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Re: Gonzalez Clarinet Reeds

Author: Bob Barnhart ★2017
Date: 2014-02-05 01:07

After playing Vandoren V12s for years, I recently went through a period of evaluating a number of other kinds of reeds. Although some years ago I had tried Gonzales FOF reeds (that were not quite for me), I decided to try the new GD cut and am very pleased with them.

After determining the right strength (greatly facilitated by the 1/4-strength grading system), I've found them to be very consistent and responsive. They seem to tune well with the mouthpieces I have and so far seem capable of lasting at least a few months, depending on use and repertoire.

I think the quality I like best is that they are flexible and tone-neutral. That is, they can play dark or light, and can maintain the tone across a large dynamic range.

I think if you like VD V12s, you may find the Gonzales GDs even better.

I've ordered some of their Eb clarinet reeds although these sound like they are a more traditional cut. I'm hopeful that they will work even better than the VD "Blue Box" reeds.

Bob Barnhart

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