Detail 01
Strength 2
On the soft side. Less resistance, easier low-register response, but tone can thin or close up when you push hard.
Product detailSKU #1307636494048
Legere ReedsBass Saxophone Reed Strength 2
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A strength 2 reed for bass saxophone. For players who want a softer, easier-blowing setup and are willing to buy reeds one at a time.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bass sax players who want lower resistance for long sessions
- Doublers picking up bass sax occasionally and wanting a consistent feel
- Players stepping up from a 1.5 on bass sax
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Baritone, tenor or alto players — this cut won't fit
- Players chasing a firm, resistant setup for volume and projection
- Anyone stocking up cheaply — this covers a single reed
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Bass saxophone cut
Sized for bass sax mouthpieces, which are much larger than bari. A bari or tenor reed is not a substitute.
Detail 03
Sold as one reed
The $37.99 is per reed, not per box. Budget accordingly if you rotate several reeds in a gig bag.
Detail 04
Reed strength numbering
Strengths aren't standardized between makers or cuts. A 2 here may not match a 2 you played elsewhere.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No mouthpiece, ligature or cap included — you supply all three
- 02Strength 2 suits moderate air support; go 2.5 if you blow hard
- 03A soft reed can close up on a close mouthpiece facing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength should I start on for bass sax?
A 2 is a reasonable soft-medium starting point. If the tone thins out or the reed shuts down when you push air, move up to 2.5.
02Will this fit my baritone sax?
No. It's cut for bass saxophone mouthpieces, which are considerably larger. Bari and bass reeds are not interchangeable.
03Does anything come with it?
It's the reed by itself. Mouthpiece, ligature and cap are separate purchases.
04Is a strength 2 here the same as a 2 from another brand?
Not reliably. Numbering varies by maker and cut. Expect to try a half strength either direction when you switch.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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