Detail 01
Synthetic material
No soaking, no warping, no dead reeds after a week. It plays the same on first note as on the hundredth.
Product detailSKU #1274228066989
Legere ReedsTenor Saxophone Reed Strength 3.5
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single synthetic tenor saxophone reed in strength 3.5. For tenor players who want a reed that plays the same every day.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging tenor players tired of breaking in and rotating cane reeds
- Doublers who pick the horn up cold and need it to speak immediately
- Outdoor or humid playing where cane swells and shifts
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who prefer the response and shading of good cane
- Anyone unsure of their strength — 3.5 is firm and takes embouchure
- Alto, soprano or bari players; this is cut for tenor only
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 3.5
On the firm side. Pairs with a medium or close tip opening; on a wide tip it will feel stiff.
Detail 03
Filed cut
A straight cut across the vamp, which typically gives a quicker response and a brighter edge than an unfiled reed.
Detail 04
Quantity 1
One reed, not a box. Cost per reed is high but it replaces a rotation of several cane reeds.
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Tenor saxophone
Reed dimensions are instrument specific. A tenor reed overhangs an alto mouthpiece and will not seal.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One reed only — no box, no case, no ligature included
- 02Synthetic strengths do not map exactly to cane; you may want a half step either way
- 03Wipe it dry after playing; do not sand or clip it like cane
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. Synthetic reeds are ready straight out of the package. Put it on the mouthpiece and play.
02How many reeds do I get?
One. This is a single reed, not a box of ten.
03Is 3.5 the same as a 3.5 cane reed?
Not exactly. Strength numbering differs between synthetic and cane, so try a half step softer if it feels stiff.
04Will it fit my alto?
No. This is cut to tenor dimensions and will be too large for an alto mouthpiece.
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
