Detail 01
MH designation
Identifies this specific strength variant; no numerical cane-strength equivalence is given.
Product detailSKU #1500000325550
ForestoneHinoki Alto Saxophone Reed MH
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For alto saxophone, the Forestone Hinoki MH is a composite reed made from polypropylene resin and cellulose wood fiber, with bamboo representing more than half of the fiber used. Its smooth, injection-molded vamp is balanced in both directions and tapers to a 0.1 mm tip. It is intended to deliver a clear, robust core with enough buzz for projection, alongside stable intonation and articulate response. Its composite construction also resists water-logging, saliva breakdown, and warping caused by humidity or altitude changes.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Alto saxophone players seeking a moisture-resistant reed material with clear projection and articulation.
- Use in changing humidity or altitude conditions where resistance to reed warping is important.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players expecting a reed to remain equally lively and responsive for its entire usable life.
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
Brownish material
The composite is described as tasteless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Detail 03
Injection-molded vamp
The manufacturing process is intended to provide a smooth, uniform vamp from reed to reed.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A period of adjustment may be useful when moving from cane to this material.
- 02Replace the reed once it begins to feel less lively or responsive.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the primary material?
The reed combines polypropylene resin with cellulose wood fiber, and more than half of the wood fiber is bamboo.
02How can I alter blowing resistance?
Position it slightly lower on the mouthpiece table for slightly less resistance, or slightly higher for slightly more.
03Does it resist moisture damage?
Yes. The composite material is described as impervious to water-logging and breakdown by saliva.
