Vandoren WHITE MASTER 3.5 - CR1635

A German Cut Designed for the Demands of Clarinetists

These reeds for Bb clarinet are crafted with a German cut, a profile often chosen by clarinetists who prioritize stability, sound hold, and precise articulation. Made from cane, they follow the tradition of natural reeds, always favored for their musicality and their ability to "live" with the player's performance.

For Which Musician and Styles?

With a strength of 3.5, these reeds are aimed at intermediate to advanced clarinetists, or even experienced players already comfortable with increased resistance. They are particularly suitable for repertoires where intonation, sound hold, and timbre quality are essential, such as classical, wind orchestra, and chamber music, while remaining usable in various styles depending on the mouthpiece and ligature.

Sound and Design

Cane offers a rich sound, with a natural grain and a beautiful range of nuances. The German cut generally promotes a more focused sound production and a feeling of resistance that can help stabilize attack, note sustain, and register homogeneity. At strength 3.5, the reed requires more air and commitment but can reward the player with a more structured sound and better control, especially in sustained passages.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the consistency and lifespan of your reeds, a clarinet reed case (standard size) and a ventilated reed holder are relevant options. A Bb clarinet swab also helps limit residual moisture inside the instrument after playing, which aids in keeping reeds more stable over time.

Technical specifications

Category	Bb clarinet	Color	White
Force	3,5	Quantity	10
Material	reed

Cut	German	Packaging	box of 10 reeds
Strength	3.5	Product subject to a specific right of withdrawal	for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it will not be eligible for withdrawal and cannot be refunded or exchanged.
Profile	German cut