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Strength 3.5
Firm. Takes more air and a settled embouchure, but gives a fuller tone and steadier response across the break.
Product detailSKU #1274034480777
Mitchell LurieBb Clarinet Reeds Strength 3.5 Box of 10
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Box of ten strength 3.5 Bb clarinet reeds. For intermediate and advanced players who have settled on a firm reed and want a full box.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students moving up to a firmer reed for band or juries
- Players restocking a known 3.5 setup at lower cost per reed
- Anyone rotating several reeds across a week of playing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-year players — start softer and build up
- Bass or Eb clarinet players; this is Bb sized
- Players on very open mouthpieces that want less resistance
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 standard soprano Bb clarinet. Not interchangeable with bass, Eb or alto sax reeds.
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Box of 10
Enough to rotate properly. Playing a different reed each day rather than one repeatedly makes the whole box last longer.
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Cane construction
Natural material, so consistency varies within a box. Sort them by feel and keep the best few for performances.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Strength numbers differ between brands — a 3.5 here won't necessarily match your last box
- 02No reed case included; a case keeps them flat and dry
- 03Break in new reeds gradually over a few sessions rather than gigging them cold
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on a bass clarinet?
No. Bass clarinet reeds are considerably larger. These are cut for the Bb soprano clarinet mouthpiece.
02Should I move from 3 to 3.5?
Move up when a 3 feels loose or the tone thins out under pressure. If you're straining to fill the horn, stay where you are.
03Why do reeds in the same box play differently?
Cane is a natural material with varying density and grain. Even within one strength, some blanks are stiffer or more responsive than others.
04How should I store them?
Flat, in a reed case, after wiping them dry. Leaving a reed on the mouthpiece or loose in the case leads to warping and mold.
