Vandoren TRADITIONAL 3.5 - CR1135
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Immediate response across the entire range : clear attacks, including in soft dynamics, and stability in extreme registers.
- Rich timbre and projection : a sound that is full, bright, and very clear, appreciated both in solo and ensemble settings.
- Proven cut balance : very fine tip and thicker heart for precise articulation and beautiful sound density.
- Box of 10 in flow-pack : each reed is protected from humidity variations for better consistency upon opening.
Manufacturer Information
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The Vandoren Reference: An Iconic Cut at the Heart of the Range
Recognized as a reliable choice among clarinetists, Vandoren Traditional reeds (the famous blue box ) stand out due to a historic design that has become a standard. Vandoren relies on complete mastery of the manufacturing chain, from cane cultivation to machining, with expertise developed in the south of France. This "classic" positioning within the Vandoren range aims for consistency, musicality, and reliable performance, both in rehearsals and concerts.
For Which Clarinetist and Styles?
With a strength of 3.5, this model is mainly intended for intermediate to advanced musicians seeking more endurance, stability, and control (notably in intonation and dynamics). They suit many genres: classical, wind orchestra, chamber music, but also pop and jazz when a clean articulation and structured projection are desired. The exact feel will depend on the mouthpiece and tip opening, but the Traditionnelle remains a very versatile cut.
Sound and Design
The signature of this reed is based on a precise balance: a very fine tip (maximum vibration zone) combined with a more pronounced spine (more material gradually towards the heel). The result: easier response, pleasant homogeneity across registers, and particularly clean articulation in both legato and staccato. On the Eb clarinet, this structure helps maintain a dense and centered sound while retaining responsiveness and clarity in attacks.
Technical specifications
| Category | Eb clarinet | Heel thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Force | 3,5 | Color | Blue |
| Material | reed | Quantity | 10 |
| Toe thickness | 0.09 mm | ||
| Reed type | traditional | Tip thickness | 0.09 |
| Manufacturing | handcrafted shaping and precision machining by Vandoren | Box of | 10 reeds |
| Packaging | individual flow-pack packaging (protection against humidity variations) | Visual marker | horizontal line delimiting the area where the bark is scraped |
| Strength | 3.5 | Specific right of withdrawal | for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it cannot be refunded or exchanged |
| Profile | thin tip and thicker heart (a balance that promotes articulation and stability) | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Do Vandoren Traditional 3.5 reeds fit an Eb clarinet?
This box contains 10 cane reeds designed for the Eb clarinet, with a strength of 3.5.
What skill level corresponds to a 3.5 strength for Eb clarinet?
Strength 3.5 is mainly suited for intermediate to advanced players. It provides more support and control, especially regarding intonation and dynamics.
What sound do these Traditional reeds produce for the Eb clarinet?
The 0.09 mm tip promotes vibration and attack responsiveness. The 2.8 mm heel and the thicker heart contribute to a dense and centered sound. Homogeneity across registers and clarity of articulation are targeted by this cut.
Are these Eb reeds suitable for classical and jazz music?
The Traditional cut is recommended for classical, wind orchestra, chamber music, popular styles, and jazz, offering a structured articulation.
How are the reeds packaged and can they be returned after opening?
Each reed is protected in an individual flow-pack wrapping to limit humidity variations. For hygiene reasons, opened boxes cannot be refunded or exchanged.
