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Plasticover coating
A thin plastic film over the cane. It blocks moisture, so response stays the same from the first note to the last.
Product detailSKU #1274034480714
RicoPlasticover Baritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 2 Box of 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Five plastic-coated baritone sax reeds in strength 2. For players who want reeds that stay stable through long sessions and outdoor playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Marching and outdoor gigs where humidity swings ruin bare cane
- Players who hate rewetting and breaking in new reeds
- Bari players wanting a brighter, more cutting edge
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Alto or tenor players — these are cut for baritone
- Players chasing a warm, dark concert-band sound
- Anyone who already plays a 3 or harder
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
On the soft side for bari. Easy low-register response and less air needed, at the cost of some volume ceiling.
Detail 03
Box of 5
Five reeds. Because the coating slows waterlogging, a box typically outlasts the same count in uncoated cane.
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Baritone cut
Baritone reeds are much larger than tenor or alto. They will not seat on a smaller mouthpiece.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm you need baritone, not tenor — the two are not interchangeable
- 02The coating gives a brighter edge than plain cane; not everyone wants that
- 03Strength 2 is soft for bari; step to 2.5 if the tone spreads
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between Plasticover and regular cane reeds?
Plasticover reeds have a plastic film sealing the cane. Moisture stays out, so they play consistently longer and need no break-in, with a slightly brighter tone.
02Is strength 2 right for me?
Strength 2 is soft for baritone. It suits students, doublers and anyone on a wide tip opening. Established bari players often prefer 2.5 or 3.
03How long do these last?
Longer than uncoated cane, since the seal slows waterlogging. Life still depends on playing hours, how you dry them and how you store them.
04Can I use these on alto or tenor?
No. Baritone reeds are cut to a larger size. Buy the reed that matches your horn.
