Vandoren V12 Bb Clarinet Reeds Size 3.5 (Box of 10)
The longer palette on the V12 reed means that more of the reed is
vibrating, resulting in a deeper, richer sound. Bb clarinet V•12 reeds
are manufactured from cane tubes with the same diameter as cane used for
alto saxophone reeds. As a result, they have a thicker heel and are cut
on a longer palette with a slightly thicker tip than the Traditional.
The longer palette means that more of the reed is vibrating, resulting
in a deeper, richer sound. The thicker tip gives body to the attack and
also increases the longevity of the reed. The introduction of the 3 1⁄2+
strength allows a smaller and more specific gradation, resulting in
reeds that are more consistent within the same strength. Resulting in
reeds that are more consistent within the same strength.