Box of old stock 5 Hemke Baritone Saxophone Reeds, Factory Sealed, Strength Number 4
These reeds are from the very late 2000's .
To see the Rico International web site from way back then, CLICK HERE.
Here's is what they had to say way back then.
The Perfect Counterpart for Traditional-style Mouthpieces
Frederick L. Hemke® reeds provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces.
Frederick L. Hemke® reeds provide the dark tone favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces.
French filed for freedom of response, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available in boxes of five.
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Frederick L. Hemke. The finest saxophone tradition.
- Professional-quality reed for classical and jazz applications
- Shorter vamp for dark tone
- Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation
- Premium grade cane for consistent response and playability
- French filed for flexibility and fast response
Filed vs. Unfiled—What Does It Mean?
Filed
A reed that goes through one additional cutting process that removes bark from the reed’s shoulders. This allows for faster vibration.
Unfiled
A reed is unfiled when bark from the reed’s shoulders remains intact. Many players enjoy the added resistance of this additional material.