Detail 01
Strength 2
Soft to medium. Low blowing resistance, easy tone production, but limited support at loud dynamics.
Product detailSKU #1274034480272
RicoPlasticover Bb Clarinet Reeds Strength 2 Box of 5
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Box of 5 plastic-coated Bb clarinet reeds in strength 2, a soft-to-medium cut for newer players and demanding playing conditions.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Student clarinetists past the very first weeks of playing
- Marching band and outdoor playing where cane dries out or swells
- Players who practice irregularly and want reeds that survive gaps
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical players wanting the darker tone of uncoated cane
- Advanced players needing firmer resistance for altissimo control
- Bass clarinet 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.
Detail 02
Plasticover coating
Sealed surface resists saliva and humidity, so response stays steady over weeks instead of days.
Detail 03
Bb clarinet cut
Fits standard soprano Bb clarinet mouthpieces; will not work on bass, alto or Eb clarinets.
Detail 04
Box of 5
Enough for a rotation of two or three plus spares in a case pocket.
Detail 05
Coated cane
Brighter and more projecting than bare cane, which helps outdoors and can sound edgy in a small room.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No reed guard or holder in the box
- 02Rotate between two or three reeds rather than playing one until it dies
- 03Move up to 2.5 when the sound thins out on loud passages
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a bass clarinet?
No. These are cut for Bb soprano clarinet. Bass clarinet takes a larger reed.
02Is strength 2 right for a beginner?
It works well for students who have a few weeks of playing behind them. Complete first-timers often start at 1.5 and move up.
03Why choose coated over regular cane?
The coating shields the reed from moisture, so it lasts longer and plays more consistently — useful outdoors or when practice is irregular.
04How many reeds come in the box?
Five.
