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D'Addario Frederick L. Hemke Soprano Saxophone Reeds, Strength 2.0, 5 Pack

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Size: Strength 2.0


Features

  • The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 2.0 feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance.

    Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces.

    Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

  • Shorter vamp for a darker tone
  • Strength 2.0, Filed cut, box of 5 reeds
  • Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation
  • Filed to increase depth in harmonics
  • Offered in strengths 2.0 to 4.0

Description

Frederick L. Hemke reeds provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces. French filed for freedom of response, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available in boxes of five. •Professional-quality reed for classical and jazz applications •Shorter vamp for dark tone •Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation •Premium grade cane for consistent response and playability •French filed for flexibility and fast response At its San Fernando Valley facility, Rico has a state-of-the-art reed research center, and employs the collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds that include Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest clarinetists and saxophonists use Rico brand reeds, such as Anthony McGill, Mark Nuccio, Jessica Phillips, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Walter Boeykens, Seiji Yokokawa, Philippe Geiss, Diastema Saxophone Quartet, and many more. For more information, visit RicoReeds The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 2.0 feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance. Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round- chambered mouthpieces. Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more. From the Manufacturer The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 2.0 feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance.Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round- chambered mouthpieces.Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.

Color: silver


Brand: D'Addario


Instrument Key: A


Material: Cane


Style: Modern


Brand Name: D'Addario


Included Components: Mouthpiece


Global Trade Identification Number: 62


UPC: 046716104762


Number of Items: 5


Manufacturer: 0


Unit Count: 5 Count


Item Type Name: Soprano Saxophone Reeds


Model Name: RHKP5SSX200


Model Number: RHKP5SSX200


Manufacturer Part Number: RHKP5SSX200


Set Name: Rico


Warranty Description: D'addario strives to be a customer-centric company dedicated to producing the highest quality musical instrument accessories in the world. If you have purchased a d'addario product that you believe to be defective, we invite you to submit a contact us form, selecting defect/warranty as inquiry type. We are committed to providing a fair resolution and hope that you will want to continue supporting our brands. Please note only products purchased through authorized d'addario resellers qualify for consideration. D'addario reserves the right to determine appropriate support on a case-by-case basis and at our sole discretion.


Color: silver


Style: Modern


Finish Type: Polished


Sound Profile: Warm, Dark, Articulate


Instrument Key: A


Material Type: Cane


Item Weight: 18.14 g


Item Dimensions: 3.06 x 0.87 x 1.36 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Played well right out of the box
Size: Strength 2.0
Played well right out of the box, no need to work the reed
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2022 by Scargo

  • good saxophone product
Size: Strength 2.0
It is a great product, i found it in a good Price so i’m satisfied, its perfect for what i wanted, i know that this product would be as i imagined but its better.
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2013 by Caminante583

  • Five Stars
Size: Strength 2.0
Very good!
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2014 by Walter Zeno

  • Four Stars
Size: Strength 2.0
nice feel breaks in easy
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2014 by Rev

  • Soso
Size: Strength 2.0
Price product not compatible
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2024 by Curioso Gorge

  • They aren't bad
Size: Strength 2.0
I like the Royals better but these aren't overly bad. You save money with the Rico Royals and better response in my opinion
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2016 by DK

  • He me reeds.
Size: Strength 2.0
Good quality reeds
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2014 by Alien 76

  • They all cracked!
Size: Strength 2.0
I don’t know if my box was just a bad box, but literally every single reed cracked within a few hours of playing, if not right out of the box. Very dissatisfied. They sounded great, but the quality of the cane is such that the thin tip is too fragile to be practically useful, apparently.
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2019 by m.e.

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