We hereby present the debate and offer you, our fellow reed players, a chance to help settle this eternal question of choice by casting your vote below!
The truth being I don't need to say much at all unlike my esteemed colleague.
Vandoren reeds don't speak they sing for themselves. For reliability and mellifluous tonal response look no further than Vandoren.
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Steeped in tradition, the Vandoren company is firmly a French musical institution. Still in family control the Vandoren company offers various styles of reed cut and response. The cane goes through many processes lasting upto 4 years before it is ready for the final finishing.
At this point the traditional methods of the Van Doren family also embrace new technology to ensure this great name lives on and continues to provide musicians from all over the world the highest quality reeds for the job.
Well, what can I say? In my mind it's so simple, Rico reeds are just the best thing for the job, every time!
The Jazz Select reeds are so clean, pure and big sounding it really is effortless and if you need a fat, clean and funky Bari sound then
Orange box Rico are the way forward. High percentage consistency coupled with excellent durability add up to the best reeds money can buy.
Established in France by Joseph Rico in 1928 the Rico Co. now has a super high-tech facility in San Fernando Valley, USA. Years of experience coupled with major advances in the research and development of Reed technology now mean Rico reeds produce the highest quality tone and performance every time. 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.
