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Strength 1.5
Very soft. Low air resistance so a beginner can get sound out quickly, at the cost of body and control at volume.
Product detailSKU #1327552780897
VandorenAlto Sax Traditional Reed Box of 50 1.5 Box of 50
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Bulk box of 50 traditional-cut alto sax reeds in 1.5 strength. Beginner-soft — sized for school programs and first-year players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- School band programs outfitting first-year alto players
- Students building embouchure before moving to 2 or 2.5
- Teachers keeping soft reeds available for new students
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Experienced players — 1.5 will feel thin and bright
- Anyone wanting projection for jazz or loud sections
- Tenor or bari sax players — alto cut 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.
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Traditional cut
Thin tip over a thicker heart. Responds easily on the attack, which is what makes soft strengths workable for new players.
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Box of 50
Enough for a full beginner section or a teaching studio. Per-reed cost is far below small-pack pricing.
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Alto sax specific
Dimensions match alto mouthpieces only. Tenor and bari take larger reeds and will not seal correctly.
Detail 05
Cane reed
Natural cane, so playability varies between reeds. Some in the box will feel closer to 2, others softer still.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature, or case in the box
- 02Most students outgrow 1.5 within a year and move up
- 03Soft reeds warp faster; rotate several and let them dry flat
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 1.5 the right starting strength?
It is a common first strength for alto. If the tone sounds thin or squeaks at volume, move up to 2 once the embouchure is stronger.
02Will these fit a tenor sax?
No. These are cut for alto saxophone. Tenor requires a larger reed.
03Why buy 50 at once?
Cost per reed drops significantly, and beginners go through reeds quickly through chipping and warping.
04Do soft reeds squeak more?
They can at higher volume or in the upper register, since there is less material resisting the air.
