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Strength 2
Soft end of the range. Blows easily and speaks fast, at the cost of stability when you push volume.
Product detailSKU #1274034480332
Rico RoyalBass Clarinet Reeds, Box of 10 Strength 2
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Strength 2 bass clarinet reeds, ten per box. Filed cut, on the softer side — aimed at students and doublers who need easy response.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students starting bass clarinet after playing soprano clarinet
- Doublers who want low resistance switching between horns
- Concert band players restocking a full section
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Experienced players wanting resistance for altissimo control
- Bb soprano clarinet — these are cut for bass only
- Anyone chasing a dark, heavy classical tone at volume
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
Bass clarinet cut
Much larger than a soprano clarinet reed. Sized for the bass mouthpiece and nothing else.
Detail 03
Royal filed cut
Thin strip cut behind the tip. Response is quicker and the sound reads brighter than an unfiled reed.
Detail 04
Box of 10
Enough to rotate four or five in regular use. Rotation matters more on large reeds, which take longer to dry.
Detail 05
Cane construction
Absorbs moisture and changes over a session. Warping is normal and permanent once it sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature, cap or reed guard included
- 02Strength 2 may go soft and buzzy if your mouthpiece has a wide tip
- 03Bass clarinet reeds do not fit soprano clarinet; check before ordering
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is strength 2 too soft for a high schooler?
It can be. Many players move to 2.5 or 3 once their embouchure develops. A 2 is a reasonable starting point if you are new to bass clarinet.
02Can I use these on a Bb clarinet?
No. Bass clarinet reeds are considerably larger. They will not seat on a soprano clarinet mouthpiece.
03What is the difference between Rico Royal and standard Rico?
Royal uses a filed cut, with a strip of bark removed behind the tip. That generally gives faster response compared with the unfiled standard cut.
04How many reeds should I keep in rotation?
Four or five is common. Playing a different reed each day lets each one dry fully, which slows warping and extends the useful life of the box.
