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Re: Reed Case

Author: bmcgar ★2017
Date: 2019-12-06 07:34

I wish someone would make a nice case for only four reeds that will nicely fit in a shirt pocket.

These Weiner cases and those like them are nice for instrument case storage--and they're certainly pretty--but if I need to make a quick switch during a performance or my case isn't nearby, they're too big; even the 5-reed models.

My ancient aluminum La Voz ReedGards are in my pockets when I'm on stage. Very small, securely hold the reeds, minimal chance of damaging the tips when inserting and removing reeds, the table is FLAT, and they're robust. Also, I like it that the reeds are separated, and won't flop around or fall out. Nasty to open a case with reeds just lying on a plate and have them slide around or, if I'm not careful, wind up on the floor. (No, I don't worry about humidification either.) I can't fathom why they're not still made, though they're by no means "sexy."

My fancy cherry 5-reed job stays in my instrument case. The 12-reed case stays in my table drawer unless I'm traveling.

B.

Post Edited (2019-12-06 07:35)

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