Detail 01
Medium soft strength
Low resistance. Notes speak easily and quietly, but the tip gives out if you push hard volume.
Product detailSKU #1274319721717
Harry HartmannNatural Classic Fiberreed Alto Saxophone Reed Medium Soft
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single medium-soft Fiberreed for alto sax. For players tired of sorting through cane boxes who want one reed that plays the same every day.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Alto players who want consistent response day to day
- Gigging outdoors where humidity swings ruin cane
- Doublers who pick up alto after weeks of rest
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players committed to the feel and flex of cane
- Anyone needing medium or harder resistance for volume
- Shoppers wanting several reeds for the money
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
Alto saxophone cut
Sized for alto mouthpiece tables only. It will not seat correctly on tenor, soprano or bari.
Detail 03
Fiberreed construction
Fiber rather than cane, so it does not waterlog or dry out between sessions.
Detail 04
$38.95 per reed
Priced like a box of cane. It only pays off if it outlasts several cane reeds.
Detail 05
Natural finish
Cosmetic only. Looks close to cane on the mouthpiece, which matters in some ensembles.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece and ligature are not included — this is the reed alone
- 02Fiber strengths do not map exactly to cane numbers; expect an adjustment period
- 03Check your ligature closes far enough on a fiber reed's thickness
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to soak it before playing?
No. Fiber reeds do not absorb water the way cane does, so you can mount it and play straight away.
02Will this fit my tenor sax?
No. This is cut for alto. Tenor needs a tenor-cut reed; the vamp and table dimensions are different.
03How does medium soft compare to a cane 2 or 2.5?
It sits in that general area, but fiber resistance feels different. Try it against your usual strength before buying more.
04How long will one last?
Depends on hours played. There is no soggy-then-dead cycle like cane — you replace it when the tip chips or response dulls.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
