- Shorter vamp for a darker tone.
- Strength 3.0, Filed cut, box of 5 reeds.
- Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation.
- Filed to increase depth in harmonics.
- Offered in strengths 2.0 to 4.0.
Product Description
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Frederick L. Hemke reeds provide the dark tone favored by many
classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is
especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered
mouthpieces. French filed for freedom of response, especially in
the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft
attacks easier. Available in boxes of five. •Professional-quality
reed for classical and jazz applications •Shorter vamp for dark
tone •Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and
articulation •Premium grade cane for consistent response and
playability •French filed for flexibility and fast response • At
its San Fernando Valley facility, Rico has a state-of-the-art
reed research center, and employs the collaboration of
agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality
reeds that include Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and
saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of
musicians from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of
the world's finest clarinetists and saxophonists use Rico brand
reeds, such as Anthony McGill, Mark Nuccio, Jessica Phillips,
Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob
Sheppard, Walter Boeykens, Seiji Yokokawa, Philippe Geiss,
Diastema Saxophone Quartet, and many more. For more information,
visit RicoReeds The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 3.0
feature a thinner tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined
with a medium spine thickness for a warm sound with good
resistance. Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of
reeds, provide the dark tone favored by many classical and
traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially
well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces. Since
the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened
its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and
accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in
Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists,
scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including
Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds
are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the
beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest
woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio,
Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob
Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many
more.
From the Manufacturer
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The Frederick L. Hemke reeds in strength 3.0 feature a thinner
tip and shorter vamp for easy response combined with a medium
spine thickness for a warm sound with good resistance.
Frederick L. Hemke reeds, part of the Rico family of reeds,
provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional
jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to
traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces.
Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has
strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds
and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in
Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists,
scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including
Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds
are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the
beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest
woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio,
Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob
Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many
more.