Detail 01
Composite material
The material combines polypropylene resin with cellulose wood fiber; over half of that wood fiber is bamboo.
Product detailSKU #1500000326032
ForestoneBlack Bamboo Baritone Saxophone Reed M
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A durable composite baritone saxophone reed with a robust, clear sound, stable intonation, and adjustable blowing resistance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Baritone saxophonists seeking a durable alternative to cane
- Players wanting stable intonation and articulation across the saxophone’s range
- Players who want to adjust resistance through reed placement on the mouthpiece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who only want traditional cane reeds
- Players unwilling to spend time adjusting to a different reed feel
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
0.1 mm tip
The standard profile tapers to 0.1 mm across the tip.
Detail 03
Water and humidity resistance
The composite material is described as impervious to water-logging and saliva breakdown, and it will not warp from changes in humidity or altitude.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Strength is M.
- 02The reed may require an adjustment period, despite a minimal difference in feel from cane.
- 03Lower placement on the mouthpiece table reduces resistance; higher placement increases it.
- 04Replace the reed when it begins to feel less lively and responsive.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What saxophone is this reed for?
It is a baritone saxophone reed.
02What strength is it?
M.
03How can I change the blowing resistance?
Lower the reed on the mouthpiece table for less resistance or raise it for more resistance.
04Can this reed be adjusted or clipped?
Yes. The material can be worked with blades, files, sandpaper, reed rush, or other tools, and it can be clipped.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
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