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Author: Robin
Date: 1999-05-06 16:06
Does anyone know how the Marcas compare strengthwise against other reeds (esp. Vandorens)? Thanks.
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Author: Therese
Date: 1999-05-06 18:43
I found that they were a little bit softer than a Vandoren reed. A 3.5 on Marca Reeds would equal about a 3 on Vandoren
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Author: William Fuller
Date: 1999-05-07 22:09
Marca reeds are a grade softer than the VanDorens, but they are a lot more consistant and most can be worked on to play reasonably well. I start with #4s and use a knife as well as the Reed Wizard. Before that, I was into #51/2 VanDorens V-12s and a lot of carving. It's much easier to start with 4s, believe me. I've been using Marcas (traditional) every since Tom Ritenoir recommended them through the LeBlanc newsletter--about three years--and do all kinds of performances (classical, jazz, concert band, etc). They work for me.
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Author: Merry
Date: 1999-05-10 23:28
I got sent some Marcs reeds once and they were like planks of wood. I usually play on a 3 or 3.5 vandoran and I could barely get a sound out the No 2 Marcas I was sent. Maybe they were old stock and mislabeled but it put me off buying Marca reeds for good.
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Author: Hiroshi
Date: 1999-05-12 00:17
There are Superieure,Superieur-special(both black box),traditional(red box),and Excel(blue box).I am interested in this brand,especially Superieure-special, after reading William's response.Since Marca HP is available at http://www.marca-france.com/ you can ask Marca directly.
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