Legere American Cut VS Signature

[@stevehenry9826]

The Signature I have goes down to a 1.75. This is for my Alto. Thanks for that information. Very informative! Ya the American cut seems to have brighter tone.

[@LordKingKamiGuru]

Dude, don't look behind you, but there's a giant hand. Stand completely still - they notoriously have bad eyesight.

[@dannyboylan2342]

Lol dude

[@davidemarzola608]

Hello. Great video!!! For some time now I have been interested in switching to using Legere synthetic reeds, but I am still undecided on the size. You often read that it is necessary to use Legere reeds 0.25 or 0.5 lower than the corresponding cane ones. Do you think this is correct? I usually use Rigotti 2.5 or Gonzalez 2.5 or LaVoz M. So I should decide whether to use Legere 2.25 or 2.0 ......

[@dannyboylan2342]

@@davidemarzola608 thank you for your feedback and comments! Well it gets more complicated than that too because the different legere reeds have different strengths... For example in my experience a 2 American cut is stronger than a 2 Signature which is stronger than a 2 French cut. So I would recommend making a best guess based on the strength chart on legere's website and then taking advantage of their reed strength exchange within 30 days of purchase if you feel you've chosen the wrong strength.

[@davidemarzola608]

@@dannyboylan2342 Thanks a lot!!!

[@MrRTH10]

I like and play both reeds. I think both have strengths and weaknesses. The Signature is warmer, but I seem to get more variation in clarity from note to note. For me, the American Cut has excellent clarity, but leans in the brighter direction. Which I pick depends on the sound I'm going for in the moment. If the Signature and American Cut had a baby, I'd be set for life.

[@dannyboylan2342]

Well said Brian! And funny!!!

[@signaturesaxbymicksheldon]

I've just got the American cut and found on the Theo Wanne they stick out a bit on each edge. I suppose I'll just have to get used to it !

[@dannyboylan2342]

Yes! They are slightly WIDER for some reason!

[@georgeluna5845]

I switched to the AmCut. 1 3/4. From the Signature. Very happy.

[@dannyboylan2342]

Thanks for the comment George! What strength signature were you using? I'm guessing a 2?

[@jamesdarylthomas3684]

Oh I use 7* mouthpiece does that matter, on reeds sizes or strength higher or lower synthetic legere reeds (3.5 Kane Reed)

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Daryl. You can look up a Legere reed strength chart online to see what they recommend that would be comparable to whatever brand 3.5 cane you use.

[@Nicodrigo]

Thanks for info! Which of the 2 reeds would you recommend to use in a Vandoren V16 B7 mouthpiece???

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Nicolas thanks for the comment! This stuff is all very subjective and personal preference, so I couldn't really recommend one over the other for you as what you like and what I like might be different! That being said, I think the signature reed is more versatile and a good bet if you haven't played a legere before. The American is more of a niche reed in my opinion. If you can afford it maybe get both and see which you like better!

[@pedrohrqfranco]

Which is best for low notes?

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Pedro. I honestly haven't played the American cut in quite some time but my best guess is that low notes would be easier to produce on the signature. Not sure if that is what you meant by "best." Hope that helps some!

[@pedrohrqfranco]

Yes sir, it's about the easiest way to play low notes, thank you for the answer.@@dannyboylan2342

[@Gaz77a]

I find the American cut reed is slightly too wide on the Jody Jazz dv and cuts my lip. Do you find this?

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Gary! I didn't have a problem with it cutting my lip but yes that reed is definitely the full width of that mouthpiece!

[@lushlife4]

Hey Danny. Thanks for the vid. Very informative. How would you compare reed strengths with standard cane reeds? Would purchasing the same strength as the cane reeds I buy be ideal or do they tend to be harder/softer than cane?

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Smooshy! Thanks for your comment! It really depends on what cane you are playing. I would go online and search for "legere strength chart" and they compare a handful of commonly used cane reed strengths to the different legere cuts. Plus remember that legere has a strength exchange policy if what you end up with is too soft or hard. You can check out my videos on "breaking in legere reeds" and "softening legere reeds" for more info. I don't recommend you mess with the actual softening technique I mention, but I talk about finding the right strength in that video.

[@billducker7404]

Thank you. I use American Cut on Saxophones and European cut I’m Clarinet. I really like the American coach on baritone saxophone. I’ve had a little bit of trouble in general during a heat wave I don’t know if I trust affected anyone else? Thank you for your video please do some more dosh God bless you and yours- Bill - UK

[@dannyboylan2342]

Thanks for your comments and feedback Bill!!!

[@jamesdarylthomas3684]

All I would like to know is I use a 3.5 strength Kane to switch to the synthetic will I go up or down of the strength of the legere thanks be safe God blessings to all

[@dannyboylan2342]

www.legere.com/need-to-know/strength-charts/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAkNiMBhCxARIsAIDDKNVX3k-Ld-pLgFYe6I86qaELlOZsLLlrj2tg3zDN_2ugAWSUAzAn1gYaAvMNEALw_wcB

[@bobmarsh3776]

Down 1/2

[@Robyn19fnq]

Thanks Danny, I've been wondering about the new American cut. I've been a 'beginner' for about 2 years, struggling with a Legere classic 2.25 on my sporadic practice sessions, but maybe I should try something softer to get those low notes, and to make the rest sing. (Jean Paul alto with Yamaha 4C)

[@dannyboylan2342]

Thanks for the comment Robyn! If you think 2.25 is about right for you, I might recommend getting the same strength but as a Legere Signature, and then taking advantage of their strength exchange policy if you find it is either too soft or too hard.

[@orlaspring363]

Try the Signature. It's great for lots of setups and types of music.

[@philiproberts895]

How are these compared to the Studio Cut?

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hey Philip! I've not tried the Studio Cut reeds. Hopefully some other folks who have will be able to respond. My apologies.

[@philiproberts895]

@@dannyboylan2342 Thanks.

[@gobills10292]

@@philiproberts895 that was the saddest thanks I've ever seen

[@IWario1]

How is vibrado ? Is there a difference ?

[@dannyboylan2342]

That's a great question! I honestly did not notice any difference at all with vibrato between the reeds.

[@IWario1]

@@dannyboylan2342 🙏 thanx i just order one se how my mouthpiece does with it

[@robinreidmusic]

Thanks Dan. I have not tried the American cut yet on all my saxes but did try the Signature. I still prefer cane at this point but after watching your video I might give them a try.

[@dannyboylan2342]

You bet Robin! Let us know what you think if you try it out! I'm still partial to the signature myself, overall.

[@roma8076]

Quiero adquirir alguna caña legere american mi boquilla berg Lancer es 120 2. SMS que número me recomiendas gracias y espero respuesta y una Vandoren T95 35 AS saludos

[@dannyboylan2342]

Hi Ro Ma. Reed strength is a completely personal choice and I think I'd be doing you a disservice by recommending one. I would suggest however that you find the Legere reed strength chart online and use it to determine a good strength, based on what type and strength cane reed you play. Hope that helps some!

[@ironmatic1]

What happened to your thumb

[@dannyboylan2342]

That, my observant friend, is called a Habit Tic Deformity from a bad habit I have of picking at my thumb cuticles.

[@almanac520]

@@dannyboylan2342 you’re not alone.

[@dannyboylan2342]

@@almanac520 hahaha! Thanks for the post... Makes me feel better!

[@anquaviousshahab1678]

American cut IS thicker IN TAIL;

[@josecervando786]

Compraré num 2

[@josecervando786]

Llegaré American