D'addario - Rico RICO ROYAL BB CLARINET REEDS 2
Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!
Couldn't load pickup availability
Information
Information
Manufacturer Information
D'addario - Rico
https://www.daddario.com
------------------------
Safety manager:
D'Addario Europe Ltd
Email:
Address:
Rico Royal: A Classic in the "Rico" Range Focused on Performance
The Rico Royal series has established itself as a reliable choice for musicians seeking a dependable, consistent, and easy-to-control reed. Within the Rico reed family, the Royal stands out with a design aimed at achieving a better balance between playability and sound definition, featuring modernized production over time to enhance consistency. It is also offered in a wider range of strengths than some historic Rico references (often nicknamed "Orange Box"), making precise resistance selection easier.
For Which Musician and Styles?
Designed for advanced players, Rico Royal reeds are intended for instrumentalists who want a responsive reed capable of maintaining a stable dynamic and controlled intonation across the entire range. Their profile is particularly suited to contexts where timbre clarity is essential: classical repertoire (clean attack, centered sound) as well as jazz (projection, articulation, flexibility). They can also be an excellent choice for ensemble musicians (wind orchestra, big band) whenever consistent and predictable sound production is a priority.
Sound and Design
The Rico Royal aims for a clear and well-defined sound, with a response that remains balanced in the low, mid, and high registers. Its design is based on a blade (the main vibrating area of the reed) described as more robust, which promotes stability and sound hold while maintaining a controllable playing feel. The intended result: a cleaner sound production, more readable articulation, and appreciable uniformity when moving through registers or dynamics. The 2.0 strength corresponds to a rather soft to medium resistance depending on the instrument, mouthpiece opening, and your air column, and can help achieve a quick response without forcing.
Technical specifications
| Category | Bb clarinet |
| Material | reed |
| Quantity | 3 |
| Series | Rico Royal |
| Strength | 2.0 |
| Supplier indication | American cut |
| Packaging | pack of 3 reeds |
| Recommended uses | jazz or classical |
| Declared response | balanced across all registers, with more clarity in sound |
| Manufacturing | state-of-the-art machines and advanced processes for improved consistency |
| Product subject to a specific withdrawal right | for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it cannot be returned under withdrawal rights (neither refunded nor exchanged). |
Questions frequently asked
Are Rico Royal 2 reeds compatible with a Bb clarinet?
These reeds are designed for the Bb clarinet and are made from cane.
What resistance does a Rico Royal strength 2 reed correspond to?
Strength 2.0 corresponds to a rather soft to medium resistance. The feel also depends on the mouthpiece opening and the airstream used.
What sound do Rico Royal American cut reeds produce?
The American cut and reinforced vamp aim for a clear and focused sound. The response is described as balanced from low to high registers, with clear articulation. This design promotes stable sound production during dynamic variations.
Are Rico Royal 2 reeds suitable for jazz and classical music?
This series is recommended for jazz or classical, targeting projection and focused sound depending on the musical context.
How many reeds are included in the Rico Royal 2 Bb clarinet pack?
The packaging includes 3 Rico Royal reeds of strength 2.0.
