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This instrument or product has been carefully played/used and returned to us in virtually new condition, however its packaging may not meet the standards set by the factory. Also, it no longer carries the manufacturer's warranty. If you're looking for a virtually new instrument in possibly less-than-perfect packaging, this is a great value. We feel so strongly you'll like what you see, we're including our 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee on instruments and 30 days on accessories, to this used product making it a no-risk purchase.
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Rico Plasticover Tenor Saxophone ReedsDesigned to resist moisture and climate changes, Plasticover is ideal for use in outdoor ensembles such as marching band, and for doublers who need to make quick changes between instruments. Whether in moist tropics or in desert heat, Plasticover responds instantly. The durable coating also provides a clear, projecting tone, making Plasticover a favorite with jazz, studio and pop musicians.
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I used these Plasticovers when they first came out in in the late sixties or early seventies. They were great. I play almost daily. I stopped using them about 20 years ago because the standard dropped and they were no longer consistent. Tried them again about 8 years ago and found them to be even worse, so I have been playing Rico Royals 95% of the time, but boy, is it time consuming to get one to sound like you want it! When you do find a good one, they can sound great (the Royals), but it's a lot of work & very hit or miss. They are VERY inconsistent. I've tried all of the more expensive reeds, but they don't suit me nor do the synthetics. So now there's a new packaging. Maybe the latest Plasticovers are back to their old standard, so I am going to buy several boxes with a positive attitude and hopefully I'll be really happy again. After all these years, I still adore the saxophone, but often I really envy those guitar & keyboard players who can go to their instruments and know what they're going to sound like just about every time! We have sent men to the moon, surely someone can come up with a synthetic reed that is going to sound as good as a good cane reed and be playable every time. I've dreamed about that all of my long career and if such a product were to exist I would be prepared to pay handsomely for it!
I used these reeds for marching and pep band. They had decent performance; however, the plastic coating gradually chipped off over the school year. It chipped off where I held my embrochure and at the place where the reeds met the mouthpiece. These reeds are NOT something you would want to use for concert band; their tone is not concert quality. However, they work well for marching band.
I admit I was just curious so I bought 2.5s for tenor based on other reviews. I tried them on my Yamaha 5C and Rico Graphonite B7 - very buzzy on both. This may be what your looking for, but it's not for me. One thing I have to say, every one I tried was consistent in character...bzzz. There's probably a place for them (I remember some cold winter nights in marching band...), but can't see them for daily use.
Generally I would find 2 or maybe 3 reeds per box that I felt I could use for a gig. It got to be pretty expensive to buy a box of 5 reeds only to find 2 that I could get the sound I was looking for out of a reed. Much of this has to do with the mouth pieces as well. Since switching to the Rico Plasticovers, I find that I am consistently getting 5 out of 5 gig ready reeds for my soprano and alto and 3 to 4 out of 5 for my tenor. I have never found this consistency with any other reed. You just put it on the mouthpiece and it is show time. I have been using the Rico plasticovers for maybe 15 years now and have no desire to experiment with other reeds. They work for me.
I have been playing saxophone for 15-years and have tried all kinds of reeds throughout the years. These are excellent reeds, very versatile. I use these reeds on my Otto Link Super Tone Master 8 with Gospel Jazz and Contemporary Jazz, and on my Otto Link Super Tone Master NY 8 with Big band and Soft Ballads. Many people say you can't use them for a Paul Desmond or Stan Gets tone But I can get any tone I want out of these reeds just by adjusting my embouchure. I highly recommend these reeds for anyone looking for a very versatile reed that will do anything you want. Consistency is a little quirky at times so just be careful when you buy these and get a couple of boxes just to be safe.
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