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Re: T sax reeds on bass clarinet

Author: Roger Aldridge
Date: 2006-12-23 22:57

This discussion inspired me to give tenor reeds another try on my bass. Please know that I approached this with an open mind and a spirit of curiousity.

The results were exactly the same as I had before. Bass clarinet reeds have a much more vibrant sound and are more responsive in all dynamic ranges than tenor reeds on my set up. Simply put, tenor reeds -- and I tried several strengths -- sound stuffy on my bass. Also, I need to say that there is not a hint of chainsaw coming from my Grabner LB mouthpiece with bass clarinet reeds. Rather, it's like how Chris described his sound.

It may be that tenor reeds give better results on particular bass clarinet mouthpieces and facings than others. (After all, certain brands and cuts of tenor reeds give better or lesser results on particular tenor mouthpieces and facings than others....of course, depending upon the tonal conception of the player.)

Anyway, it ALWAYS comes down to what works best for the individual player. One size does not fit all.

Roger

Post Edited (2006-12-24 01:49)

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