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Carbon fiber interwoven with synthetic hollow fiber
The hollow fiber gives flex while carbon holds the shape, so the tip does not soften or warp with playing time.
Product detailSKU #1274319721727
Harry HartmannCarbon Fiberreed Baritone Saxophone Reed Medium Soft
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Carbon-fiber baritone sax reed, medium soft. One reed for players who want easier response on bari without going back to cane.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Doublers who need bari to speak quickly on short entrances
- Players fighting a resistant or close-tip bari mouthpiece
- Long shows where jaw fatigue builds over the night
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting maximum resistance for a big loud low end
- Anyone who adjusts and rebalances reeds by hand
- Bargain buyers stocking several reeds 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.
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Medium soft strength
Less resistance than medium. Notes speak with less air pressure, at the cost of some resistance to push against.
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Sold individually
You get one reed, not a box. The price is a single reed you keep using, not a batch to sort through.
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Baritone saxophone cut
Only fits bari mouthpieces. Not interchangeable with tenor or alto reeds.
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Synthetic, not cane
No soaking, no break-in, no going soft mid-set. It plays the same cold as it does warm.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reed only — no mouthpiece, ligature or reed case included
- 02Medium soft runs lighter than your usual medium; size up if you bite down
- 03Clean and dry the tip after playing; residue, not moisture, shortens its life
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the carbon fiber actually do?
Carbon holds the reed's shape while the hollow synthetic fiber inside lets the tip flex. The result is a reed that keeps its response instead of softening over weeks.
02Is medium soft too light for baritone?
It takes less air to start a note, which helps on resistant mouthpieces and long sets. If you play loud and want something to push against, choose medium.
03Do I get more than one reed?
No, it is sold individually. One synthetic reed is meant to replace many cane reeds rather than sit in a rotation.
04Do I need to soak it first?
No. Mount it and play. It does not absorb water, so response does not change as it dries out or gets wetter.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Carbon Fiber Interwoven with Synthetic Hollow Fiber
1 detailsOther
- Quantity
- Sold Individually
