Vandoren 56 Rue Lepic Clarinet Reeds - Singles
Vandoren 56 Rue Lepic Clarinet Reeds - Singles
Note: These are priced per reed. One of 'em.
Feel free to buy one reed, a few reeds, or mix strengths. I don’t charge a premium for breaking up the box.
These are another newish variety Vandoren produces. The 56 Rue Lepic clarinet reed is designed from thicker cane, and has a taper from tip to heel. They typically are about 1/2-strength harder than the traditional cut (the "blue box") so take that into consideration.
FWIW, they are my current go-to reed for my Vandoren B45• mouthpiece.
And now you can buy just one. Seriously, no one else does this.
For those doing math, I price these reeds as one-tenth of a normal box 10 reeds. But you don't need to buy a box to get this discount!
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It is wonderful that Earspasm will let people buy single reeds. I purchased a few of each type of Vandoren Reed to compare them all. I couldn't find another company that would let me purchase singles without an upcharge.
Being able to buy single reeds is a game changer so that I can pick and choose a variety as I test different kinds and strengths as I get back into playing
I purchased these as I currently play on v12s but a 3 is too soft and a 3.5 is too hard. I was told these run somewhat in-between so I thought I'd give them a try. I am still in the process of adjusting these but I think I like them, they seem to run (as expected) about a quarter to an eighth size softer than the v12s. Shipping was fast, and ordering individual reeds is great. Love this site!
Love the rue lepic vandoren reeds!
good reeds
My order shipped to me in decent time with no damage. I'm very happy that I was able to purchase different brand reeds in one order without having to purchase them separately in bulk! Thank you!
Just what I needed, when I needed them!! (read: order arrived quickly). Thank goodness for Earspasm!! The only intelligent store on the planet, cuz they understand that sometimes you only need one or two or three of "reed X– - not 10!
These reeds are always amazing
Single reeds for sale at the same price as by-the-box? What?? Awesome.
You guys were perfect! I decided to try the Rue 56 when conditioning some new V12s. They're definitely different, but I kinda enjoy them.