Selmer PREMIUM 3.5 - BB CLARINET (X10)

The Return to the Roots of a Leading Wind Instrument Brand

Henri SELMER Paris reconnects with one of the brand's origins: reed making, Henri Selmer's first activity since 1885. The "Soloist" or "Omega" reeds have accompanied generations of musicians thanks to their reliability. Today, this new range is part of the manufacturing's dynamic product development, already recognized for clarinets, saxophones, and mouthpieces, with a clear ambition: to offer modern, consistent, and musically inspiring reeds.

For Which Clarinetists and Styles?

These Henri SELMER Paris reeds for Bb clarinet are aimed at musicians from the advanced beginner to professional levels who seek consistency from reed to reed and a well-constructed sound. With a strength of 3.5, they are particularly suited to clarinetists with an established embouchure who want good support, clean articulation, and a more robust tone. They perform well in classical, wind orchestra, chamber music, and can also meet expectations in pop styles when roundness and stability are desired.

Sound and Design

Made from cane (Arundo Donax reeds) sourced from a preserved natural environment, these reeds rely on a fiber-rich raw material to promote longevity and a consistent response. The new profile, developed with acoustic expertise and musicians from various backgrounds, aims for comfortable projection, with a sensation of density in the sound, a pleasant roundness in the midrange, and a warmth that helps maintain a homogeneous color. The laser marking placed on the bark (and not on the table) helps preserve vibration and playing flexibility, while making the strength easily identifiable.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To fully exploit the consistency of these reeds, a suitable reed case and a Bb clarinet swab are good daily complements. Simple humidity control (ventilated storage box) can also help stabilize the cane's behavior between rehearsals.

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