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V12's...

Author: Brandon Marc
Date: 1999-03-09 00:06

Dear Phillip Adams,

The V12's are supposed to be a half strength softer than the regular Vandoren reeds. For example, if you normally use a 3.5 regular Vandoren reed, then you would use a number 4 V12. However, I found that the V12's are a bit HARDER than the regular reeds. It makes sense because the V12's are thicker.

The best thing would be to try out the reeds and see which ones you prefer. I am a total klutz and can't use a reed knife. My guess is that if you can use a reed knife, then the V12's are better because they have a bit more to take off from.

Have you ever tried the Vandoren Hand Selected reeds? People in Hawaii like them. I think that they are just premium quality Vandoren traditional reeds, not necessarily "hand selected." V12's are good too. Majority of the clarinet players in Interlochen used them this past summer.

The V12's seem to have a nice feel to them. Their tips are a but thinner while the heart is a bit thicker. The result: a reed that responds while still having a sense of security to them. My V12's seem to work a little better in colder climate (?)

I wish you the best in finding the right reed for you.

Brandon Marc

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