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Strength 3.5
Firmer cane. More resistance, more air required, but steadier tone at volume and less prone to closing up.
Product detailSKU #1274034480605
Rico RoyalTenor Saxophone Reeds, Box of 10 Strength 3.5
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Box of 10 tenor sax reeds in strength 3.5, a firm cut for players with a developed embouchure. Consumable stock, not a starting point.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tenor players already comfortable on 3 who want more resistance
- Stocking up so a split reed doesn't kill a rehearsal
- Louder sections where a firmer reed holds pitch under pressure
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners — 3.5 takes more air and jaw strength than most have
- Alto, bari or clarinet players; the cut is tenor-only
- Anyone unsure of their strength — buy singles or a mixed pack first
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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Box of 10
Enough to sort through and find three or four that play well; the rest become backups.
Detail 03
Tenor saxophone cut
Sized to a tenor mouthpiece table. Won't seat correctly on alto, bari or clarinet.
Detail 04
Royal filed cut
The file cut across the vamp makes response quicker and the sound brighter than an unfiled reed of the same strength.
Detail 05
Cane construction
Natural material, so each reed in the box plays slightly differently. Expect variation and rotate through several.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mouthpiece, ligature or reed case included — reeds only
- 02Reed strength interacts with your mouthpiece; an open tip makes 3.5 feel harder
- 03Wet each reed before playing and rotate them so they last
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What strength should I be on for tenor?
Most players start around 2 or 2.5 and move up as the embouchure builds. 3.5 is an intermediate-to-advanced strength — pick it only if 3 already feels loose.
02Will these fit my alto sax?
No. These are cut for tenor. An alto mouthpiece needs alto reeds; a tenor reed will overhang the table and won't seal.
03How long does one reed last?
Depends on playing hours and care. Rotating between several reeds and drying them after playing extends life considerably compared to using one until it dies.
04How many out of ten will actually be good?
Cane varies. Expect a handful of strong players, several usable, and one or two duds. That variation is normal for any cane reed box.
