One Giant Steps for man, one Lester Leaps In for Mankind.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Niiiice! Happy Monday, Jacob - hope your week is off to a great start!
@clayandannasteinwinter87478 ай бұрын
I see what you did there
@MrSpock713 жыл бұрын
Doc, I think you missed one pro in your pros & cons list: for a developing player having a reed that gives you consistent feedback is truly a crucial advantage. With synthetics you have a fixed benchmark day after day and you see your improvements against that, rather than having to add to the equation the moodiness of your cane reed. For this reason alone I’ll never go back to cane… Thanks for your vids! Competent, informative, no nonsense and way too funny for a music channel.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
That's an EXCELLENT point! I'm learning Taekwondo with my son, I'm imagining how frustrating it would be if my uniform changed the way my kicks felt every time I practiced. That consistency is undoubtedly a game changer as well. I'm a fan of Legere now, obviously. Happy practicing !
@MrSpock713 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Tip for next vid: Taekwondo practice in space suits. Please?
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
@@MrSpock71 *rrrriiiiiippppp* ooops!
@lukeserrano623 жыл бұрын
Great point! How I wished we had decent synthetics like this when I was starting out forming my embouchure back in the 90s. One less (big) variable to worry about.
@russelljazzbeck3 жыл бұрын
I started clarinet at the end of February and it was the main reason I bought one early on and it's saved me tremendous time I was spending fiddling with cane reeds. I tried a vandoren cane reed today for the first time in over a month and it was really nice, but as usual after like 20-30 mins of playing it started to feel thuddy. I don't know how to handle that as such a noob, so I switched back over to my Alta for my lesson.
@bobbywhitney62623 жыл бұрын
Dr. Wally I am a beginner "older" student on the saxophone and doing this as a "music" hobby and my instructor feels that when I brought the subject of using a SYNTHETIC reeds to cut cost of buy a lot of canes reeds he states that "beginner" sax players MUST use cane first and when I asked why he stated that it doesn't develop proper embouchure for playing. Well I have been playing now for a year and I have not had embouchure issues playing with Legere Synthetic reeds. I started with a size 2 and now I graduated to a size 2.75 and my instructor can't tell the difference. So I truly recommend that beginner sax players can start on synthetic reeds if they want to but also have the experience with cane reeds too.
@angiefink5624 Жыл бұрын
I'm late to the party, but I just picked sax up again after 30 years away. I've been wrestling with cane reeds since starting back and it's been really frustrating while trying to develop an embouchure again and find a reed, any reed, that I wasn't constantly tinkering with. WOWOWOWOW! Hello Legere American Cut! Where have you been all my life. I can slap that puppy on and actually work on playing, rather than fiddling with the stupid reed. Game changer! And I never would have tried if I hadn't seen your video, Dr. Wally, so thanks!
@UncleTerry1001 Жыл бұрын
As a pro sax/clarinet player and teacher for over 50 years, one of the best features, which goes unsaid in your video, is for doublers. I can play a show or other performance, play on clarinet for 15 minutes, and pick up my alto without even worrying about whether the reed is dried out. I pick up my double and it just plays fine immediately-often its alto going to tenor- same reliable result. What a fantastic feature of the Legere reeds that I use on all my single reeds instruments! As you did cover, the weather situation is also totally eliminated- (except maybe for the temp of the surroundings, but that’s not the problem of the reed.)
@FredBehning11 ай бұрын
Absolutely! I played in a pit orchestra for "Suessical" last summer and the Reed 2 book called for Oboe, Tenor, Clarinet, and Bass Clarinet. I covered all with Legere reeds and it is such a joy to just "pick up and play" without constant reed management. Now if I could just get Legere to ship their English Horn reeds my world would be complete.
@clairegoguen6226 ай бұрын
Absolutlely. I play baritone sax with a Daddario Select Jazz unfiled 3S cane reed in a big band and double on bass clarinet using a Légère European Cut 2.5, which has more depth than the Signature Légère Reed. I also keep a baritone sax Légère American Cut 2.75 in my case and at time for playing home. Finally, I will definitely try a Bb clarinet Légère French Cut after.
@clairegoguen6226 ай бұрын
And I amso bought Légère soft oboe reed. Some concertists use them!
@JDReed3 жыл бұрын
I’m a high school band director. I’m also a middle school band director. I have also played in various ensembles which call for me to play a few doubles. As a performer I can’t recommend these enough. Which means(to me) that as a teacher I can’t recommend these enough to my students. Plain and simple. My beginning band students start on cane reeds and I introduce the plasticover reeds as an emergency reed. If they enjoy those then I suggest getting a Legere (signature or American) after they have settled on their reed strength. I demonstrate on occasion and they always ask “why do your reeds always just work no matter when you pick up your horn?” So, I tell them. Hope this helps.
@JDReed3 жыл бұрын
Btw I’m a huge fan of the American cut! Something about that reinforced spine really works for me, however I did go down a 1/2 on strength instead of the 1/4 in comparison to my cane reeds (Rico Jazz Selects) Welcome to the dark side!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Hey JD! Thanks so much for your perspective, it's exactly what I was looking for. Also, as a recovering middle school and high school band director - thanks for your service! It's a tough job, but has an immeasurable impact on young lives (as you know very well). As for the dark side - when do I get my Sith robes and red sabre?
@Gaz77a Жыл бұрын
I play Alto in two concert bands and now only use the Legere American Cut reed in conjunction with the Claude Delange mouthpiece. I love the tone I get from the reeds. More importantly after we take rehearsal or gig breaks I don’t need to re-wet the reed. They are ready to play straight away. I love the consistency of the reeds and the longevity. The quarter strengths allow me to precisely select the reed for the mouthpiece being used. I do find the reeds soften slightly over time.
@bobblues11583 жыл бұрын
You are covering all the points Doctor. I am a pro player with over 60 records ( jazz) and hundreds of jingle dates, shows, you name it.I am an old guy now and don´t tour any more. The last four years I was touring and recording (Jazz) I went over to Legere Signature on Tenor; Alto and Soprano and my stress level went to zero. The guys i was touring with asked " Bob, you are so much more relaxed on the gigs now. What´s going on? And I said " I´m playing on reeds that work every night, every set." I rotated them, wrote the number of how many gigs or sessions i used them on. Some mouthpieces are better with them than others. Now I am not touring and I have plenty of time to work on cane and enjoy the many nuances available with cane. It´s a hobby in a way. Legere were really good for me and I recorded some serious music on them and was very happy with the result. If I have an accident with a Legere, it is more expensive than a cane reed. Glad you addressed this issue. Can I get the space suits on Amazon? No one could hear i was play a synthetic reed.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Love the perspective of a pro, thanks Bob! They don't have official Sononaut space suits on Amazon!!! That's crazy!!!
@bobblues11583 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Well I had my heart set on having my band, " The Vibration Society " suited up! But I will find them somewhere. Sononaut!
@kevinngo91383 жыл бұрын
Your friends must really love you to put that spacesuit on XD
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I'm a good saxophonist. I'm a very good teacher. My superpower: I can talk really smart people into doing really stupid $%#@. Happy Monday, Kevin!
@brianclausen23443 жыл бұрын
As a former "Pro" player and teacher who is now trying to get his chops back, I had my doubts due to the number of synthetic reeds I tried in the 80s and 90s. all of those, besides sounding like an electric razor stuck on high, left a bad taste in my mouth...literally! Since I have returned to a regular, as much as I can, schedule of practicing and hoperully gigging soon, I have taken an interest in Legere. I am primarily an alto player and Bari, but often do Tenor and soprano along with Clarinet. Having a good sounding/playing/tasting/feeling synthetic reed would take a lot of the concern I have while doubling. Your rough play testing today really showed how close these American Cut reeds sounded like a good cane reed! The sound was very very similar with just a hint of buzziness, if that is a word. The Signature cut sounded like a reed that was nearing the end of it's lifespan but still sounded better than many cane reeds out of a box. I like the idea of just pulling my alto off the stand and playing when I fit in my 20 minutes of practicing in betweenn work, chores, life! As for when a student should use one.... I would have to say when that student shows enough responsiblity with his cane reeds to understand the need to be careful with the synthetic. So That may be a shifty answer, but not all students are as responcible as another. If you need a year in schooling, Probably late Middle School to High School. You video, and others, have piqued my curiostiy. I will give a few a try and let you know my impressions. Now, I better go practice before Dr. Wallace yells at me again lol
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your perspective, and I agree Brian! There is a buzziness, not unpleasant, but buzzier? Also agree with late middle to high school as a starter point. But this is all of course to say: GO PRACTICE!
@scottabbott22693 жыл бұрын
Band Director here, Brass Specialist. I LOVE these reeds!! I love the fact that my kids can go from playing inside with AC to outside in the Florida humidity and not worry about their reeds. I’ve told my kids these are required for Marching Band!!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott!! Even as a saxophone nerd, these seem like a no-brainer for marching band and many other uses. I remember playing at a conference at UF - man the humidity!! What part of Florida are you teaching? (and thanks for the input)
@Alex-be8sk3 жыл бұрын
3D printed mouthpiece using a synthetic reed while wearing a space suit. Yup I’m at the right channel. Great review Dr. Wally.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
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@jaccar20203 жыл бұрын
Bought one after this and wow 26 pounds for one reed but this has given me such a boost. Thank you just what the Doctor ordered.
@genef31602 жыл бұрын
Im 68 and just picked up the sax 5 years ago. I have never played an instrument so at my age every minute of practice counts. My biggest frustration with the sax was the reeds, too wet, too dry, always an issue when I wanted to practice. I started using Legere a few years ago and it solved my problem but I felt guilty not playing on cane. I thought every good player needed to play on a cane reed. I'm over that now and enjoy using the Legere American Cut. Thanks for this video Dr Wally, excellent!
@debstephenson72992 жыл бұрын
I have watched many of your Saxophone Academy lessons and have learned tidbits that I used when I taught students and now in my performances. I have used legere reeds for 4+ years and run into many professional musicians that criticize my use of “plastic” reeds. I enjoyed this reinforcement that I can now use in my responses. I rotate all my reeds and still have my first legere reed that has been used over 4 years.
@williamshepherd52092 жыл бұрын
Doc - Always enjoy your reviews and all the amazing content you provide on the web (for free, no less). I use Legere American Cut on alto and tenor, about 1/2 strength below what I normally use for cane. Two things I like: 1. Every time I pick up the horn to practice, it's ready to go. No time wasted fussing with a cane reed or wondering if the problem is with the reed or me. (it's me) 2. If you're playing a gig with multiple horns, you can leave a horn on the stand, pick it up 1/2 way the second set and it responds like you just warmed it up. No surprises.
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
Very much agree, happy Saturday William!
@mactech443 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your channel. As a repair tech I use synthetic reads exclusively to test instruments after repair. That way I eliminate a variable in test playing. By the way, a professional musician is one that has made more than they have spent on their gear when they die.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Ha! I agree Don, that seems like an accurate definition!
@williamglover55793 жыл бұрын
Wow. I mean. WOW! For a long time (I started on tenor in 1973 -in 8th grade) I discounted the notion of even thinking about playing one of “those plastic reeds.” Over time I’ve started playing alto in my church worship team.. A month ago I got serious, bit the bullet and bought a Legere American Cut 2.5, 2.25, and 2.00. Gotta say that I was immediately impressed, blown away (insert your favorite adjective here) by the response that the 2.25 gave me! Dumbfounded. I do believe that beginners should have a good cane reed foundation, but instructors should be open-minded about synthetics! My low register opened up, I was able to play low C mp … I am a definite 63 yr old convert! LOL
@MattdaFlute3 жыл бұрын
Having a reed that just plays is just so useful for me. As a teacher of woodwinds I'll have several reed instruments on their stands ready to play. With the legere I just pick up the instrument and play no time wasted preparing my instrument in the students lesson. They are a gift for the doubler.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
As a doubler, you need all the help you can get! I can't imagine doubling and trying to keep 3-5 reeds working at a time!
@esalehtismaki3 жыл бұрын
One thing worth noticing is that wood (including cane) is naturally antibacteric, but the plastic reed you better sometimes clean thoroughly, same as mouthpiece.
@joamon5593 жыл бұрын
'wood is naturally antibacteric' sounds like bollocks to me.
@francistaylor50973 жыл бұрын
Dr Wally, I am now almost £90 poorer having bought American cut for Tenor and Alto, plus Euro cut on Bass Clarinet. These reeds are superb and perfect for me with limited practice time.
@malcolmlund7938 Жыл бұрын
I'm classically trained, been playing for 40 years - now playing rock, blues, and a bit of jazz (my stretch goal!). Our prof in university back in the 80s was a Vandoren player 100%. 6 years ago I tried Legere - best thing that ever happened to me, never going back! All the reasons you mention are bang on - especially removing the reed variable - that's a HUGE plus, timewise and psychologically lol. Leger is based in a town not far from where I live in Toronto - I'm extremely proud of this Canadian success story. I've had to experiment with my style and strength several times - and every time I've used their exchange policy, they've been 100% supportive (even with some dialogue via email to help me decide). Currently looking at the Tenor American Cut 2.75 (quarter strengths rule!) I bought yesterday - took it out of the box and played a gig last night, no problemo. I agree with you on the case. In fact I wish they would not include a case and reduce the price. They should re-design the case for 4 reeds and sell it separately, so we only buy it once. If only I had these reeds 30 years ago.
@saxcowboy4 ай бұрын
I as a doubler playing alto, tenor, soprano, baritone and flute i love these reeds! Always perfectly ready when you pick up the horn. Very good feature! I use all of these horns on almost every job. I like the American Cut!
@greenockcut3 жыл бұрын
I live in Toronto. In summer I use cane on clarinet, sax and bassoon. Desember to March or thereabouts, I use Legere: summer concerts outdoors, Legere. 10 of my D'Addarios cost the same as one Legere.Now I keep the Legeres in the packaging they came in. The Legere Bassoon reed is the bomb but cleaning is a bugger.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Ohhhhh, cleaning expensive bassoon reeds. That does sound like a "bugger." Buggers are bad, right?
@greenockcut3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Vinegar and baking soda for de-bugging, Never coffee!
@hyrumbaird39503 жыл бұрын
I’m a high school student and these have taken over-a huge portion of saxophonists and clarinetists have started using them, including myself. They eliminate a lot of the immature squeaks and squeals that characterize high school bands.
@Danjocross8 ай бұрын
Dr. Wally, I love you! Your videos are so good. Not only do you really know your shit, you are so funny, so lovably nerdy, and, as I realized after watching this video, you are really a phenomenal speaker! OMG! How do you rattle off all this information without ever stuttering, misspeaking, saying "uh" or "you know" all the time (like I do)??? I am a film teacher (day job) besides a saxophone player (hobby, weekend warrior) so I know a thing or two about video, and damn, you're so good! Your videos are well-paced, well shot, sound great, and maybe most importantly of all, always leave me feeling good, better than before I watched them. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with the world, encouraging other people, and genuinely taking pleasure in empowering others rather than showing off or demeaning others with your superior skill, wit, and intelligence (even though you could!). And wow, your glib, articulate delivery here is akin to someone playing note for note John Coltrane's amazing cadenza on "I Want to Talk About You" from memory. You are a treasure. Thank you so much for your great work, and if you ever have moments of self-doubt, please remember that there are people out here in Internetland who take great comfort from your work.
@Danjocross8 ай бұрын
PS: I just ordered my first Legere reed! And I've been playing on and off for 50 years.
@drwallysax8 ай бұрын
This means more to me than you might realize. I really appreciate these incredibly kind words. Thanks you my friend.
@charlesbenoit52523 жыл бұрын
I’ve been using them for years in my band. In the studio and on stage, they’ve never let me down.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I've been impressed - and I'm super late to the party :0
@CoffinZ123 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about taking the plunge for going synthetic so thanks for the review Doc.
@1241fifeanddrum3 жыл бұрын
Some additional comments from a professional since 1976 ... I have played Legere' (signature initially) and now American for the past (maybe can't remember)) 10 years. Response to your cons ... 1. they don't break very easily ... I have rubbed, scratched etc. reeds many times and they just don't break (at least I have never had one) .. so for high school kids I think they would be a fantastic alternative ... 2. The case thing solved ... I bought a LaVoz reed guard (4 reeds) and keep four Legere' reeds in it. I rotate the reeds (as they all play the same) and it is easy to see the strength if you use different strengths (I don't) ... If you play different mouthpieces I would purchase an additional reed guard. Beside that ... The greatest pro is they all play the same every time... no fussing, no wetting (actually used Bourbon years ago) and in outdoor climates like Central Florida .. they are never affected by humidity. For me as a working pro, just knowing when I put the horn together that I will know exactly what the sound coming out will be every time is the greatest advantage. Also, it seems as if they don't wear out .... at least not for years if you take care of them ... And lastly as with any reed or mouthpiece over time if you practice and play enough on them, you adapt to the subtle nuisances to the point that I have never had any fellow professional complain about my sound (and there are many excellent players in the Central Florida area) ... I have actually convinced a few stogy ones to switch.
@jazzitupabit2997 Жыл бұрын
I used one in college and my saxophone professor was pretty neutral. He didn’t recommend them, but he also didn’t say I couldn’t use them. He left the decision up to me to explore and to see how it worked for me. I honestly love playing them because they’re so responsive and consistent and purchasing one that is on point especially after you find the one that is perfect vs having to sift through a box of ten cane reeds and only finding one or two that work is in my opinion a better investment. Not only that but synthetic reeds are moving up in the ranks due to the improvements in their design and the different cuts. Hence, I see them becoming a normal thing and cane will still be available but not for the faint of time to break them in. Great video and info as always Dr. WW! God bless!
@Andrew-ql9hg3 жыл бұрын
Band director/saxophonist here. I love the Legere Signature reeds for classical. My friends and I always found that they work especially well for the lower horns. They’re also great for when you’re teaching a lesson/class and your horns sit in the stand for a long time. Doesn’t matter if they dry out: still works! I don’t recommend them until the student is at the high school level. By then, most all of them have learned to respect the reed tip.
@landonabernathy90633 жыл бұрын
i have been using a 3.25 sig cut on my AL3 for all my college playing and it works for me lol
@vncstudio4 ай бұрын
Legere Signature is just fantastic for me and consistent with my Morgan Excalibur 6L and Oleg Ligature without the frustration of cane reeds. Very rich sound with my vintage Buescher alto. Like Dr. Wally says, lets me focus on playing and practice and take breaks without the reed drying out.
@bdubgreene Жыл бұрын
I play other instruments on gigs and will often put my horn down for 30-45 minutes a time. I switched to synthetic for this and it’s been awesome. Reed is always ready to go. I noticed they do get soft over time and they do not last forever.
@ronjaemusic77773 жыл бұрын
Great insight on the Legere reed. I’m a winery, pub saxophonist that have to setup all my equipment, lighting, and sound. I don’t have as must time to fuss with reed wetting or how it’s playing. The Legere reed is alway ready to go for a three hour show. Thanks for the unbiased review.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
You're the exact perfect person for them! Someone who's out playing in public with more to worry about than finding the right cane reed!
@cheknfaks3 жыл бұрын
I purchased the Legere AT signature reed. I am impressed with the sound and how it keep its consistency..
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@mgman2593 жыл бұрын
Hi Dr Wally, it’s really reassuring to watch you agreeing with my own experience, that these Légère reeds are GREAT for adult amateurs with little time for fiddling about tweaking cane reeds. I bought good instruments to be sure that any shortcomings in the sound were down to me, but the cane reed was always an unhelpful variable. Légères are totally consistent. Also, I like to ‘double’ between sizes of sax, and a cane reed tends to dry out on the ‘dormant’ sax. I have had my Signatures for ever, but I preferred your sound on the American Cut, so I’ll certainly be giving them a whirl. Thanks for a great presentation of the pros and cons!
@miket1013 жыл бұрын
Great video, and as always I love your humour. I'm an adult learner and I use Legere American cut for the reason you mentioned - ability to fit a quick practice session in when I have a few moments spare without faffing around with a cane reed. Keep up the good work!
@chelsabailey10183 жыл бұрын
Have started playing again after many years of being stagnate. So stagnate that I'd never heard of synthetic reeds until today!! Glad I came across this video!! I was having trouble with the lower notes and was happy that you said that playing a Legere reed can make ALL the difference on being able to play low notes better. ❤️ your tone when you play the Legere American Cut synthetic reed. Just ordered one!!! Cain't wait to start playing on it.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Chelsa, this makes me so happy, thank you! So glad you're playing again, be sure to hit me up with questions and take advantage of all our great free stuff on the website!
@zeldemalevitz49963 жыл бұрын
Of the two Legere’s I clearly prefer the American Cut. Thanks.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I think I agree, Zelde!
@mickcarpenter2963Ай бұрын
I've found this very helpful, especially as you have long been a confirmed cane person and also you are a very skilled professional. I as an adult beginner to intermediate level have found Legere Signature especially good, but felt guilty as there is still a feeling they're not the REAL THING that a TRUE saxophone player would use. It's part of saxophone lore that you should learn how to select and use saxophone reeds if you aspire to being a PROPER sax player, even though I do not really feel up to it or know quite how to go about it. That can increases stress and self doubt and this removes one key aspect of discouragement. I suspect encouraging beginners to at least try a Legere (not any old synthetic reed) alongside a cane one, and NOT FEEL GUILTY ABOUT IT would enable many more to stay the course. It's very confirming indeeed that you like them, even saying you may switch. Thanks Wally I love your sage advice and good sense of humour in equal measure.
@paulruffner4693 жыл бұрын
I used to teach quite a bit. Legere was a product I recommended pretty strongly to my beginning students, and anyone who wasn't studying or performing music full-time. I stick to natural products for gigging, recording ETC, but I'm perfectly comfortable using Legere for auditions, lessons, big band work ETC. I do notice a little buzz on the American cut Legere tenor sax 3 and 1/2 strength, but other than that, no issues with sound. I've played Legere products in so-called synthetic only bands, and nobody ever noticed a difference in my playing.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight, very much agree with your assessment.
@jooelewis3 жыл бұрын
I've been playing on Legere for ~3 years and never looked back. I have 4 that I keep in rotation and. I have only had one "fail" on me (which was the original one that I bought when I switched. The use cases for doublers, "international" gigers, marching performers, wedding musicians- There are just too many practical use cases that are common. Synthetics are not the same as they were in 2008 and i think some musicians and educators are bias toward the early days of synthetics when they were trying to figure them out. I would recommend them 100% to my students, which I already do. The only thing that I think is important is making sure you find the right strength that fits you best. It took me a decent amount of trial and error until I settled on stength. That is something that I could see as a barrier but the return/exchange policy is pretty amazing.
@p.w.21493 жыл бұрын
I switched finally a year ago to legere synthetic reeds. My reasons were the problem with the humidity on hot summer day outdoorconcerts and the easy switch between the instruments without worrying of dry out the reed. I tested a lot of synthetic reeds the past years but the Legere American Cut was the first on my Alto wich I liked. For now I play the American cut on Alto and Tenor and a Signature on Clarinet. 👍 Very cool reeds.
@donl32483 жыл бұрын
I looked away from the video when you started playing. My reaction to the 3.25 had a WOW! factor to the sound.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Good Wow, or bad wow? 😂 I take no offense either way!
@donl32483 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Sorry! Good WOW! The 3.5 was a bit bright and edgy for my personal taste. When I heard the 3.25 I thought you went back to the Vandoren but a better reed than the first.
@justinjohansen59923 жыл бұрын
Good stuff Dr Wally. I’ve been a Legere convert ever since they came out with the Studio Cut, and I was happy to find the Signature and American cuts are even better. One thing to note for young students or adult students considering them - I found they are more sensitive to placement on the mouthpiece than a cane reed. Specifically, if you don’t get the reed up to where it covers all of the tip rail, the response goes out the window. Can reeds suffer from this too, obviously, but the Legeres just seem a little more finicky about precise reed placement.
@schorschkrs74302 жыл бұрын
Yeah, observed that as well. Good Info!
@normannklaussen96673 жыл бұрын
Dr. Wally: Very popular topic. You play so well. After listening 3 times I would range the tone quality as cane no1, am. cut no 2 and the signature reed on 3. I think I can hear little of the plastic sound on the signature in the upper register, but doesn't disturb me much. Because of the time to search for a good read (and lack of carpenter skills) I was happy to start on synthetic reeds many years ago and heard no complain about the tone. The way we play are more important, I guess. After some time the synth reed will be bent and a little changed, but not as quickly as cane. If you play not more than an hour a day the synth reed can last for years. Also I think the Legere reeds with the same number are not completely equal, but way better than cane reeds. Warning: If you buy on the net, be careful. If too cheap maybe fake Legere. I bought once for alto. Thank you for the nice test performance.
@sasakelala33603 жыл бұрын
dang. now I wanna try one of those reeds. nice. Thank you for the review!
@clintcaston49853 жыл бұрын
Yes I have legere Alto reed 2.5 I love playing it, I play brass band marrage shows, event gigs in India Mumbai, feel comfortable playing with the reed.
@alexwillats3 жыл бұрын
I'm liking the sound of the American Cut from this recording. Will be interesting to see what they sound like when you get in the studio. I like the idea of having a dependable synthetic back-up but don't think I'm ready to take the plunge yet. Shame we can't play-test the Légères!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Agreed, that's why I put it off for so long Alexadra :)
@zecastello3 жыл бұрын
I just LOVE them! Simple as that! I remember to freak out in my graduation gig because my special reed that I played just one time a week to save it for the end of the month simply didn't work the way it should because of the weather that day! A nightmare!!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Yup, they definitely remove the panic feeling knowing you have them as backup!
@Ricardonsg3 жыл бұрын
I started using a legere american cut 2.5 on my tenor and it's simply amazing, I get consistently a good tone, wether it's inside or outside. Hard for me to go back to cane honestly
@BopalotBBoyce3 жыл бұрын
Lots of variables in saxophone tone. The list is daunting. Like the blade of grass, the primal people honed a tonal palette that stresses the individual tonal variants. Then man invented recording systems that featured the reed/blade nuances. The saxophone tone is modeled in schools and then the 'individual' becomes the artist. Though never 'perfect' long live the variant tones of the saxophone.
@Matrix-nl4it2 жыл бұрын
Don't tell Jay this but... I think this channel is better than better sax... its the best sax.
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
Our secret ;)
@Illuminati0923 жыл бұрын
I've been considering getting a Legere reed for a while, but finally chose to get one after your review. Got the soprano sax signature reed and I absolutely love it! Now time to get one for my alto...
@PlayerClarinet3 жыл бұрын
Very happy with the Legere Signature cut for classical clarinet work; really don't use cane reeds much at all now.
@nhr273 жыл бұрын
I am a convert. I like them ever so slightly less than the best can reeds I have ever played on. I went back and forth and now, with the American cut, I am not looking back. Here is why.... I am a saxophone hobbyist with a family of 5. My schedule allows for small pockets of practice time. Typically, the start of my practice consisted of, at minimum, 5 minutes of getting my reed right and adjusting with my reedgeek. I actually liked doing this for awhile. Then, of course, storing the reed in a perfectly humidified container for the next usage and carefully marking the ends with a pencil so I can remember if it was any good. I switched because I can now leave my saxophone on a stand in my home office. I work from home at a computer all day. My sax is always ready to go with the reed in place. Now, when I can sneak a couple minutes of practice in, I simply pick up my saxophone and play. No wetting a reed and putting it on the mouthpiece. I do clean it after a couple of sessions but I put it right back on the mouthpiece. This has completely altered my ability to practice. So, unless I am suddenly able to retire and become a full time musician, I am sticking with the American cut legere. Another thing to consider...as technology advances, these things will just keep getting better. Great review!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nate - VERY well put! (I was hoping to convey that in the video as well). Even as a "pro" (barf) - I have to record a ton of demo videos on alto and tenor and don't have time to fuss for the perfect reed. I've been using them on every KZbin and Academy video for the past month, and super happy with the convenience!
@CJGospel3 жыл бұрын
I started doing this too, taking out my sax while working at home. It is great just playing right away without having to wet or warm up the Reed to get rid of the warping. I can start jamming right away!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
@@CJGospel absolutely!
@thewarhenk3 жыл бұрын
I'm playing an American Cut 2.25 on tenor now. It's quite good, but I like Silverstein's Alta Ambipolys better. Hard to put a finger on it, but it works better for me, all 'round. The American cut, is by far, the best Legere I've tried, and I've tried them all. I've literally been playing a 2 Jazz Alta on alto for 16 months with no degradation- practice and performance.
@stewartwforbes3 жыл бұрын
I found that with my Rovner Optimum ligature the Legiere slipped off or to the side in the middle of playing. I roughened the surface of the reed that touched the ligature and it helped.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Stewart, that's smart man! I did notice a lil' bit more of ligature slip when tuning.
@stewartwforbes3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I had to use a sharp craft knife and basically scraped parallel lines on the top of the reed (I didn’t touch anywhere the flat part touches the mouthpiece). I like them but this was an issue when a reed fell off as I was taking a solo in a big band !
@JS-zr6qf2 жыл бұрын
I briefly used Legere #3 on bari when rehearsing with a big band, changing back and forth with Rico Reeds but prefer Ricos on Tenor and Alto.
@petegalindez99617 ай бұрын
A “Chamber Crawl?” That is some super geeky music stuff right there! Love it! I need to attend one of these to watch! Great review. Just bought a legiere reed after having bought a couple about a decade ago…the modern ones are soooo much better. Really like the product.
@austinsnider72693 жыл бұрын
It’s interesting to hear that it didn’t work with your AL3. I couldn’t get it sound right on my Larry Teal(although its an older model that has some custom refacing). But on my AL3 it is unbelievable, such a great practice reed. I also used to use it for longer quartet gigs; the types of gigs where you play for 20 mins, rest for 20 mins while there’s a speech or something, then rinse and repeat. Only time I don’t use it is when I’m practicing a piece that has a lot of slap tonguing, too costly to ruin with a bad slap.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Interesting! I only checked with one colleague (college prof) who found the same result on the AL3 - so it's a sample size of just two. I certainly take your word for it working with yours! Totally agree about practice slaps!
@BruceWL3 жыл бұрын
I love the American Cut! It is all I play. Great review Dr. Wally!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bruce! I'm a fan as well (though late to the party) 😉
@Samuel-ge7im3 жыл бұрын
Great review Dr Wallace. Hope all is well.
@ronaldwhite59052 жыл бұрын
I use Legere as an adult student. It lasts a long time, cost over the long run is less. It removes the variable as to whether I have a good or bad cane reed.
@patporemba28063 жыл бұрын
Great job (again) on this video. Thanks! I play all 4 main saxes (SATB) at least a couple of hours each day and, after trying a zillion different brands of cane and synthetic reeds, I eventually moved totally to Legere Signature (S/B) and American Cut (A/T) about a year ago. During that time, I chipped one and had two "die" out on me, but they've been amazingly consistent and durable. I love the dark edgy tone I can get. My only complaints: 1) I rotate 2-3 reeds per sax so I use reed guard/holders and the legere cases are a huge waste of plastic! 2) It's very expensive to try out multiple strengths when you use multiple horns and mouthpieces and their strength trade-in program is too limited to help much 3) the base of the American Cut is thicker so it doesn't always fit with all my favorite ligatures for cane reeds 4) in sound tests like yours, the signature has a bit too much brightness and buzz, the american cut is very smooth (Paul Desmond-like), while the cane seemed to be just a bit more alive with colorful harmonics. So, while I like the Legere for convenience, I'm still not 100% wow'ed by their tone.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Points WELL taken, Pat! Appreciate your feedback my friend!
@saxofonspelaren3 жыл бұрын
Reed my mind... The first legiere was practical because it didn't dry so when you came back after the brake it was working but Lipofaro Reed made you feel more happy when you made the right pick from the box. The new american cut is absolutely better its working and you have no excuses for not play and practice and you could trust the Reed and The sound is loud and clear but still a Great Lupifaro Reed makes you feel more romantik and happy. 😃🎷🎷
@troysmithfr3 жыл бұрын
I'm primarily a clarinetist but I've switched to Legere because I've been fed up with the unpredictable behavior of cane. I've seen people using the bag trick and other things, and I personally do not have the time to invest in going through a lab procedure to make sure my cane reeds are in optimal condition. And I don't believe in "breaking in" reeds. Agony. I haven't heard much about the American cut; I've played mainly the European signature. I also use the soprano sax signature on clarinet very often because I just preferred the feel (which is probably a very subtle difference should it exist). It was also convenient for me to play both Bb and Eb clarinets without being worried about different reeds. I have also heard that Eb reeds aren't great (which is likely untrue for Legere's, which I've never touched). I've somehow managed to switch some directors' opinions on Legere for the better after they have heard me use them. I feel like an overlooked factor of reed quality is the proficiency of the player themself, because theoretically speaking, a great player will make a dud reed sound better than a mediocre one will because they have better tone and embouchure control. And of course, as you mentioned, they sound better with certain ligatures and mouthpieces than others. And lastly but very important, the Legere thickness scale of the reeds do not line up with traditional cane sizing, as you have probably noticed. A 3.5 on cane is not a 3.5 on Legere. Very good video!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Very much agree, Troy! Happy Tuesday my friend!
@douglasbaker59333 жыл бұрын
One negative I have with synthetic reeds is that it can be expensive to find the right one for you. Reed comparison charts can be a bit sketchy meaning you could be stuck with a few that you can't use. But I do like them for the reasons you stated.
@richarddaniels79023 жыл бұрын
Legere do a reed exchange so if the strength doesn't suit they will swap it for a different strength. I had excellent service from them when I bought the wrong one. Absolutely no hassle
@toomuchtoofast45332 жыл бұрын
Amazon as well.
@ryandewerff2 жыл бұрын
nearly all my clarinet students have convinced each other to switch to plastic reeds for marching band and as someone who lives in a very humid place, i’ve had no complaints.
@oliverkollas45263 жыл бұрын
I have played the signature for a while. I am happy with it, also because I can clean it well.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I do like the easy cleaning aspect!
@joamon5593 жыл бұрын
Yes! this is definitely a bonus. I wash mine with soap and water each time I have finished playing it. No probs.
@kenjarczyk85353 жыл бұрын
The 1/4 strength less than cane rule seems to be universal. I’ve completely converted to Legere, the European Cut on Eb, C, Bb & A clarinets, the Signature on Bass Clarinet, the American Cut for Alto & Tenor, and the Signature on Soprano & Baritone. No looking back!
@MrWIEBERS2 жыл бұрын
Can you do an episode, maybe with the recording session on how the measurement of the Legere compares to lose of Vandoren and other wooden reed strengths?
@MessengersoftheCross3 жыл бұрын
I like my Legere reeds. Use it on my alto, tenor, and clarinet. One less thing to worry about. Also great when you double and triple on Instruments. The reed is ready to go when you pick up your horn to play after playing guitar for a few songs.
@alsiemens21863 жыл бұрын
I play 2nd Alto in a concert band and have used Legere Classic, Signature, and American cuts. The product just keeps getting better and blending in with the rest of the section is not a problem. Playing outdoors is a no-brainer on Legere. Your comment on the AL3 is interesting. I still use Vandoren Blue Box for the best response on that mouthpiece.
@bobfixes76403 жыл бұрын
I agree, Dr Wally I'm an older learner (18 months in) and I was fighting cane reeds and spending a lot of time tuning them rather than practicing. My son sent me a Legere Signature at the same strength as my cane reeds (2.5). It was too stiff and Legere has a one time replacement policy. You send them your original Legere and they send a replacement. I asked for an American cut 2.25 replacement and somehow got a Classic 2.5. Since Covid, they didn't want the old reed so I took it and dipped it in boiling water for 1 sec - 2 times. I didn't like the Classic as much. I've been loving it ever since (5 months) and my practice time has gone way up!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
That's fantastic! I think you're a perfect example of why they're such a great product for many.
@patrickkyle46013 жыл бұрын
Used to buy 10 packs of LaVoz or Rico and find that a few never worked so the consistency of Legere is a plus but they do cost as much as five standard cane reeds so the longevity is really par for the cost. I've tried other synthetics - Fiberreed, Forestone, Fibracell but found that Legere are closest to cane sound.
@BoninBrighton3 жыл бұрын
You're one of the good guys for certain. I'm currently playing a Legeres 1.75 American Cut. The 1st reed I ordered a 2.0 not American Cut didn't suit me at all, and Legeres offered to swap it free of charge, which was amazing and they said to keep the original one too. Impressive customer service.
@jero2955 Жыл бұрын
hi!! how did you ask for a swap?
@elliottmills46523 жыл бұрын
Excellent content as usual! I started playing Légère reeds about 4 months ago. I originally ordered the Signature 2.75 and 3.0. With their replacement policy I tried to swap the Signature 3.0 for the American 2.5. Due to COVID they sent the replacement but didn’t require a return. It arrived about the same time as my 56 and I’ve been playing the American, with the 56 and MO ligature on the regular. I still play cane reeds but the Légère is super consistent. Kind of the reed Chick-fil-A!😆 Thanks for all the great and creative content!!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Elliot!!!! You just made the best analogy on the internet! It's the Chick-fil-A of reeds! It's not the best, but it's ALWAYS good and you're never disappointed. You always know what you're getting! Well done my friend. How's the 56 treating you???
@elliottmills46523 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I love the 56!! Plays easy through out the whole range of the horn with little adjustment to my embouchure. With some mouthpieces I find I have to adjust too much (player problem 😁) I really like the sound. Not to bright or contemporary. I enjoy a saxophone sound that sounds like a saxophone, not that there is anything wrong with a super bright reverbish sound but not my preference. I tried with it with the stock ligature then moved to the rovner then landed on the MO. I didn’t notice a lot of difference in the sound but the MO fits perfectly to me. Plus the old gold just looks super cool with the white 56! 😁
@MrRbuxton2 жыл бұрын
Older relative newbie, thankfully found these early and believe I've practiced more simply because I was practicing not read geeking, or trimming. Yes it is far more economical over the long haul using Legere and each day I pick up my Sax(s) I have a good reed for many months.
@markblack79253 жыл бұрын
Wally, thanks for the video. I have struggled with reeds over the last year or so. I switched to Fibracell reeds back in I think 91? Little sketchy but they had not become readily available when I was hipped to them. Each time they changed their “formula” it drive me nuts. I’m a commercial R&B player who also is a lead vocalist. Picking up the horn in all environments getting the sound and performance from the reed each time is primo to me. Fibracell changed the game for me. Over the last year I have been disgruntled. I even called them and a nice lady told me to find another reed company…. Not interested. So I’ve been doing JUST THAT. I’ll bet I have spent a couple hundred on reeds looking for the right replacement. A buddy suggested the American Cut and I finally capitulated and bought one. From note one it has been fantastic. I do lots of session work both in sections and solos and i have been ultra happy. One thing in the Con side you didn’t discuss that I had to get used to. I play an old Link on my Tenor and when I use the American Cut I had to get used to a different sound behind the horn versus the one that is out front. When I play openly outside or in a room I hear a strangeness to my sound. Walk straight to a wall or using a sound shield and it goes away. I have recorded myself using my gear and I hear the weirdness going in (so I think) but the recording sounds EXACTLY like I want. I like you, have changed my mind and very happy to do so.
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
That's great, thanks for the perspective Mark!
@MikeFromMove2nz3 жыл бұрын
I initially head real problems with a synthetic reed as at the time I was using a 4 tip opening as the reed would seal, cutting off the air-column, when I didn't mean to. Moving to a 6 tip opening made a huge difference and I've been using these since as they give me consistency to build from.
@cj_ocean3 жыл бұрын
I started playing (Alto) Saxophone last September. From the beginning I played on Légère reeds. For a few months on the Signature series, strength 2.0 and then for another few months on the American cut, also strength 2.0. I liked playing on the American cut more, however I can't give details anymore on why exactly. I had a pleasing experience with Légères at first. You can put them on your mouthpiece, are ready to go and they have a consistent and sound thats hard to distinguish or not at all distinguishable from cane reeds. But: They don't suck up humidity, and after some time of playing in a session I started to get a bubbly, watery sound. I had to take my reed off and give a quick wipe to it and the mouthpiece (the table of the mouthpiece was always completely wet, idk if that was bad) to get a clean sound again. I tested if I got this issue with the only both ligatues I own (the BG LD0 and the Jody Jazz Power Ring) that fit on my mouthpiece (Jody Jazz HR* Custom Dark 7 [please don't hate me for having bought these products as a beginner 😅]), made sure that they fit tight and I had it with both. I got annoyed by this and for about a month now I play on Boston Sax Shop custom reeds (cane), strength 2.5. With these -I don't have the issue of getting an unclean sound after some time anymore -The table of my mouthpiece is always completely dry after a playing session -I can play the F# that's right under the altissimo range no problem, with which I had difficulties with Légère reeds (this might be because of me going up half a size in strength, but I also tried 2.5 strength Légères and couldn't play on as easily) -I don't have any problem playing when starting a session, when they are still dry and not yet played in. Since I got cane reeds I only play on them anymore, even though I still like Légère reeds. Maybe the problem I had was not because of the reeds, but because I'm not an experienced player yet. Thanks a lot for this video Dr. Wally ^^ P.S. I first got a ReedGeek for the Boston Sax Shop reeds and only used it for them (I think it really improves them a lot), but Mauro Di Gioia , President/Founder of ReedGeek, Inc. has a video on KZbin where he shows that ReedGeeks can also be used on Légère Reeds.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I'll check out the video, thanks for the tip Kiato!
@jazmaan3 жыл бұрын
Another big "pro" that you kind of glossed over: You don't need to moisten the reed. It's instantly ready to go. That saves a lot of time when you want a quick practice session or just have a quick idea you want to test out. No time wasted on wetting the reed! And as a corollary to that - they don't dry out on the stand! I played Signature reeds for a year before the American cut came out. Now I play the American cut. Don't ask me why because I can't put it into words. I just like it better! Or maybe I'm just biased because I'm an American too! :> Now for some "cons". I find that after a few weeks of hard playing they can develop small vertical splits near the tip. The splits don't necessarily affect the playability, but they are disconcerting. Another "con" is that for me- altissimo playing is easier on a cane reed. Just my unscientific opinion but that's what i think. Final "con" is that I'd say my BEST cane reeds sound better than my best Legere. But finding that "best" cane reed can be a lot of trial and error and it may not stay "best" forever and may be tempermental or stubborn just when you need it the most. Like you said a Legere will ALWAYS be 90 to 95 percent as good as that elusive "best" cane reed.
@carloamuscat2 жыл бұрын
I believe this is the exact same conversation people have about mouthpieces, in the sense that the main difference is in how the player perceives the sound and feel, never the listener.
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
Possibly so. I really care about the feel (as I'm sure you do). But in the back of the concert hall, double blind tests would be illuminating!
@CJGospel3 жыл бұрын
The American cut sounds more pleasant than the signature cut. Both sound brighter than the cane but the signature cut seems to have a nasal quality to it. I own a signature one that I have been using for a while now. Will definitely buy the American cut to try with my WCW mouthpiece. Shout-out to WCW!!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Good ears, CJ! When I do the more in-depth comparison - the signature sounds VEEERY good on my classical mouthpiece. Happy Monday - WCW represent!
@Microtonal_Cats3 жыл бұрын
Sold. I just ordered one.
@Microtonal_Cats3 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up, and I've only watched the space man jazz intro so far.
@jtrisch10262 жыл бұрын
In watching your Video , I found the American cut responded extremely close as possible to a cane reed have to say I was impressed by the Presentation by the doctor
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
Thanks friend, hope you have a wonderful weekend!
@jimimay332 жыл бұрын
Hey Dr. Wally. I hope your having a great day. Thank you for creating this video. I just got the Legere American Cut reeds for my alto and soprano. I'm looking forward to working with them.
@drwallysax2 жыл бұрын
They get the job done for sure! Good luck and happy practicing - lemme know how they work out for you!
@ogbeisibor31933 жыл бұрын
I used a synthetic reed a few years back. It was irritatingly horrible. But I guess it’s not enough to write off the whole world of synthetic reed. Thanks for the video, I’ll do definitely try this one. Promise to keep an open mind 😊.
@OlivierGagnon3 жыл бұрын
What I like about those is that that work dry. I'm not playing very often and I like not having to worry about the humidity of my reed case over time.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree. The no-water logged thing is great!
@jacquelamontharenberg2 жыл бұрын
Dr. Wally, as a 50 year sax veteran I was skeptical about the Legere reeds per my comments 7 months ago. However, 6 months ago I switched from a hard rubber Morgan Excalibur 6* to a Jody Jazz DV 7. That significantly improved my tone, intonation and ease of altissimo while still using D'Addario 4S filed reeds. However, I was still having some harmonic overtones coming out in altissimo A, Bb and B. So Jan 15th I move up to a Jody Jazz DV7*. I also bought a couple of Legere Signature reeds, in 3.00 and 3.25 strengths. Bingo... the 3.25 turned out to be the perfect reed for me. Excellent in all registers. I am very happy now. I can now focus my frustrations elsewhere. No more cane reeds for me. Consistency is the key... This reed works in the recording studio as well, even with my high end ribbon mic (AEA R84). I highly recommend the Legere reeds. Also get two so you can rotate them.
@accordiondrew3 жыл бұрын
That's become a remarkably familiar tune in the last couple of weeks!
@michaeldezelar62643 жыл бұрын
No kidding!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Good! I'd be mad if you didn't recognize it!
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
@@michaeldezelar6264 Blue represent!!!
@michaeldezelar62643 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I thought I heard Silver... and truth be told (and against my better judgement), I've been working the gold level. 😳
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
@@michaeldezelar6264 Of course, you're right!!!! Good grief, Wally....get it together man.... I look forward to hearing the Gold etude - you got dis!!!!!
@hansmathiasthjomoe48173 жыл бұрын
I have used Legere Signature for some years now, and I’m not going back to cane reeds. I’m a tenor and a clarinet player. Some downsides of the reeds: They are not as consistent as they might tell you, some times there are important differences between the reeds with the same specification. I have a special issue with the clarinet reeds, the European cut. The clarinet becomes flat, by approximately a quarter. I have talked to Legere about it, but they don’t have any answers. The resolution was to get a very short barrel (58 mm, the most common being 65-67mm) from China that fits my Buffet Bb RC clarinet.
@jonathanclark76232 жыл бұрын
Doc the Legere American cut reeds are even better than the signatures, I think they have a sound and feel that lends itself to a jazz sound. I use a Jody Jazz HR 7* on Tenor with a 2 AC and the only con I can find is it's to bright, I just picked up a 56 from Windy City last month a killer combo with the AC 2 plays great, to not have to worry about finding a good reed is worth the cost .
@joeblankenship3773 жыл бұрын
I like em a lot. As somebody that plays as a hobby, I love that I don't have to waste time on the whole rigamarole of cane reeds. I still like La Voz and Alexander, but unless I'm gonna play in an ensemble and need to blend, why bother?
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
I think they'd blend quite nicely in an ensemble. Honestly for ensemble rehearsal (not that I'll be doing that) I'd use them in a heartbeat.
@blainehoopes21533 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried the Legere american cut (yet) but I have been carving my cane reeds for ages with those straight angles and the center peak similar to how these American cut look. I really like the way my cane reeds respond with that type of cut.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
You should give them a try - embrace the power of SCIENCE!!
@davidmepsted18183 жыл бұрын
I'm a 60 year old student coming to alto from fretted instruments, chiefly mandolin. I bought a Legere after a little research because I was frustrated at the variability and sometimes unplayability of cane reeds. I was sold on it very quickly. Ideal when you want to practise and not be scrabbling for a decent reed before you start. I used to have notes about my circulating collection of cane reeds and one would be gone if I had two even mildly adverse notes about it. All done with now. I think you can tell the difference in tone against cane: I actually prefer it at my stage of development.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Totally makes sense, thanks David!
@christinekaiser72323 жыл бұрын
Légère American Cut are great. I always use them on my Alto with a JodyJazz DV NY 6. When playing cane reeds, for me the only alternative are Rigotti Jazz reeds.
@drwallysax3 жыл бұрын
Have you compared Rigotti to Boston Sax Shop? Was curious to know how similar/different they were?