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Strength 4
Firm. Takes more air and a settled embouchure, and gives more back at volume than a softer reed.
Product detailSKU #1274228081428
VandorenAlto Sax V16 Reeds Strength 4 Box of 10
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ten alto saxophone reeds from Vandoren's V16 line in strength 4. A bulk restock for players who already know this cut and strength suits them.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who have already settled on V16 alto reeds
- Buying in quantity to keep several reeds in rotation
- Daily players who go through reeds fast
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone trying V16 for the first time — ten is a lot to commit
- Newer players; strength 4 is firm for a developing embouchure
- Tenor, soprano, or baritone players — these are alto 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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V16 cut
A specific Vandoren cut. Strength numbers are calibrated per line, so a 4 here may not feel like a 4 in another line.
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Box of 10
Double the usual five-pack. Enough to keep a working rotation of several reeds going at once.
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$39 for ten
Just under $4 per reed, cheaper per reed than most five-packs.
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Alto sizing
Cut for an alto mouthpiece. Won't seal properly on any other size of saxophone.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature, or case included
- 02Try a single reed of this cut and strength before buying ten
- 03Store the box flat and dry; cane warps in humid or hot conditions
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is V16 different from Vandoren's other alto reeds?
V16 is a distinct cut within Vandoren's range. Strengths are calibrated per line, so a 4 in V16 will not feel identical to a 4 elsewhere.
02Should I get strength 4 or something softer?
Strength 4 is on the firm side. If you are still building embouchure strength or currently play 2.5 to 3, step up gradually instead.
03How many reeds do I get?
Ten.
04Do these work on a tenor sax?
No. Alto reeds are cut to alto mouthpiece dimensions and will not seal on a tenor.
