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This relaunch is also part of the recent dynamism of the manufacturer across its entire range (instruments and mouthpieces), with a guiding idea: to offer reeds that are more consistent, more transparent, and easier to live with daily, without sacrificing the sonic personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor Which Soprano Saxophonist and Styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003esoprano saxophone reeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are intended for both \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional\u003c\/strong\u003e saxophonists seeking consistency within the box and a reed that \"responds\" quickly. 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