Author: Shiney
Date: 2014-01-03 09:38
Just arrived back from Oz to find my new Forestones waiting for me, an F3 and an F2.5. I travelled with a Fibracell 2 to practice on, and the difference is marked.
In my meagre estimation, the Forestone 2.5 isn't far off the equivalent Rico Royal for hardness, perhaps a touch firmer; the F3 is the one for me of the two.
The Fibracell is great for the convenience, and while it gives a bit of edge to the tone in the chalmeau (which I rather like), it is harsh in the clarion from about the F up. The Forestone 3 is smooth as silk by comparison, certainly a nicer tone up there than either the Fibracell or Rico Royal. Can't speak for the comparison with other reeds.
For my purposes (exclusively jazz, and as my third instrument), I can see no reason to use cane. So thanks again for the help, guys!
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