HAVE A GANDER! - Traditional Reeds VS Legere Reeds Comparison - Tenor Saxophone

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[@jeffrey1714]

Was I supposed to get a legere reed ad before watching this video? XD

[@musicbypedro]

lol, I think its because of the title I guess :)

[@_Looft]

EnderMCx I got one too XD

[@alondra6800]

EnderMCx i also got it

[@mindhorizon]

I'm guessing the manufacturer signed up to have their ad placed with videos featuring their reed. KZbin determines if it actually gets placed, depending on the number of placements the manufacturer wants.

[@carlosalbertodemoura2117]

EnderMCx palheta com SOM de Teclado

[@gabe6495]

I tried synthetics and I never went back to cane reeds

[@musicbypedro]

Haha. :)

[@trueblueyou6114]

I will never play a cane reed again- You have to get used to these synthetic reeds- But it's all I use now on everything - I haven't played a cane reed for over three years - I play here in Las Vegas and my buddies can't tell the difference and neither can the recording studio - the nice thing is the reeds are easy to clean they don't stink and they stay true to shape

[@fernie51296]

Synthetic is much better. The tone is really clear. Most audience members don't have an opinion on dark vs. bright tone but they can definitely hear when a sound is fuzzy or not.

[@katrinarose2210]

Personally like cane/wood reeds better. i think the synthetic reed gives me a sound that doesnt sound like a sax. however, we are all different and have different preferences.

[@musicbypedro]

Very true, also keep in mind that there is a certain adjustment as far as strength so you should check the conversion chart so you don't get something too soft and make you think its "different" than the sax.

[@joehuang4325]

Most tenor sounds are a little fuzzy, and tbh the synthetic sounds empty to my ears comparing to the cane ones..

[@ezrecordz]

I play in middle school band, and some bitch decided to steal my legere synthetic reed😡

[@ndouglas2685]

@@ezrecordz same never found the reed either

[@tagerzgaming2]

Uh I play a trumpet I don't know why I'm here

[@robertramos645]

Tagerz Gaming 🤣

[@ronniewoodsbellmontsounds7045]

Tagerz Gaming That's why you're a trumpet player, and I'm not.lol

[@AlexLopez-sj3eg]

Tagerz Gaming, please

[@abedinsubashi]

Just start playing the sax. Or any woodwind instrument in general

[@ezrecordz]

Lol wth😂😂

[@calvinnotklein6368]

legere reed commercial before a legere reed video

[@musicbypedro]

lol

[@dominick8558]

This just opened up a whole new world and ballgame between reeds.

[@musicbypedro]

Agreed!

[@jimmyb1133]

I like the sound of the cane reed vs the synthetic reed. The cane reed sounds brighter, the synthetic stuffy.

[@pir869]

I play guitar,and having to set it up each time i play would be a huge turn off,similarly i have an alto sax,but i have not touched it for about two years,i was learning it and the reed care just hacked me off,i have the vandoren blue reeds ,2 i think,to not have to mess around wetting a reed and all that stuff would be so much better,after which it comes down to are they harder to blow,as a total beginner the cane reeds were bad enough and knowing the cane reeds need to be broken in to sound good just added to the frustration,as long as the sax can sound the proper notes without squealing,the tone of the reed means nothing at this point. Think i'll get a synthetic reed and start practicing again.

[@NeverWolf]

The softer synthetic reeds are pretty easy to make sound with. Even on soprano sax, it's not that different from a broken in reed. They soften up a bit with use, and then after like 2 month's worth of playing, they suddenly die. So get a reed about every month and half or so or just always keep a back up. If you put them in nearly boiling water and then put a book on them so the flat side doesn't bow up when they cool, you can bring them back to life for a bit.

[@danielgiraldo5478]

I've been using the same traditional reed for 9 months and i still sound great with it.

[@CristuelCasto]

I used the same Rico reed for about five months. The look on my teacher's face when I told him this was priceless. I wonder how much it'll take me to go through an entire box of ten 1 1/2 Vandoren reeds I am about to order, and five Hemke reeds I just added to my online cart. Holy shit if the Vandoren reed I am still using lasted me for about 5 months or perhaps even more (I think I got it in october), then how much is an entire box of these things is gonna last??? 4 years??? Then who's gonna need Légère, honestly. And I still have the Rico reed, which is still in acceptable conditions. I mean, after a warm-up it produces acceptable results somebody in the audience might not even pay much attention to and think it sounds great. Though I should say that I have already ordered a Légère reed, only I don't know when it will be delivered to me.

[@Ethan-vp8tr]

dude get a new reed

[@lilliampumpernickle4655]

Sgt. Dale it probably smells like shit

[@ashtonknecht2277]

I think there is a time and place for both but I feel like the cane reed has a beautiful dark sound but I also like the convenience and the cost effectiveness of the synthetics- a random bass clarinet player

[@SuperNoob183828]

What I like about the Legere/Other Synthetic reeds is its way more durable. I mainly play baritone sax and one time I accidentally hit the mouthpiece and Legere reed on my forehead and it didn't show any damage and played fine. But when I played Vandoren Blue, I tounge it for 10-20 minutes and the reed starts showing small chips and sometimes tears. Pedro for baritone sax I find 1 Legere reed around 1/2 the price of the Box of 5 Vandoren which expensive and yet the Legere feels like a immortal reed because my cane reeds die very fast.

[@musicbypedro]

+SuperNoob183828 hey buddy. Thanks for the comment. Yeah one huge factor besides better response and consistency is the cost. I've played some reed for a good 5-6 months before having to replace. Where as a can reed will need to be replaced in 2 weeks.

[@i8shrimp2day]

I play very infrequent; and I guess you’d say I’m a few steps above a beginner. My horn sits on a stand, assembled and ready to play...next to my other instruments for weeks on end without being touched. But when I want to play it, I just want to pick up and go. The synth reeds are fabulous for this purpose alone. No wetting, no hassle. No need to visually inspect it before playing. Simply Slip off the mouthpiece cover and GO. They are a little pricey..... but if you take care of them, I think they are fabulous.

[@jordan-janellvdmeer7352]

Im also a van doren cane reed user. I really love the sound. I thinks it sounds better then the synthetic one. Maybe i can give it a shot. And try the synthetic one?

[@jordan-janellvdmeer7352]

sorry for my bad english im dutch.

[@bansengkhoo564]

Indochina?

[@Ethan-vp8tr]

no vandoren is good if you knew what you were talking about you'd agree there are plenty of pros that play on vandoren

[@matthewseebran3030]

@@Ethan-vp8tr I'm on a Java red 3 for bari sax... I made 1st chair regional band and 1st chair district... I'm running out of reeds now lol

[@thiccboi4885]

@@matthewseebran3030 exactly god bless youre not an idiot vandoren makes good stuff

[@gipstetz6720]

Thanks Pedro. Great video. Very helpful.

[@daltom]

IM SO HAPPY, THE MINECRAFTER I USED TO WATCH PLAYS SAX. OMLLLL

[@retiredyoutuber8128]

my section is making fun of me just because i have better reeds now what do i do

[@musicbypedro]

get them all to get them too. And tell them to use the "MUSICBYPEDRO" code to save 15% off the Legere reeds. :)

[@ihH6053]

Music By Pedro 😆

[@cendlezfuryz1782]

That self advertising was smooth af

[@tylermultisax]

Music By Pedro what harness are you using in this synthetic reed video? I cannot find one that looks like what I THINK I’m seeing. Help please...my neck needs some relief. Phillip Little aka TylerMultiSax. Thank you

[@philpreston6406]

I will Never go back to cane reeds. I want a consistent sound - which is exactly, what I get with my legere reeds.

[@vladimirlopez7840]

The reverb was annoying when you were talking. Glad you caught it.

[@BillSheley]

First off your Tenor setup sounds great. What mouth piece is that? As for the reeds... I feel like you had more control over the plastic reed but couldn't get that altisimo at the end. I was wondering if you can grab those altissimo notes easier on the cane. I have been playing Alto for nearly 30 years. I have used pretty much nothing but Java Green the whole time. Looking to experiment.

[@whitecobruh8483]

There is so much echo

[@ianjohnson4987]

Very helpful video - thanks. I have been playing for less than 10 years and as I am now 70 years old, have decided that I don't have enough time left to mess about dealing with the frustrations of cane reeds - hah hah. I played at my daughter's wedding using a cane reed and spent ages fussing over the reed instead of enjoying the pudding. I have tried most types of synthetic reed by now including Fibracell, Plasticover, Hahn and Legere and like them all in different ways. Even so, many people look down on them as somehow being inferior - I am always surprised at how reluctant some people are to try something new. I haven't played Legere since the early days of learning to play and am going to give them another go having seen your videos. Just need to make some choices about strength, cut etc - currently use 2.5 Plasticover and 3 Fibracell on a 6* metal Florida Link tenor. Thought I might start by ordering a 2.5 Studio Cut. Please keep the videos coming - it's so encouraging to hear your common-sense enthusiasm and great playing.

[@musicbypedro]

Hi! Thanks for the nice words. Check out the strength chart and be ready to try at least 2 so you can dial in the perfect strength for your set up. www.legere.com/strength-charts I teach adults of all ages, so I'm happy you've been playing for 10 years!

[@deanhaynes3136]

My teachers hates plastic even though it is the player that most of makes the sound. I think the only difference would be at the very highest level of play but it still would be very different

[@musicbypedro]

Yeah, I've played on canes for years but I made the switch instantly after trying Synthetic.

[@ylegoff]

Great video. Thanks. Quick comment that may not be obvious: The Legere folks service is outstanding. I broke my Legere reed somehow (i.e.., me being plain clumsy is not ruled out...) and they replaced it for free.

[@musicbypedro]

Thats awesome! :)

[@shadowblade444able]

Well i didn't even knew synthetic reeds existed. Ive heard many teachers (I play clarinet) speak about cane/wood reeds like the v21s (vandoren) but never have i heard about synthetic reeds. i found the video quiet interesting :D

[@musicbypedro]

Great!

[@lovepattytrills6925]

I played for my band teacher on a cane and legere reed and both times he he said the legere sounded better ( it was a blind test). I also got first chair and the highest score on my chairing test overall

[@aaronluke3731]

See ya later going to get my synthetic reed🏃🏽

[@musicbypedro]

+Kachow _ oh awesome. Which one?

[@shaneeicher4316]

I have had my plastic reed for 2 years now and it still plays like new!

[@IWario1]

Hey Pedro I'm totally new to sax's instruments , I love instruments but never had a saxophone and I got a sax soprano as a b day gift just a couple weeks ago , it came with a mouthpiece number five and reed size 2 1/2 , I managed to blow all the high notes but I couldn't blow anything lower than low A , people recommended me to start with a lower size reed, I went out and bought a size 1# and it helped so much that I could actually go down from A all the way down to C , but I still can't reach the low B or Bb MY QUESTION: is there anything else I can do ?should I change mouthpiece size ?will a synthetic Reed help me? . People say that I should start with the alto but I really love the soprano, Thanxxx love ur videos Thanx

[@musicbypedro]

Hi. Thanks for your message. You should start on an alto if you've never played saxophone, but if you've got a soprano, then you're just gonna have to work a little harder. As far as the mouthpiece is concerned I don't think there will be anything so wrong that it won't let you play. I do have a soprano sax embouchure video kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2mqqniAm56qf80 that will be able to help you make sure everything is set with your embouchure. Private lessons to get you going are also a good idea. Stick with the 2.5 reed if possible. The #1 i believe is way too soft. Hope that helps.

[@IWario1]

Music By Pedro awesome I put back the #2 and I could play the same low notes now !!! Thanxxx U do any Skype lessons

[@Nikosi9]

Practice long tones... On any horn you decide to play.

[@agustinrios7809]

A WHOLE BOX ON 6-8 WEEKS!! Gee... how many hours a day do you play?

[@musicbypedro]

+Agustín Ríos well a box of 10 usually breaks down like this: 1-2 Bad Reeds (I won't practice on them, let alone perform with them) 4-6 Good reeds (for practice, and maybe last minute at a gig) 1-2 Great reeds (I will practice on them a bit, then leave them for performance reeds) Hope that helps.

[@FluffinQuill]

+Music By Pedro Yeah. I have a sax playing friend who tells me the same thing there will be some bad good and great

[@FluffinQuill]

+mgninja (he's played for about 10 years so i trust him)

[@epicsaxguydave9018]

24 hours a day

[@danadrian2752]

you’re all noobs I’ve played sax for 63 years and I play at least 32 hours a day for the past 97 years.

[@jarynwyrick1999]

I want that sax

[@benderbendingrofriguez3300]

Music by Pedro I was under the impression that the sax is a woodwind instrument, by placing the Légère reed...it become a synthetic instrument. Last ting...why do you have all that sponge on the back?

[@musicbypedro]

The saxophone is considered a woodwind instrument because it uses a reed to create the sound, regardless of what the reed is made from. The sponge on the back is acoustic foam used to damped and treat the room so there's no echo or unnecessary noise when I play my instrument.

[@mindhorizon]

Well, it SOUNDS like plastic.

[@CristuelCasto]

Duh, as if a saxophone was a "natural" thing to begin with, like it grew on a tree or something...What's wrong with a synthetic reed? It's an instrument, a tool, one that either gives you the results you want, or not.

[@hunteralexander9791]

Would synthetic reeds be relevant in a marching scenario? I'm our only bari sax

[@JoseAlvarado-jf3jz]

+Hunter Alexander I personally have not tried synthetic reeds but from what I have read about them, they do not get affected by the weather like cane reeds do. So I would definitely give them a try for marching band.

[@Ara_ann]

In my experience synthetic reeds are amazing for marching band. I played tenor sax and after my first year with traditional reeds I switched and never went back when marching. For me it seemed like I could play louder with more control with the synthetic reed which was important when your trying to play over noisy crowds. Also being in Wisconsin and playing a night time football game halftime show in late fall where it's pretty cold out and your sitting outside in bleachers with your sax for the first half of the game the cane reed struggled due to temperature and humidity.

[@tylermultisax]

What harness are you using in this video? I’ve searched the interweb and haven’t found one that looks like what I THINK I’m seeing over your shoulders. My neck needs some relief. Many thanks.

[@theapplesarecoming5196]

Old video, but I saw a vandoren reed commercial before watching this xD

[@garyreid6165]

I have been curious about the synthetic reeds. I have heard and read that they were expensive. When I used cane reeds, getting them wet was required. My instructor taught me a trick by taking a piece of sand paper and briefly sand down the top and sides of the cane reed. It improved the sound and getting it wet enough to play didn’t take long. I remember buying a box of Vandoren medium reeds and sanded down the whole box. It was different, but it worked.

[@tedtedsen269]

Hai Pedro my favorite reeds are fibracell they have a more focused sound than cane and it also have a Buzz to the sound my setup on bari is Jody Jazz HR 7 and a 2.5 fibracell reed

[@willschmit436]

I like to leave my C Soprano on the stand next to my computer. It can sit overnight or for hours. When I want to play a lick, I pick it up and it is good-to-go. I use plasticoat #3 reeds.

[@christianhenry4173]

Ok so the cane sounds more full and has a more huskier tone while the synthetic is more louder too while synthetic sounds more automatic like it's ready to play and it stops when your embouchure isn't vibrating the Reed. However the cane Reed has a better tone if it's moist. But synthetic Reed's last longer.

[@jontonkin6291]

i changed over to legeres 3 years ago...i got 8 of them and rotate them.....last forever...never go back to stuffy cane again...

[@NeverWolf]

If you find the synthetic reeds make your tone brighter than you'd like, just get a darker sounding mouth piece. I honestly think that a synthetic reed is just better because of what a hassle it is to keep traditional reeds playable. I think beginners should just use plastic reeds as well because it just reduces a lot of frustration and a bit of cost of entry.

[@tedtedsen269]

Hai Pedro there is a special tone of synthetic reeds vs cane i play on fibracell, if the goal or purpose is that synthetic reeds must sound like cane then there is no point they are equal in the tone let synthetic reeds sounds synthetic and cane like cane thats what make the reeds so personaly and different i onley play fibracell 2.5 on tenor baritone soprano and alto sorrey for my bad inglish im Norwegian

[@kaseabernathy3642]

honestly liked the cane reed more. It had a more subltle sound than the synthetic.

[@ketong71]

Cool comparison. The synthetic reed sounded a little darker to my ears. Have you ever tried different synthetic reed brands, like the Forestone Hinoki? I got one for free when Forestone was doing a promotion. Unfortunately, I got a M when I should have asked for a MS. So, I didn't get to appreciate it as much. The sound and tone was good, though. But I did find my current reed (a Vandoren ZZ 2 1/2) much more vibrant and lively. Maybe if I got the Hinoki in MS, I would have gotten a different sound.

[@musicbypedro]

+ketong71 I have tried other reeds but I'm so excited about the Legere and the consistency and tone they're able to deliver.

[@jacquesdeghorain3162]

il n'y a que quelques mois que j'ai essayé ma 1ère anche synthétique et je les ai adoptées définitivement . Je trouve mes sons mieux détachés , mieux centrés , plus précis et je gagne aussi grâce à la + grande vitesse de leur réponse. Si on ajoute à ça leur solidité et leur comportement régulier très sûr par tous les temps , à l'intérieur comme à l'extérieur ainsi que leur insensibilité aux changements de température , pour moi , il n'y a aucun doute : elles sont bien meilleures que les roseaux !!! J'ai choisi la marque "legère" , c'est celle qui me convient le mieux !

[@machu8243]

Hey Pedro what about a plasticover reed, cane coated with plastic, thoughts?

[@musicbypedro]

I think that's a bit too much for the Reed to resonate freely. It should be one or the other. At least that's my thoughts.

[@finneyman]

I dig the plasticover reeds. Really when it comes to reeds you have to try them for yourself. I have been playing on a fiberreed and it's definitely my favorite synthetic.

[@nathleflutiste]

I've bought a plasticover reed last year. I love its sounds.

[@brookecone-air9395]

Please like this if you think a legere reed would be good for a clarinet player in marching band. I’m trying to decide if I want to get one or not.

[@alekmartin9999]

Cane is much better to hear the natural intonation..no Legere for me.. they have to improve!!!

[@waaantonsoup]

I want to use plastic, but it’s a big no no in my school ;(

[@jaylevert825]

I tried playing another brand of synthetic reeds many years ago and was disappointed in their performance. However, I now find myself in a position professionally where I have to be ready to perform with very little preparation time. So, to address that problem I want to look at the Legere reeds. I play Tenor Sax, Jazz with a hard rubber mouthpiece (Yamaha 5C), a lot in the low register (B flat to D sharp). In your opinion, what strength/size Legere synthetic reed should I try first?

[@musicbypedro]

Check out the strength chart - www.legere.com/strength-charts

[@dannyjang9952]

What kind of effector do you use for the reverb?

[@newunderthesun7353]

Legere Signature work for me, will not go back to a traditional reed. I also use the Fiberreed Carbon Onyx. Both brands are great. I resisted for years - synthetics have been around at least 20 years - and if you tried them even two years ago, you need to try them again, the quality and sound are greatly improved. I'm a mediocre player, but I sound better with synthetics. I turned over a few of my friends with these reeds - they are professional players and love them. The consistency and no break in is what they like. Projection is also excellent. You need to use the conversion chart for reed strength before judging and if you play well, go with the Signature or the Onyx.

[@musicbypedro]

+NewUnderTheSun same for me. I had been playing cane for many years and for me to try the Legere synthetic was an ear opening experience. Thanks for watching!!

[@Heathfloors]

I`m new to the sax and enjoyed your vid.... I found it very informative and handy for me. I am looking to move to a signature synthetic reed, I am currently using a 1.5 natural tenor reed(dont know the make).. What strength signature reed do you think would be a fairly close match?

[@musicbypedro]

You should look up the make first, then head over to this link to compare and see what are the comparable strength - www.legere.com/strength-charts They have a great exchange policy, so you can send it for a stronger if the one you order doesn't fit you. Also be sure to use "MUSICBYPEDRO" during check out to get 15% off :)

[@johnawrey5582]

They're a neat novelty and Legeres have their place, but I don't know anybody that went to Legere reeds that hasn't since moved back to cane. I like them for some gigs, where I'm doubling between horns or singing and playing saxophone, but if I get half a chance to pop a reed in my mouth for 30 seconds, I'll be using cane reeds. Plastic reeds don't have the same sound, they cut out some of the guts...at least to my ears. Granted, for my style of music the effect on tone is a negative, but for some instances I can see it being a positive, I suppose. I think the free market has dictated exactly how the world feels about these reeds. Some people will play them, many will buy them, but they're not really a game changer, because the game hasn't changed. Cane reeds will always dominate

[@musicbypedro]

Hey John. Thanks for the comment. I personally I don't know anyone who went to Legere Reeds that moved back to cane. While I played Vandoren for over 12 year, I found myself with inconsistent reeds, and that just threw my performance mojo off, you know what I mean? I tried the reed management with the moist packs and was even rotating 3 boxes (30 reeds) at some point. Still wasn't getting the results I believed I should. Synthetic reeds are made of different materials and one of the things I noticed with people who try them the first time, is finding the right cut and strength that works for you. I tried 5 difference strengths and cut styles until I found the one that I knew was perfect. I also made a mistake of not using the strength chart when I first tried them out and ended up with something I thought was too stiff for a while, but after educating myself and learning that the numbers aren't 1:1 I realized I was wrong. Fortunately they have an excellent exchange policy, and are more than willing to return and get the right strength. The best part about it all is that I now have consistent reeds, all the time, every time. I like the idea of being able to pick out a new one out of the box and know exactly how it will respond. I don't have to break it in or do anything of that sort. I wipe up after I'm done and i don't have to worry about it becoming a biology experiment (which happened with a batch of reeds I was rotating, then went on vacation for a week, yikes!). They also last about 10 times longer than a single cane reed, and that gives me the confidence to know that I will be playing these reeds for a while before I have to even think about replacing another one. While I was in the middle of a set, we were doing some choreography and I bumped my reed against my chest, and it broke. I knew I had a solo coming up (it was a slow dance/love song), so I was able to grab my spare our of my pocket and put it on, and didn't have time to break it in since my solo was the next time I was going to play. I played one of my best solos that night. I play Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bari, and Clarinet, and for me, response is critical. I perform musical, and play with bands almost 5 nights a week. This is a reed that gives me the tone I need for those gigs, so I can for sure say that it works for me. Your reeds are a large part of your voice, and knowing your voice will be ready to go whenever, is a wonderful feeling. Thanks again and have a great day! :)

[@benderbendingrofriguez3300]

have you ever plaid with a bamboo reed?

[@NeverWolf]

As an engineer who works on plastics, I discovered you can bring a synthetic reed back to a half life by putting them in near boiling water for around 5 minutes and then keeping them flat with a book or something as they cool. I'll be experimenting with higher temps and longer times on used up reeds to see if you can make them like new again. The reason synthetic reeds wear out is because of the torsion forces acting on them as they flex or vibrate to create sound causes micro tears in the polymer. So the theory is that heat can sort of melt these tears back together but, you can never just completely melt the plastic without completely deforming the reed, so you can only ever partially seal up all those micro tears, therefore while you can patch it for the moment, they'll open up again and also you'll still be creating new tears. I'm considering getting a reed shaped aluminum cavity CNC'd and experimenting with that and running electric heat through the alluminum. maybe then you could completely remelt the reed without it loosing its shape. But that's going through a whole lot just to not have to buy more reeds. XD

[@NeverWolf]

I think it's something saxophone repair men might wanna look into. I'm motivated by a desire to recycle more than a desire to save money, but if you can get a jig that revitalized old plastic reeds, you can offer that as a service for ppl who save up their old reeds.

[@Samcatiscool]

Can I still use your code for the reeds?

[@lawrencemoore]

Since I live in New Mexico, in one of the most arid climates on Earth, synthetic reeds are essential (I learned the hard way since I play three saxes and a clarinet), especially outdoors. I haven't tried Legere tho. Yet.

[@lawrencemoore]

Especially when playing out of doors.

[@finneyman]

So I picked up a "classic" legere reed and I like it much better! Thanks for the advice. I still like my fiberreed but I'm using this one for now on

[@musicbypedro]

+TONY FINNEY awesome! Glad to hear it. :)

[@saxyterri]

I really like the sound of the cane reed for jazz or blues solos because it sounds sultry compared to the synthetic reed but i can definitely see using a synthetic reed when playing with a group or band. Thanks for posting this video.

[@musicbypedro]

+Terri Taylor thanks for watching!

[@BrosWithHeads]

Would a synthetic reed do well with a metal mouthpiece?

[@santiago3142]

I'm interested in purchasing a legere but I'm not sure what strength to buy. Because I play tenor and for cane fees strength I use 2.5 so what legere strength should I play?

[@santiago3142]

*cane reeds

[@deleon._angel8278]

I play like a year and i think is better cane

[@l.ronhoyabembe3557]

I got a legere reed ad before this too... IRONY

[@paaatrick9451]

SANNSSY BOY same xD

[@hunteralexander9791]

SANNSSY BOY that's not irony. That's coincidence.

[@Zxxgl11]

SANNSSY BOY same

[@henryrutty9575]

Haha same

[@bcharles1009]

Not even coincidence. KZbin plays ads related to the video at hand. You're interested in the video? Bam, you buy stuff related to it.

[@michaeldupont4469]

I go throw a stick of cork grease a month I think I use to much

[@derpysheep5872]

Vandoren or légère, whoever will it be

[@velly_fuego]

The voice Crack in to begging😂😂😂😂

[@PhilippePriam]

It is pronounced Légère not Légèré

[@thegalaxplays]

I might have to see if there's a place in that sells the synthetic reeds in the UK since the Legere website says they only sell direct to Us and Canada at the moment, but it definitely seems like a good investment given how quickly I need to set up most of the time and it's my reed that slows me down.

[@musicbypedro]

That's awesome. Check Amazon or eBay to see if anyone sells them there.

[@mipabbondini]

mai provato le rogerreeds?

[@sam45354]

Right now I play on fibracell reeds do the Legere Reeds sound any better in terms of the overall sound and can you play on the Legere Reeds for a longer time without losing any quality of tone? Right now I'm using a medium soft reed on a Soprano Saxophone. Also how much are they in Canadian funds, and how do they compare in the reed strength as compared with fibracell reeds?

[@KuwaywayLogic]

I've played both synthetic sucks it's good for beginners but should not be used by pros they possibilities by cane reeds are far more vast

[@Matthew-ll3fp]

Kuwayway Logic false

[@tylermultisax]

I made the switch 25 years ago when tripping on outdoor gigs. For me it's Fibracell. Love em and will never go back to cane. Thanks for the video.

[@mistress9sama]

I bought a Légère Signature series bass clarinet reed for my older daughter two days ago so I'm anxious to hear her play on it versus a traditional cane reed. When I used to play B flat clarinet, it was in the early to mid 90s so before the era of synthetic reeds as an option. Thanks for giving your opinion in the video. It is cool to hear the difference between traditional versus synthetic just to get an idea. Nobody likes walking into a music store and stare at the reeds section feeling overwhelmed with selection and choices. I may go out and get some B flat Légère reeds for my younger daughter who is starting band this autumn. On a side note, I smiled because you slightly resemble my boyfriend's eldest half brother José. Unsure if sax is a strength for him, just knew him for being a guitarist and drums.

[@musicianman2000]

I've played cane reed yrs. I going give it synthetic try. Think be good one . To have as a back up synthetic reeds.

[@musicbypedro]

Great. Make sure you use the "MUSICBYPEDRO" code and get 15% off them bad boys :)

[@scrapstreams]

Just ordered my first Legere, after watching/listening to a LOT of these reviews, and not caring for the Plasticover that I was given to try. Even if I don't use them in concerts, this would save me a ton of money from not wearing out my cane reeds during near-daily practices! Thanks again for all you do for us!!!

[@Simpawknits]

Le-jhair. It means "light" as in weight. :D The final "e" is silent. :D Great video!

[@musicbypedro]

+Mezzofanti awesome. Thanks for the "French" lesson. I know nothing :)

[@slljarvis]

Legere sounds good to me! I have Fibracell on my alto and they too are great to play, very nice for beginners to know if it's you or the reed that's struggling! I only have one decent cane reed at the moment despite having lots of them, different makes and strengths. :( Very tempted by Legere now as maybe the Fibracell is a little bright, but other people I play with don't notice the difference. Thanks for your video.

[@HonestSaxSound-unEdited-]

I find Fiber reed the best.

[@michaelmcclendon1977]

For the reason you mentioned, that cane reeds get dry and become unplayable, I've switched to Rico plastic coated reeds. I will give the synthetic reeds a try though.

[@saxyjuantv]

still like the bright sound of the reeds.. the plastic or synthetic sound so stiff.

[@smoothsaxman]

I've played sax for for more than 35 years. Finally tried the Legere and found it to be very hard to play. I wish I could return it, as I consider it money wasted.

[@teeztoyz]

The difference in sound is greater than comparisons I've heard of professional model saxes versus student model saxes using the same mouthpiece. I think it comes down to what your priorities are but strictly from a sound perspective the Legere to me sounded much warmer and less resonant whereas the cane reed was just the opposite brighter and more resonant. Too bad because I prefer the tone of the cane reed but wish it were available in a synthetic for consistency.

[@Jazzheadchris]

Do you have any advice I just switched to a tenor saxophone in my 6th grade band and I'm learning how to play?

[@HOTROD-wj4rm]

The dream Team living practice

[@Jazzheadchris]

Ok

[@kishan1146]

I got a legerdemain reed ad to, KZbins algorithm gives you ads that pertain to the video, lol when I get my saxaphone though I’m going to get one of these easy to clean and reusable synthetic reeds

[@MikesBigBand]

Can a synthetic reed be satisfactorily adjusted ie if I buy a reed that is too strong can I 'sand' it down a little?

[@musicbypedro]

I don't think thats a good idea. Legere has a great exchange program, so you can send the one you buy back and they will send you the different size requested.

[@TresMamboMusicSchool]

As a multi-instrumentalist I just want to pick up the sax and play and that is what I do on Legere plastic reeds. No warm up, no nothing. Forget cane, synthetic is the way to go. Furthermore I have gotten 2 YEARS of consistent (but not full time) playing out of alto reeds (though there is a preservation trick to it) And the sound? can be identical to cane IF you drop a half/full strength. A 2.5 Vandoren cane equals a 1.5 or 2.0 synthetic depending on the cut and how you lay it on the mpc.... Pedro, mate, you put on a 3.5 cane and the 2.5 legere you have there..THEN repeat your sound test...they will sound identical, check it out. Cheers Pete

[@musicbypedro]

+TresMamboMusicSchool thanks for the comment. I actually play #3 Legere all across my saxophones and I think thats the perfect strength. I've found strength to be a personal setting since only the player knows what kind of resistance. Thanks for watching the video and I'm glad to hear you use Legere! :)

[@nathanielthefrog692]

Can u do it with the alto

[@chriss1152]

the cane Reed has a little more of a projected sound it's a brighter sound but the synthetic Reed has a darker tone with some loss of tone but still sounds good I use fabercell reeds my self may I will try these as well

[@Yumabillion]

I might pick one up as backup, I try not to burn through reeds to fast and then sometimes I start to use one I've been using and it doesn't sound good and then I'm out of luck for the day.

[@limawhisk7752]

The reverb is not a good idea

[@eduardmanuelmeier]

What mouthpiece are you using? Inderbinen?

[@musicbypedro]

+Eduard Meier for my tenor I use a Ponzol.

[@awrwayne]

Legere has an exchange policy that allows you to receive a free replacement reed - 5 per year, 1 per purchase. Legere is extremely slow about honoring that agreement. I live in Canada and I'm now going into my 4th week waiting for them to send me a replacement reed. Legere is based in Canada so there's no excuse for this.

[@musicbypedro]

+awrwayne dang, sorry to hear that buddy. 😕

[@danadrian2752]

awrwayne they ever get back to you? :(

[@jeenocastellano9173]

Beat box sax why u do this

[@evandye2408]

i used a rico cane reed throughout an entire school year and my tone just kept getting better haha

[@carlosalbertodemoura2117]

Palheta com som de Teclado

[@elizabethwells243]

I play the bari sax on 3 1/2 reeds. I'm interested in synthetic reeds but I don't know which brand to get. I also heard that synthetic reeds tend to run either hard or soft so what brand and what strength should I get? any help would be appreciated!

[@elizabethwells243]

I forgot to mention that it is 3 1/2 Vandoran blue box that I play out of.

[@musicbypedro]

Check the strength chart here - www.legere.com/sites/default/files/images/Legere-Reeds-Saxophone-Strength-Chart.jpg The signature reeds are thinner and are more suitable for jazz. If not the then try the Classic Cut. They're my favorite.

[@relllove2328]

How do you know when to change the synthetic reeds?And are they durable

[@musicbypedro]

+ahrehl roberts they last a long time. It all depends on how much you play the reeds so I can't say how often.

[@musicoversmjt8909]

thank you sir. I'm playing a soprano sax. what size can you recommend for legere?

[@musicbypedro]

+mike tam I'd recommend starting on a 2.75 and seeing if it fits what you need.

[@MrTexsax]

I liked cane so much more. Synthetic is cool sounding.

[@musicbypedro]

:)