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Strength 1.5
Very soft. Notes speak with minimal air pressure, which helps a new player, but tone gets bright and thin.
Product detailSKU #1274034480645
Mitchell LurieBb Clarinet Reeds Strength 1.5 Box of 10
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Box of ten strength 1.5 Bb clarinet reeds. Soft cut aimed at beginners in their first months on the instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First-year students still developing embouchure strength
- Younger players who tire quickly on harder reeds
- Classroom sets where reeds get chipped and replaced often
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past the beginner stage — tone thins out at 1.5
- Anyone wanting projection or a full upper register
- Bass, alto or Eb clarinet; these are Bb 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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Bb clarinet cut
Sized for the standard soprano Bb clarinet mouthpiece. Will not fit bass or Eb instruments.
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Box of 10
A term's worth for most beginners. Rotating reeds prevents any one from warping from constant use.
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Cane construction
Natural material, so strength varies slightly between reeds even in the same box.
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Filed cut
The Mitchell Lurie cut responds quickly and evenly, which suits players who cannot yet control air pressure.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only. Mouthpiece, ligature and cap not included.
- 02Most students move up to 2 or 2.5 within a few months
- 03Soak briefly before playing and store flat so they do not warp
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 1.5 too soft?
For a true beginner, no — it makes the instrument speak with less effort. Most players outgrow it within a few months and move to 2 or 2.5.
02Do these fit a bass clarinet?
No. These are Bb soprano clarinet reeds. Bass clarinet uses a larger reed.
03How many come in a box?
Ten.
04Why do some reeds in the box play better than others?
Cane is a natural material and density varies piece to piece. Sorting through a box and keeping the best three or four in rotation is normal practice.
