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Composite material
It combines polypropylene resin with cellulose wood fiber, of which more than half is bamboo.
Product detailSKU #1500000325586
ForestoneHinoki Baritone Saxophone Reed H
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hinoki H is a baritone saxophone composite reed made for sustained use rather than the moisture-related breakdown associated with cane. Its polypropylene-resin and cellulose wood-fiber material includes more than 50% bamboo fiber, and injection molding is used to create a smooth, consistent vamp. The reed’s resistance can be changed at the mouthpiece by adjusting its placement: lower for less resistance, higher for more. It can also be clipped or worked with common reed-adjustment tools, though the feel may take time to get used to.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Baritone saxophone players seeking a moisture-resistant reed that will not warp with humidity or altitude changes.
- Players who prefer to adjust resistance through reed placement or use reed-adjustment tools when needed.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want to acclimate to a composite reed after using cane.
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.
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0.1 mm tip taper
The reed profile tapers across the tip to 0.1 mm.
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Mouthpiece placement adjustment
Lower placement reduces blowing resistance; higher placement increases it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your baritone saxophone setup calls for the H strength designation.
- 02Retire the reed when it no longer feels lively or responsive.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will humidity or altitude changes warp this reed?
No. Its composite material is described as resistant to warping caused by changes in humidity or altitude.
02Can I clip the reed?
Yes. It can be clipped and is hard enough to work with blades, files, sandpaper, reed rush, or similar tools.
