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While every part of the [[Play the Clarinet|clarinet]] has its own purpose in producing a good [[Get a Good Sound on the Clarinet|sound]], perhaps the most important piece is the two-and-a-half inch long, wafer-thin piece of cane called the [[Evaluate a Clarinet Reed|reed]]. Reeds come in different strengths and cuts, and can be good or bad. A good reed is vitally important for a good sound and tone, so it's important to be able to identify one. | While every part of the [[Play the Clarinet|clarinet]] has its own purpose in producing a good [[Get a Good Sound on the Clarinet|sound]], perhaps the most important piece is the two-and-a-half inch long, wafer-thin piece of cane called the [[Evaluate a Clarinet Reed|reed]]. Reeds come in different strengths and cuts, and can be good or bad. A good reed is vitally important for a good sound and tone, so it's important to be able to identify one. | ||
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# '''Choose a brand.''' There are many to choose from, and all brands make and sell their reeds a little differently. Rico, a US brand, is popular with all clarinetists, and is often recommended for beginners. It also makes reeds under the La Voz and Mitchell Lurie names. Vandoren (which also makes mouthpieces) is a popular French brand. Other French brands, some lesser known than others, include Selmer (which also makes clarinets), Rigotti, Marca, Glotin, and Brancher. Some other (and more uncommon) brand names are Alexander Superial (Japan), Reeds Australia, Peter Ponzol (also makes mouthpieces), RKM, and Zonda. If you're still relatively new to playing, Rico and Vandoren are both highly recommended brands. | # '''Choose a brand.''' There are many to choose from, and all brands make and sell their reeds a little differently. Rico, a US brand, is popular with all clarinetists, and is often recommended for beginners. It also makes reeds under the La Voz and Mitchell Lurie names. Vandoren (which also makes mouthpieces) is a popular French brand. Other French brands, some lesser known than others, include Selmer (which also makes clarinets), Rigotti, Marca, Glotin, and Brancher. Some other (and more uncommon) brand names are Alexander Superial (Japan), Reeds Australia, Peter Ponzol (also makes mouthpieces), RKM, and Zonda. If you're still relatively new to playing, Rico and Vandoren are both highly recommended brands. | ||
