Detail 01
Strength 3
Medium resistance. Needs a developed embouchure but gives more body and projection than a 2 or 2.5.
Product detailSKU #1274034480779
Frederick HemkeBaritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 3 Box of 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Strength 3 baritone sax reeds, five to a box. For intermediate and advancing players who already play a medium-resistance reed.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Baritone players settled on a medium strength
- Concert band and jazz ensemble work
- Restocking a known reed rather than experimenting
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still building embouchure strength
- Alto or tenor players — baritone cut only
- Players wanting a full month's supply at once
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 cut
Sized to the baritone mouthpiece table. Will not seat on alto, tenor or soprano.
Detail 03
Box of 5
Roughly $5.60 a reed. A few weeks of steady playing for most players.
Detail 04
Unfiled cane
Cane reeds respond warmer than synthetic but swell, warp and wear out with moisture.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature or reed guard included
- 02Strength varies slightly box to box; some reeds play better than others
- 03Rotate several reeds and dry them flat to extend life
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my tenor sax?
No. These are cut for baritone saxophone. Tenor reeds are shorter and narrower and the two are not interchangeable.
02Is strength 3 too hard for me?
If you currently play 2.5 comfortably, 3 is the normal next step. If you tire quickly on 2.5, stay there for now.
03How long does a box last?
Five reeds. With daily practice and rotation, typically a few weeks to a couple of months depending on how hard you play.
04Do I need to soak them first?
Wet the reed before playing, either in your mouth or in water. Playing a dry reed cracks it and makes response uneven.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
