Detail 01
Strength 3.5
Middle-upper range for bari. Needs steady air, but rewards it with stable low notes and control up top.
Product detailSKU #1274034480583
Frederick HemkeBaritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 3.5 Box of 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Baritone sax reeds, strength 3.5, five per box. Filed French cut aimed at classical players who want clean articulation and a focused sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Classical and concert band bari sax players
- Players wanting quick response on a large reed
- Anyone chasing precise articulation in the low register
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners — 3.5 on bari takes real air
- Players wanting a dark, spread jazz tone
- Anyone needing a large stock; only five per box
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
Filed cut
Bark removed in a straight line below the vamp. The reed vibrates more freely, so response and articulation come easier.
Detail 03
Baritone saxophone cut
The largest common sax reed. Will not fit tenor, alto, or soprano mouthpieces.
Detail 04
Box of 5
Half the count of a standard 10-pack. Bari reeds cost more per piece because of the cane volume.
Detail 05
French file
Favors clarity and projection over a spread, breathy tone. Suits ensemble playing where the line must cut through.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Five reeds per box, not ten — plan replacement timing accordingly
- 02Reeds only; no mouthpiece, ligature, or reed guard included
- 03Bari reeds need longer soaking than alto or clarinet before they play evenly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many reeds come in the box?
Five. Baritone reeds are packed in smaller counts than alto or clarinet reeds, which usually come ten to a box.
02Is 3.5 a good starting strength on bari?
It is a step above beginner territory. If you are new to bari or coming from alto, 2.5 or 3 will be easier to control.
03Are these filed?
Yes, a French file. The bark is removed below the vamp, which makes the reed respond faster and articulate more cleanly.
04Will these fit a tenor sax?
No. Baritone reeds are noticeably larger and will overhang a tenor mouthpiece. Buy tenor-cut reeds instead.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
