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Plasticover coating
Cane sealed in a thin plastic film. Resists moisture and warping, so response stays steady across weather and long breaks.
Product detailSKU #1274034480744
RicoPlasticover Baritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 1.5 Box of 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Five plastic-coated baritone sax reeds, strength 1.5. For players who want consistent response and reeds that survive irregular playing schedules.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching band and outdoor gigs where humidity swings
- Players who leave the horn alone for days at a time
- Bari doublers who want a reed ready immediately
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical players wanting a warm, dark blend
- Advanced bari players needing more resistance
- Anyone chasing the nuance of bare cane
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 1.5
Soft for baritone. Easy to blow on a big mouthpiece, but the low register can spread if you push hard.
Detail 03
Baritone size
Large reed cut for bari mouthpieces only. Will not work on tenor, alto, or bass clarinet.
Detail 04
Box of 5
Fewer per box than uncoated cane, but each lasts longer because the coating slows waterlogging.
Detail 05
Brighter tone character
The coating adds edge and projection. Cuts through a loud band, less blend in a concert setting.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — ligature, mouthpiece and cap not included
- 02Wet briefly; the coating means they need less soaking than bare cane
- 03Coating can feel slick under the ligature — check for slipping
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do Plasticover reeds last longer?
Generally yes. The coating keeps moisture out of the cane, so they resist warping and waterlogging. They still wear at the tip and eventually go dead.
02Is 1.5 too soft for baritone sax?
It is a beginner strength on bari. Easy to get a sound, but volume and low-end control are limited. Many bari players sit at 2.5 or 3.
03Can I use these on a bass clarinet?
No. Bari sax and bass clarinet reeds have different dimensions and cuts. Buy the reed made for the instrument.
04Why only 5 reeds instead of 10?
Plasticover reeds are sold in fives across strengths. The per-reed cost is higher than plain cane, partly offset by longer usable life.
