Contrabass Clarinet Classic

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A thick reed most appropriate for a traditional or classical setup. The Classic for Clarinet has a thicker tip than other Légère clarinet reeds and is designed to produce a darker sound. This reed is recommended for beginners though it is appreciated by advanced players seeking a darker sound.

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WHY THEY WORK

The secret? A synthetic material unique to Légère, meticulous computer controlled processing operations

and a team of ambitious and hardworking individuals who passionately believe in the Freedom to Perform.

Materials
Design Process

Cane is a unique material—lightweight, yet surprisingly stiff along the grain. That unique combination is what makes it vibrate so well. Reproducing those properties in a synthetic material isn’t easy—but it’s exactly what we’ve done.


Our reeds are made from a special formulation of polypropylene—a non-toxic, food-safe polymer you’ll also find in medical equipment, yogurt cups, and packaging. On its own, polypropylene is far too flexible for a reed. So we strengthen it through a process called orientation, which aligns the polymer fibers to dramatically increase stiffness. That’s the secret to the signature feel and response of a Légère reed.


Because our material doesn’t absorb moisture, Légère reeds don’t need soaking, never warp, and are ready to play right out of the case. They’re durable, hygienic, and can be cleaned easily with warm water and a mild detergent. It’s cane—refined.

The Légère Guarantee

Légère Reeds wants you to be completely satisfied with your purchase.

Everyone can enjoy their Légère reeds if they find their right strength. This is why we are proud to provide an Exchange of Strength Program within 30 days of purchase. If you are unsatisfied with your clarinet or saxophone reed, please begin the exchange process regardless of where you purchased it in the world.

Please be assured returned reeds are discarded after a quality check and are never resold.

Customer Reviews

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Don Larson (Champlin, US)
2.5 contrabass clarinet classic reed

Worked well, good tone, not overly stiff. Would buy again.

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.

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Timothy V (Hillsboro, US)
Excellent Reeds!

Especially for the Contrabass, reeds are expensive and then they are finicky. The Legere are good right out of the box, last and don’t warp or break down quickly. The stiffness and sound is great as well!

We're so thankful for your positive review and are glad you had a great experience!

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Kevin Wong (Allendale, US)
I like this reed but the case could use a redesign.

I have used the classic 2.5 contrabass reed on a Leblanc 7182 contrabass clarinet as well as on a Leblanc paperclip contra-alto clarinet and will say that it works well on both of them. I found the 2.5 to be ever so slightly too soft on the contrabass mouthpiece which makes me place the reed somewhat higher on the mouthpiece to compensate (it would be nice if they still had quarter strength reeds). The big gray case that it comes in inside with the rubber holder is a bit small for the contrabass reed (this makes the reed fit very tightly against the sides of the case). In order to take the reed out, I have to remove the reed with the rubber holder still attached to it. In order to put it back, I can't simply snap the reed back into the rubber holder while it's in the case. I have to take the rubber holder out first, snap the reed onto the holder, and then I place the reed and rubber holder back into the case. This issue isn't a deal breaker, but it can cause you to chip the reed if you try to pull it out the normal way with a lot of force. My friend has a Legere Bari Sax reed and his case does not have this issue likely because a Bari Sax Reed is slightly skinnier than a contrabass clarinet reed. I suspect this might also be an issue with the bass sax reeds since they are also quite a big reed.

Thank you for the thoughtful and detailed review, we appreciate your comments!

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David Bowman (Fresno, US)
Wonderful Reeds. Wonderful Company!

This is my 4rth Reed that I have bought from Légère and I cannot believe how incredible these reeds are. I have a Bb Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Bass Clarinet and now Contrabass (used on Contra-Alto) Reed, all of which are amazing and still going strong. Incredible performance right out of the box. Practically indistinguishable from cane reeds. As a Bass Trombonist who loves doubling on Woodwinds, these are a must have! I don’t have the time nor necessity to keep up with cane reed maintenance, so these are a life saver. Wonderful tone, excellent response, crisp articulation, and many, many more adjectives. I cannot speak LOUDER about the quality and build these reeds provide. Notes all the way in the basement are rich and full and the upper register doesn’t suffer from the body of the reed. I love my purchase and will CONTINUE to buy from here until I am proven these reeds are bad. Which will be impossible. Thank you to the team at Légère for all of your incredible work. Definitely a lifelong customer here!

Thank you for the thoughtful and detailed review, we appreciate your comments!

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David Richardson (Seattle, US)
Brought confidence for the first time to playing my paperclip contra-alto clarinet

Reeds were easy on my Bundy but a difficulty changing to a Leblanc paperclip. I initially tried wood and plastic for contra clarinet, bass & bari sax. None played well or sounded good. A low clarinet group suggested 1.5 - 2.0. This worked, but squeaked with difficult intonation. As my embouchure improved, so did my reed strength preference. I risked another Legere contra clarinet reed, this time a 2.5, and discovered a reed that sounds well, doesn't squeak, helps hold intonation, and for the first time, gives me confidence playing this instrument.

Thank you for the thoughtful and detailed review, we appreciate your comments!

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Danyal Medley (Adrian, US)
Love Légère reeds!

I have them for my Tenor Sax, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet and Contra Alto Clarinet. They play easy, are convenient to use (no dry reeds), and they last longer than the wooden reeds. My son also uses them.

Thanks for the thoughtful review! Glad you're enjoying your reed!