Overview
Royal by D'Addario alto saxophone reeds are filed with a thinner profile and blank. Designed for advancing players, Royal by D'Addario offers an even response across the registers and more clarity in the sound. These reeds feature a stronger spine allowing for more resonance and harmonics in the sound.
 
Full Description
 
Royal by D'Addario series
The Royal series of reeds are designed specifically to suit the student who has established their skills and are wanting to advance further. This series' main focus is to ensure clarity in your saxophone's tone, as well as having an easy response. The cane used is grown specifically using D'Addario's advanced techniques for the most consistency when changing between reeds. The Royal reeds' thin profiles make them easier to play, so they're ideal for students who need comfort. Each reed is individually wrapped to retain its freshness, whether it be on tour or in the home.
 
Different strengths to suit your needs
These reeds are available in a variety of reed strengths from 1.5 (soft) to 5 (hard). With this range of strengths you are able to pick the best one to suit your style. Softer reeds are often easier to play softer through. They speak more easily and produce a bright sound. Harder reeds produce a darker and louder sound. However they are harder to blow through and often need a well developed embouchure in order to get the most out of them. They are great for high register playing though. There's no right or wrong reed strength, it's all about what works best for you - so experiment and you'll find the right one.
 
Specifications
Strength: 3.5
Saxophone Type: Alto
Blank Type: Thin
Filing: Filed