soft-to-medium setup for players who want easy low-end response on a big horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bari players who struggle to get low B-flat to speak cleanly
- Doublers coming from alto or tenor onto baritone
- Medium-tip mouthpieces where a harder reed chokes the sound
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Very close-tip classical mouthpieces that need a stiffer reed
- Loud lead playing where a soft reed closes off under pressure
- Players who want zero prep — cane needs soaking and rotation
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Baritone sax cut
Much longer and wider than tenor cane. It fits baritone mouthpieces only, and nothing smaller.
Detail 03
Cane
Natural material, so each reed plays a little differently and every one changes as it soaks up and dries out.
Detail 04
New York cut
Alexander's own facing profile. It sets the balance of resistance and response independently of the strength number.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Soak each reed a minute before playing; dry cane plays stiff and cracks.
- 02Rotate several reeds across sessions so one doesn't take all the wear.
- 03No ligature, cap or reed guard included — a flat guard prevents warping.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 2.5 too soft for baritone sax?
It depends on your mouthpiece. On a medium or open tip it's a common working strength. On a very close classical tip you'd likely want a 3 or harder.
02How long does a bari reed last?
A few weeks of regular playing per reed if you rotate several. They go first by getting soft and unresponsive, then by chipping at the tip.
03Can I use these on tenor sax?
No. Baritone reeds are substantially longer and wider. On a tenor mouthpiece the reed would extend past the rails and fail to seal.
04Why does the same reed play differently day to day?
Cane is a plant. It absorbs moisture and swells, and temperature and humidity change how stiff it feels. Rotating reeds and drying them flat evens this out.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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