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Clarinet Reeds

Organic Reserve Bass Clarinet Reeds

Name: Organic Reserve Bass Clarinet Reeds
Brand: Woodwinds
SKU: ODER0520
Price: 31.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Strength 3.0, Individually-Sealed, 5-Pack

$31.99

2.0

2.5

3.0

3.0+

3.5

3.5+

4.0

4.5

Code Value: 550 Points Code Value: Not Applicable

Product Details

SKU: ODER0530

Crafted with a longer vamp for flexibility of color and volume, Organic Reserve Bass Clarinet reeds give you more depth of tone. These reeds contain squared tip corners for ease of response, plus a thicker tip for added support. Each reed in the pack comes single-sealed in a recyclable paper reed holder and flow wrap.

Ideal For: Classical, Chamber, Wind Band

Product Specs

Product Features

D'Addario has pioneered the first practical and precise system to digitally measure and cut the incredibly complex geometrical patterns necessary to re-invent single reeds. Reserve reeds are cut to the tightest tolerances, offering the most consistent performance.
Ideal for the advancing student and professional looking for a clear, even sound
The Organic Reserve line also includes options for Eb and Bb clarinet
Available in half strengths, from 2.0 to 4.5, with special 3.0+ and 3.5+ strengths
All D’Addario reeds are designed and manufactured in the USA from naturally-grown cane

Reed Strength Comparison

Clarinet Reed Strength Comparison Chart

Clarinet Survival Guide

What should I use to wet my reed?
It is best to use water to wet your reed. Be mindful to not leave it submerged in water for more than two minutes.

Can I store my reeds in the plastic reed holders that they came in?
Plastic reed holders protect the reeds before the box is opened by the purchaser, but they are designed to be used only for initial transport from factory to customer. It is always best to move the reeds to an air-tight reed storage system to protect the life of the reeds.

How should I break in my reeds?
D'Addario reeds are made of natural cane (Arundo Donax), so they need special attention during the first 3-5 days of use to allow the cane to adjust to the wetting and drying that occurs during normal playing. To break in your reeds, carefully follow the steps provided below.
1. Stabilizing a reed’s humidity is very important. First, place a new box of reeds into a humidity storage case, like D'Addario's Reed Vitalizer, before playing them.
2. The next day, soak the reed in water for 30 seconds. Gently wipe off excess water on the vamp, table, and heel of the reed. Reeds can be played to begin the break-in process, but do not play more than five minutes per reed.
3. Wipe reeds clean of excess moisture and store in your airtight reed storage system along with a Reed Vitalizer Single Refill Pack. Reeds can be played a little longer each day after this step.
4. This break-in process has added benefits and can be incorporated into a normal warm up routine by players and ensembles of all levels.

What is the difference between traditional reed blanks and thick reed blanks?
Blank thickness relates to the thickness of the cane wall that a reed blank is cut from. A thicker blank reed will contain more cane wall material--you can physically see this at the heel of the reed. You may also be able to hear a tonal difference and physically feel a difference between various blank thicknesses.

The New Natural.

Introducing a new era in reeds. With a commitment to the player and the planet, our Organic reeds offer unmatched playability without chemicals, pesticides, or synthetic fertilizers. From field to machining, they meet USDA organic certification standards, reflecting their French-inspired roots. These reeds come with brand-new paper holders, reducing plastic waste significantly and eliminating 70,000 pounds of plastic waste each year. Reserve and Select Jazz lines are just the first step in our journey, with plans to make all of our all-cane reed products 100% Certified Organic by 2026.

Andrew Marriner

"Reserve reeds are beautifully made. These reeds give great flexibility of sound and articulation."

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Erin Svoboda-Scott

"I use D'Addario reeds because I like their consistency, both from the cane and the cut. I like knowing what I'm going to get."

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Breathe Easy, Chemical-Free

100% Organic Growing

Using the cane itself as a fertiliser and an innovative hot-water fumigation process, our reeds are completely free of added chemicals at every step of manufacturing.

Breathe Easy, Chemical-Free

100% Organic Growing

Using the cane itself as a fertiliser and an innovative hot-water fumigation process, our reeds are completely free of added chemicals at every step of manufacturing.

Kiss 70,000 Pounds Of Plastic Goodbye

New Paper Reed Holders

Our innovative paper reed holder boldly goes against industry trend, eliminating 70,000 pounds of plastic waste. It’s a simple way to simply do better.

Kiss 70,000 Pounds Of Plastic Goodbye

New Paper Reed Holders

Our innovative paper reed holder boldly goes against industry trend, eliminating 70,000 pounds of plastic waste. It’s a simple way to simply do better.