Vandoren TRADITIONAL 3 - PICCOLO
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Key Reference : the "blue box" reed highly appreciated by demanding musicians for its versatility.
- Precise Response : easy sound production and clear attacks, including at low dynamics (pianissimo) in the upper register.
- Bright and Rich Tone : lively timbre, ideal for gaining presence without losing control.
- Mastered Craftsmanship : selected cane and Vandoren expertise, with individual packaging protecting against humidity.
Manufacturer Information
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The "Blue Box": A Vandoren Classic at the Heart of Modern Playing
The Vandoren Traditional reeds are part of the historical standards among clarinetists. Designed and crafted with a high level of demand, they follow a logic of consistency and performance, with manufacturing rooted in the south of France. Vandoren controls the entire process, from cane cultivation to machining, to ensure the consistent playing quality sought after daily.
Who Is This Strength 3 Reed for Piccolo Clarinet Intended For?
With a strength 3, this reed is aimed at intermediate to professional musicians seeking a good balance between resistance and flexibility. It suits many musical styles (classical, wind orchestra, chamber music, pop), especially when a reliable response and clean articulation are desired in both legato and staccato playing.
Response, Projection, and Homogeneity: A Reed Designed for All Registers
Made from cane, this Traditional reed aims for homogeneous vibration across the entire range. It promotes good projection and a sense of control in interval transitions, while maintaining a clear attack. Its sound character, often perceived as bright and rich in timbre, helps to gain presence, particularly in the upper registers.
- Individual packaging protects against changes in humidity.
Technical specifications
| Category | piccolo clarinet | Color | Blue |
| Force | 3 | Quantity | 10 |
| Material | reed | ||
| Reed type | single | Manufacturing | handcrafted in the south of France |
| Strength | 3 | Withdrawal information | product subject to specific withdrawal rights ; for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it cannot be refunded or exchanged. |
| Packaging | box of 10 reeds | ||
Questions frequently asked
Are Vandoren Traditional 3 reeds compatible with a piccolo clarinet?
These reeds are specifically designed for the piccolo clarinet and are offered in strength 3.
What level corresponds to a strength 3 reed for piccolo clarinet?
Strength 3 is aimed at intermediate to professional players. It seeks a balance between resistance and flexibility. This strength promotes clean articulation in both legato and staccato.
What sound does a Vandoren Traditional cane reed produce?
Made from cane, it aims for a homogeneous vibration across the entire range. Its sound character is described as bright and rich in timbre, with good projection.
How many reeds are included in the Vandoren blue box for piccolo?
The packaging contains 10 cane piccolo clarinet reeds.
Can an opened box of reeds be returned?
For hygiene reasons, an opened box cannot be refunded or exchanged.



