Detail 01
Synthetic material
Plays instantly, dry or wet. No soaking, no break-in period, and it will not warp or grow mold.
Product detailSKU #1274228067074
Legere ReedsAlto Saxophone Reed Strength 2
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single synthetic alto sax reed in strength 2. For players who want a reed that plays the same every day without soaking or breaking in.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students who keep splitting or warping cane reeds
- Doubling gigs where there is no time to wet a reed
- Outdoor or marching use where humidity swings wreck cane
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want the exact texture and give of cane
- Anyone needing a firmer reed than a 2
- Buyers comparing per-reed price against a cane 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.
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Strength 2
Soft. Low resistance and easy response, which suits developing embouchures and more open mouthpiece facings.
Detail 03
Filed cut
Extra material removed at the shoulder, so it speaks quicker with a slightly brighter, more responsive attack.
Detail 04
Quantity of one
You buy a single reed, not a box. It is meant to replace several cane reeds over its life.
Detail 05
Alto saxophone cut
Sized for alto only. It will not seat properly on a tenor or clarinet mouthpiece table.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature not included. Your current one should hold it fine
- 02Strength numbering does not match cane brand for brand; try adjacent strengths
- 03Wipe it dry and store in the case; do not sand or scrape it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need to soak it first?
No. Put it on and play. Synthetic reeds do not absorb water, which is why they respond the same on the first note as the last.
02How long does one last?
Far longer than a cane reed, though it varies with how hard you play and bite. Replace it when response goes dull or the tip chips.
03Is strength 2 too soft for me?
If you play a close mouthpiece and have a developed embouchure, a 2 may feel thin. It suits students and more open tip openings.
04Can I use it on clarinet?
No. This is cut for alto saxophone. Clarinet needs a clarinet reed.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Synthetic
2 detailsOther
- Cut
- Filed
- Quantity
- 1
