Klarinet Archive - Posting 000957.txt from 1997/11

From: Dee Hays <deerich@-----.net>
Subj: Re: New Grand Concert Reeds
Date: Tue, 25 Nov 1997 22:35:04 -0500

Bill Hausmann wrote:

> At 07:07 PM 11/25/97 +0100, you wrote:
> >Josh-Boy> I have not had the pleasure of trying the Grand Concert
> >Josh-Boy> reeds. I have heard many things, but the ONLY reason I did
> >Josh-Boy> not try them was because of the Rico name (I have probably
> >Josh-Boy> missed out by stereotyping the Rico name). The reason a box
> >
> >I don't understand. What is strange with the name?
> >
> >Dirk
> >
> And remember, Rico makes not only Rico and Rico Royal, but also Symetricut,
> La Voz, Mitchell Lurie, Hemke (sax), etc.
>

What is interesting is that if you look at a catalog listing, it is NOT shown
that the last four are made by Rico. Perhaps Rico wants to be sure that their
better lines are not stigmatized by the reputation of the cheapie end of the
line?? Is the actual manufacturer listed on the box?

Dee Hays
deerich@-----.net
Canton, SD