D'ADDARIO Royal Hemke Organic 3 - Tenor Saxophone

Name: Royal Hemke Organic 3 - Tenor Saxophone
Brand: D'ADDARIO
SKU: 11928
Price: 31.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.33 (6 reviews)

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Essential Information About Frederick L. Hemke Reeds

Darker timbre, sought after in both classical and jazz for a refined tone.
French cut with a finer tip: clear articulation and more immediate response.
Shorter tip opening: smoother playing feel and warmer sound.
Natural cane, designed and manufactured in the USA, in packs of 5 reeds.

Royal Hemke Organic 3 - Tenor Saxophone

31,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

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A "signature" reed within the D'Addario catalog

Developed around the sound aesthetic associated with Frederick L. Hemke, these D'Addario reeds aim for an elegant and controlled sound reproduction. The brand relies on consistent manufacturing from natural cane to offer a reed with a strong character and reliable response.

For which musicians and styles?

Frederick L. Hemke reeds are suitable both for beginners seeking a more stable emission and for advanced musicians looking for a more refined sound. Their balance is particularly well-suited to classical, jazz repertoires and contexts where attack precision and subtlety of nuance matter.

French cut: clarity, warmth, and response

The finer tip promotes a quick response and more precise articulation, while the shorter tip opening contributes to a more direct feel and warmer tones. The French cut provides definition in the sound, with an overall darker and more sophisticated color.

Technical specifications

Category	tenor sax	Quantity	5
Material	reed

Tone	darker	File	shorter
Strength	depending on the selected reference	Packaging	pack of 5 reeds
Cut	French cut	Compatibility	tenor saxophone
Tip	finer	Design and manufacturing	United States

Customer reviews

What customers say

Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews

Tenor saxophone reeds praised for jazzy, dark sound and quality. Customers said "great reeds for a jazzy sound" with high usability rates per box. Some noted they play softer than expected for strength 3 and may weaken quickly over time. Overall positive feedback on longevity and consistent performance.

Review highlights

“Great reeds for a jazzy sound. No waste among the reeds in the box!”
“Super dark sound and longevity.”
“High percentage of usable reeds in each box.”

Based on 6 reviews

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daniel d.02/06/2016

Hemke reeds are still as good as in the past, super dark sound and long lasting.
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client(e)10/08/2021

Very good reeds for a jazzy sound. No waste among the reeds in the box!
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client(e)03/08/2021

A large percentage of reeds that can be used in each box.
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Danielle R.31/12/2021

Perfect products
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Florentin27/06/2020

Pleasant and soft reeds (the stiffness is gradual). I have been using it recently but it seems to be weakening quite quickly. Do not hesitate to take a reed that is a little firmer than, for example, a Van Dooren.
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Questions frequently asked

Are these reeds compatible with a tenor saxophone?

These cane reeds are exclusively designed for the tenor saxophone.

What sound do the Hemke Organic tenor reeds produce?

The French cut promotes a darker and more sophisticated tone. The thin tip provides definition, while the short tip rail supports a warm color.

Which strength should be chosen for the D'Addario Rico Royal Hemke Organic 3 tenor reeds?

The strength depends on the chosen reference. Reference 3 corresponds to a strength 3.

Are Hemke reeds suitable for jazz and classical music?

Their balance is adapted to both classical and jazz repertoires. The precise articulation and fine nuance meet the demands of contexts requiring control of sound production.