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Reserve classic reeds have been designed for clarinetists by clarinetists in collaboration with mark nuccio, acting principal clarinetist of the ny philharmonic.- special cane treatment process that helps reduce reed warping- gradual tip shape adding more tonal warmth- traditional tip thickness for a quick articulation- offered in 2.0 to 4.5 including a 3.5+ and 4.0+ strength- like the reserve line, uses only the densest, lower internode cane for longer durability and consistency
From the Manufacturer
Rico Reserve Classic Clarinet reeds in strength 3.0 are designed with a medium blank taper for greater flexibility, and a gradual tip radius for tonal warmth and quick response and articulation. There are 10 highly consistent reeds in each box.
Rico Reserve Classic reeds have been designed for clarinetists by clarinetists in collaboration with Mark Nuccio, Acting Principal Clarinetist of the NY Philharmonic, and offer the perfect combination of flexibility and projection. Like all Reserve reeds, only the lower sections of each cane pole are selected - a technique Rico has pioneered that yields the highest-density cane available, resulting in a greater consistency from reed to reed.
Since the acquisition of Rico by D'Addario & Co., Rico has strengthened its position as the global leader in woodwind reeds and accessories. Rico's state-of-the-art reed research center in Southern California employs a collaboration of agronomists, scientists, and musicians to produce top-quality reeds, including Rico Reserve premium reeds for clarinet and saxophone. Rico reeds are designed to benefit all levels of musicians, from the beginner to the seasoned professional. Many of the world's finest woodwind players perform with Rico reeds, such as Mark Nuccio, Jerry Bergonzi, Chris Potter, Benny Golson, Ernie Watts, Bob Sheppard, Henri Bok, Richie Hawley, Eric Alexander, and many more.
Janice Lemon
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2016
Although I ordered Rico Reserve Classic reeds, I received D'Addario reeds that I did not order. I am very upset over this substitution.
米川雅崇
Reviewed in Japan on June 2, 2015
以前からバンドレンのリードを使用していましたが、値段が高いため、リコーに変えてみました。思ったよりも、吹き心地がよく、値段が安いので、満足しています！
proud heretic
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2015
I've been using these for about a year and a half now, and they are the best sounding and most consistent reeds of all I've tried. Typically, I get 8-9 good playable reeds per box. In an 8 reed rotation, they'll last about 4 months. Maybe a little more. Just recently I finished working through a box of the "D'Addario" reserve classic reeds. The name may be the same, just the brand name changed. But they are far from the same reeds. Out of the box, I got 4 good reeds. And two of those died in less than 2 months. Now maybe this was a bad box. I'll have to be fair and try another box. But I think they really are changed. I understand Mark Nuccio is no longer involved either. Now recently I picked up, and opened tonight a box of the "original" Reserve Classics. Started 2 of them on breaking in, and both were flawless. I anticipate both will be first rate when fully broken in. Now I need to go and order 4 or 5 more boxes of these. But that's just a short term fix. Ultimately I think I'm going to have to find something else. Not sure what that will be.
ビッグマック
Reviewed in Japan on February 14, 2015
色々と試してみたが、このリ－ドが現段階では一番良さそうだ。でも新しいモデルになったので、この商品は在庫がなくなれば終了との事。残念。
たば
Reviewed in Japan on November 20, 2015
枚数があるとはずれのものもあると聞いていたのですが、こちらの商品は使用しずらいものがなく良いと思います。一枚一枚が使い捨ての商品なのではずれが多いとしょんぼりしてしまいますがこちらの商品ははずれが少ないのでまた購入しようと思います。
kazuh
Reviewed in Japan on April 22, 2015
モデルチェンジした新しいモデルが全く好みの音色ではなく、旧モデルを3.5と共に購入無くなるまでに別のメーカーのものを探すしかないので今のところ重宝している
Mizal
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2014
A music teacher that is in the same band as I, recommended these reeds to me. I tried them, I liked them!! I have to say that almost everyone of them out of the box sounded good. I've gotten a few boxes and the same thing. Most of them sound really good.They also seem to last a decent amount of time. I've had other reeds that last about a week of everyday playing. These have lasted me approx. a month and then I use them on another clarinet as a practice reed and get another couple of weeks out of them.I would say that I got about 6 good reeds out of a box and the others I worked on a bit and used for about a couple of weeks.The sound is really good from these reeds, on the high notes as well as the low notes. They give me a warmer sound than other Rico reeds I've tried.They are expensive though, but for me worth it.
小林史子
Reviewed in Japan on November 16, 2014
夜注文したのに、次の日の夜には届きました。娘も吹きやすい、と気に入った様です。
John Gibson
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2014
The Rico Reserve Classics I have used have been good quality cane and consistently having more good reeds to a box and ordinary. I rated them a 4 star because I still prefer another brand a tiny bit better as far as tone quality, but I will continue to buy these. Way to go Rico.
Edward
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2014
I've used the Rico Reserve, Rico Reserve Classic, Vandoren V12, Grand Evolution Red and Blue box, and Vandoren Rue Lepic.These are by far my most favorite reeds they give a warm/dark, colorful, projective, and light tone. Now there are lots of duds (but some boxes I didn't get as any maybe 2) and there are many ways to fix them (I've gotten all 10 reeds to work). I'll list them here (these are the methods I use);1. There is a U cut at where the shoulder is and on the side there is bark SHAVE IT OFF by either a reed knife or sandpaper (It will give a more lighter and warmer tone)2. Buy the ATG System and sand them down as soon as you find a reed that won't play3. Give them time (at least 3 days after the first day of use)I still use these and I think I will use them forever. If you want an in-depth guide on how to break reeds and more just PM please. If someone says, "Rico is bad" I challenge them to use this reed or the Reserve reed.Update: I really do love these reeds but like all other Arundo Donax reeds they change with weather. I am thinking about Legere reeds.Update: Legere didn't deliver what I wanted or needed.
Nodame
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2013
I am using this with vandoren B40 lyre and Fobes Eurpoa mouthpieces. The strength is just right and allows me to project quite easily in the concert hall.Its a little pricey though, but I suppose this cant be help with the costs of accessories rising everywhere.The reeds are in almost playable condition right out from the box...not much seasoning is required. The reeds I have gotten out from the box are quite balance, and need little adjustment. However if you prefer a longer reed life, you should still observe the usual seasoning process.
AAA
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2013
these reeds are not cheap, and it doesn't help when my boy has to toss out a few of them due to defects(sounds horrible on his expensive R13)at this price, I expect to get 9 good ones out of the box
music621
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2012
Rico Reserve reeds are the only Perfect Reed Right Out of the Box I have ever used!Don't use it too long the first couple of times, though, because they will get waterlogged. But, if need be, you could play a concert with them, even without being "broken in."The Rice Reserve and the Rico Classic Reeds are great for the price, as well. Don't let the name "RICO" turn you off. These are NOT the beginner reeds you used when you started.I use all strengths from 3.5+ to 4.5 and find they all work well.Try them - I find they beat even the VanDoren V-12s !!!!
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