Detail 01
Strength 2
Light. Bari already takes plenty of air; this makes the low notes speak with less effort while you build up.
Product detailSKU #1274034480754
Rico RoyalBaritone Saxophone Reeds, Box of 10 Strength 2
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Baritone sax reeds in a light strength 2, ten per box. Aimed at players new to bari or moving down from a smaller horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students switching to bari from alto or tenor
- Building low-register control without fighting air demands
- School programs that burn through reeds each semester
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Experienced bari players wanting fuller low-end projection
- Loud sections in big-band settings — 2 tops out early
- Open-tip mouthpieces, where strength 2 goes uncontrolled
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
Double cut
Filed cut removes bark below the vamp, giving quicker response and a cleaner attack than an unfiled reed.
Detail 03
Cane
Natural material, so it absorbs moisture and needs drying between sessions. Reed-to-reed consistency varies.
Detail 04
Box of 10
Rotation stock. Playing a different reed each day roughly doubles how long the box lasts.
Detail 05
Baritone sizing
Much larger than tenor or alto reeds. Sized for bari mouthpieces only, no crossover.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature, case or reed guard
- 02Soak briefly and break in gradually; bari reeds warp easily if rushed
- 03Most players outgrow strength 2 within a year and move to 2.5 or 3
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is strength 2 too soft for baritone sax?
For a beginner, no — it makes the low register speak with less air. Players with a developed embouchure usually want 2.5 or higher.
02What does the double, or filed, cut do?
A strip of bark is removed below the vamp. The reed vibrates more freely at the base, giving faster response and a brighter attack.
03How should I store these?
Dry each reed after playing and keep it flat in a reed guard or case. Left in the box wet, cane warps and the tip ripples.
04Will these work on any bari mouthpiece?
They fit standard baritone saxophone mouthpieces. Very open tip openings pair better with a softer or harder reed depending on your setup.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Cane
2 detailsOther
- Cut
- Double
- Quantity
- 10
