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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2009-10-13 14:22
These arent talked about much, and I would like to gather some information on them. Could anyone, either by experience or knowledge, give some info on either the traditional, thick blank, or hte evolution?
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2009-10-13 14:31
I used the standard Grand Concert Select reeds with very nice results on a Zinner blank designed mouthpiece I used ot own. they are excellent.
Jeff
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Author: Ed
Date: 2009-10-13 15:48
I have used the GC Thick blank for quite a while. (I have not tried the regular cut.) They are responsive and very consistent. I have used them in any variety of playing situations with great results. I would recommend them without hesitation.
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Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2009-10-13 16:35
I am a Rico performing artist and have been using the Thick Blank reeds for some time on regular clarinet, I also use some Reserves and the new Reserve Classics which I think are the best commercial reed on the market today. When I tried the Evolution I was not comfortable with them. So much depends of your mouthpiece and feel, sound etc. Their cut a bit differently, more wood on the rails I think, but I'm not really sure about that. The only way to really know what works best for you is to try a box of each, you're bound to at least find some in each box that works so it shouldn't be a waste of money in the long term. ESP http://eddiesclarinet.com
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Author: gigaday
Date: 2009-10-13 16:36
I use the Rico Grand Concert Select Thick Blank number 3 on a VD M15 mpc and like the results.
Tony
Post Edited (2009-10-13 18:30)
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2009-10-13 18:56
I got a box of Rico Reserve 4's and I did not like them very much. The tone was not quite focused and gave me the feeling of my beginner days.
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Author: Justin Willsey ★2017
Date: 2009-10-14 02:20
I also am really liking the thick blanks. Size 4 works well on my Hawkins R model.
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Author: mrn
Date: 2009-10-14 07:45
I played on GCS Evolutions for a while. They do have a very different feel than other reeds. Having been a Vandoren user for so long, I found the difference in feel a little unsettling at first, but I quickly grew to really like the Evolution reeds because they were so responsive.
Right now I'm playing on the Rico Reserve Classics. I got a box of 4's because the reed comparison chart said they run a little soft compared to GCS Evolution (where I was playing on 3.5's). The 4's were a bit too hard right out of the box, but after breaking them in and spending a few minutes with Tom Ridenour's ATG system on each one, I think I may like these reeds better.
I think what folks have said about the cane being of better quality with these reeds is probably true. I am reasonably confident that with a minimum of adjustment I can get pretty much all of the reeds in the box to work well, and that's saying a lot because I'm pretty picky with reeds. The thing is, if the material is good, you can work with it to get what you want.
I also generally like the sound these reeds produce as compared to other reeds.
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Author: Eddydavik
Date: 2009-10-14 11:47
I play on Thick Blanks as well. They are very responsive and reliable I think.
I tried the Evolutions and found them to be a little too thick in the center for me (playing on an M13 mouthpiece). Also the Traditional I had tried as well, but found the response to be rather weak.
Edward Escobar
Suita City Wind Ensemble
Post Edited (2009-10-14 13:30)
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Author: Hank Lehrer
Date: 2009-10-14 12:16
Hi,
I use the 3 1/2 Concert Grand Select with a VD B45 and have been very happy with them for many years.
I have 4 unopened boxes of Blue Box VD 3 and 4 of 3 1/2 that I'll trade even up with someone for unopened GCS Traditional 3 1/2s or Thick Blanks. Send me an email off-line if you are interested.
HRL
Post Edited (2009-10-14 14:34)
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2009-10-15 01:53
I tried a box of thick blanks and am VERY pleased with the resutls. Their tone is ncie and dont' seem brittle. I still am planning on trying th eEvolution, Reserve CLASSIC, and traditional.
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Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2009-10-15 02:50
If one type or brand of reed played well on every mouthpiece for every player there would be only one reed on the market today. The same could be said for mouthpieces, ligatures etc. Try as many as you can until you find the right fit for you. Not for me, not for your teacher, not for your hero but for you. ESP http://eddiesclarinet.com
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2009-10-15 02:53
Yes, I am trying almost every brand because I am trying to make a comprehensive reed guide for my school. Just right now, I happen to be on the Rico section which is showing MUCH better results than expected. I am also testing on multiple MP/lig setups
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Author: Chris Hill
Date: 2009-10-15 03:28
While I admire your thoroughness in trying all of these reeds and compiling a comprehensive reed guide, there is a problem with your methodology- you are only one person, so you can only determine what works for you. There is an example of where this can go wrong in this thread: take a look at Ed Palanker's post. I greatly respect Ed, and we are both Rico Artists. However, for him, the Evolutions are not comfortable at all, and the Reserve Classics are his favorite commercial reeds. For me, the Evolutions are very comfortable, and the Classics and Thick Blanks don't work for me. We can both play Reserves. Ed and I have access to many mouthpieces to test reeds on, but there is something in the way we each play that makes us require different reeds.
Chris Hill
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