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Strength 4
Hard. Takes the most air and embouchure strength of the common grades, and gives the most resistance back.
Product detailSKU #1274228080881
VandorenZZ Baritone Saxophone Reeds Strength 4, Box of 5
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Baritone sax reeds in a hard strength 4, five per box. For experienced bari players with strong air who want maximum resistance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Experienced baritone players with well-developed embouchure and air support
- Close-tip baritone mouthpieces that pair with harder reeds
- Players who find softer reeds close up under heavy air
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners or doublers who play bari only occasionally
- Tenor, alto or soprano players — baritone cut only
- Anyone on an open mouthpiece; 4 will feel very stiff
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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Baritone saxophone cut
The largest common sax reed. It won't seat on tenor, alto or soprano mouthpieces.
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ZZ cut
A distinct Vandoren cut. Its strength scale runs on its own, so 4 here doesn't transfer to other lines.
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Box of 5
Bari reeds are expensive to burn through; five lets you rotate and get a longer life from each.
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Cane reed
Natural cane varies reed to reed, so expect some in every box to play better than others.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01About $11 per reed — noticeably pricier than tenor or alto reeds
- 02Mouthpiece and ligature not included; reeds only
- 03If you're stepping up from 3.5, buy one box before committing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is strength 4 too hard for me?
If you can't hold low notes or you run out of air quickly on your current reed, 4 will be a fight. It suits players already comfortable at 3.5.
02Will these work on a tenor sax?
No. Baritone reeds are larger than tenor and won't seal on a tenor mouthpiece. Buy tenor reeds for a tenor.
03How many come in a box?
Five.
04Why do baritone reeds cost more?
They're much larger, so each reed uses more cane. Rotating between all five in the box rather than playing one constantly spreads the cost out.
