Topmusicanswers
- Are plastic reeds better than wood?
- Are plastic clarinet reeds any good?
- Are plastic reeds better?
- What is the best reed strength for clarinet?
Are plastic reeds better than wood?
Durability. At the end of the day, synthetic reeds are more durable than cane. Some musicians even make the switch from cane to synthetic reeds because they're tired of dealing with the “fragile” nature of cane.
Are plastic clarinet reeds any good?
Plastic reeds are less resistant and allow you to produce a much louder and clearer sound that can be heard off the field better. Plastic reeds also don't adjust to temperature or humidity changes, therefore they are perfect for playing outdoors.
Are plastic reeds better?
Plastic reeds are excellent in that they can produce a sound which rivals that of good cane reeds while being more consistent and playing right out of the box. However, even the best plastic reeds will be surpassed by the best cane reeds in both quality of sound and responsiveness.
What is the best reed strength for clarinet?
The best reed for beginner clarinet is a size 2 or 2.5 reed. Most beginners start with Rico, Rico Royal, or Vandoren Brand Clarinet Reeds. Your teacher will most likely recommend one of these brands to start with. The size number indicates the thickness of the reed.
