The Signature I have goes down to a 1.75. This is for my Alto. Thanks for that information. Very informative! Ya the American cut seems to have brighter tone.
I like and play both reeds. I think both have strengths and weaknesses. The Signature is warmer, but I seem to get more variation in clarity from note to note. For me, the American Cut has excellent clarity, but leans in the brighter direction. Which I pick depends on the sound I'm going for in the moment. If the Signature and American Cut had a baby, I'd be set for life.
Thanks Dan. I have not tried the American cut yet on all my saxes but did try the Signature. I still prefer cane at this point but after watching your video I might give them a try.
Hey Danny. Thanks for the vid. Very informative. How would you compare reed strengths with standard cane reeds? Would purchasing the same strength as the cane reeds I buy be ideal or do they tend to be harder/softer than cane?
Hey Smooshy! Thanks for your comment! It really depends on what cane you are playing. I would go online and search for "legere strength chart" and they compare a handful of commonly used cane reed strengths to the different legere cuts. Plus remember that legere has a strength exchange policy if what you end up with is too soft or hard. You can check out my videos on "breaking in legere reeds" and "softening legere reeds" for more info. I don't recommend you mess with the actual softening technique I mention, but I talk about finding the right strength in that video.
Thanks Danny, I've been wondering about the new American cut. I've been a 'beginner' for about 2 years, struggling with a Legere classic 2.25 on my sporadic practice sessions, but maybe I should try something softer to get those low notes, and to make the rest sing. (Jean Paul alto with Yamaha 4C)
Thanks for the comment Robyn! If you think 2.25 is about right for you, I might recommend getting the same strength but as a Legere Signature, and then taking advantage of their strength exchange policy if you find it is either too soft or too hard.
Hey Nicolas thanks for the comment! This stuff is all very subjective and personal preference, so I couldn't really recommend one over the other for you as what you like and what I like might be different! That being said, I think the signature reed is more versatile and a good bet if you haven't played a legere before. The American is more of a niche reed in my opinion. If you can afford it maybe get both and see which you like better!
Thank you. I use American Cut on Saxophones and European cut I’m Clarinet. I really like the American coach on baritone saxophone. I’ve had a little bit of trouble in general during a heat wave I don’t know if I trust affected anyone else? Thank you for your video please do some more dosh God bless you and yours- Bill - UK
All I would like to know is I use a 3.5 strength Kane to switch to the synthetic will I go up or down of the strength of the legere thanks be safe God blessings to all
Hey Pedro. I honestly haven't played the American cut in quite some time but my best guess is that low notes would be easier to produce on the signature. Not sure if that is what you meant by "best." Hope that helps some!
Quiero adquirir alguna caña legere american mi boquilla berg Lancer es 120 2. SMS que número me recomiendas gracias y espero respuesta y una Vandoren T95 35 AS saludos
Hi Ro Ma. Reed strength is a completely personal choice and I think I'd be doing you a disservice by recommending one. I would suggest however that you find the Legere reed strength chart online and use it to determine a good strength, based on what type and strength cane reed you play. Hope that helps some!
