Detail 01
Strength 1.5
Soft and low-resistance. Easier to produce a first tone, but thinner sound and less control in the upper register.
Product detailSKU #1327552780912
VandorenBb Clarinet Traditional Reed Box of 50 1.5 Box of 50
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Bulk box of 50 traditional-cut Bb clarinet reeds in 1.5 strength. Soft — aimed at first-year students and school programs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginning clarinet students in their first months
- School programs stocking reeds for a new section
- Young players who tire quickly on stiffer reeds
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Intermediate and advanced players wanting fuller tone
- Anyone already comfortable at 2.5 or above
- Bass or Eb clarinet players — Bb soprano 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.
Detail 02
Traditional cut
Thin tip, thicker heart. Easy attack response, which is why soft strengths in this cut suit new players.
Detail 03
Box of 50
Section-sized quantity. Cheaper per reed than 10-packs, and reduces the number of reorders during a school year.
Detail 04
Bb clarinet specific
Sized for Bb soprano clarinet mouthpieces. Does not fit alto, bass, or Eb clarinet.
Detail 05
Cane reed
Natural material with variation between reeds. Some will play stiffer than others despite the same printed strength.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds only — no mouthpiece, ligature, or reed guard included
- 02Students typically move up to 2 or 2.5 within a year
- 03Soak briefly before playing and dry flat to limit warping
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Should a beginner start at 1.5 or 2?
1.5 is easier to get sound from at the very start. Many students move to 2 or 2.5 within a few months as the embouchure develops.
02Do these fit any Bb clarinet mouthpiece?
They fit standard Bb soprano clarinet mouthpieces. Very wide or custom facings may prefer a different reed size.
03How many reeds should a student have going at once?
Three or four in rotation. Playing one reed exclusively wears it out much faster.
04Is a box of 50 too many for one student?
For one casual player, yes. It makes sense for a school, studio, or a daily player who breaks reeds often.
