Rico Reeds
NEW PRODUCTS 2011
Reserve Classic Alto Sax
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• Reserve Classic features a new tip design to offer unparalleled consistency. • Offers players the tonal richness that professional performance situations demand. • Made exclusively from lower-internode cane providing the highest consistency. DIASTEMA QUARTET
• Thicker blank for more resonant sound and filed cut for greater flexibility.
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RICO REEDS
CLARINET REEDS
Rico™ Reserve Classic™
Designed by clarinetists for clarinetists, Reserve Classic reeds offer the perfect combination of flexibility and projection. Like all Reserve reeds, only the lower sections of each cane pole are selected — a technique Rico has pioneered that yields the highest-density cane available resulting in greater consistency from reed to reed.
Retail 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.0+ 3.5 3.5+ 4.0 4.0+ 4.5
Box of 10 Bb Clarinet $57.50 RCT1020 RCT1025 RCT1030 RCT1035 RCT10355 RCT1040 RCT10405 RCT1045
Box of 10 German Clarinet $57.50 RCR1015D RCR1020D RCR1025D RCR1030D
Designed for a wide variety of playing situations, Rico “Orange Box” reeds are cut from our most flexible grade of cane. The ease of play, affordable price, and convenient packaging options are why more musicians worldwide find Rico the best value.
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Besides 10- and 25-packs, Rico reeds are available in convenient 3-reed packs. The Rico 3-pack is a perfect quantity for rental instruments and especially for students, who need to have spare reeds.
• Medium blank taper for flexibility
• Designed for ease of play
• Gradual tip radius for tonal warmth and quick response
• Unfiled for powerful tone
• Traditional tip thickness for quick articulation
• Priced affordably for educators
• 3.0+ strength available for bass clarinet, 3.5+ and 4.0+ strengths available for Bb clarinet
• Available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
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“Making music is so much easier with the new Rico Classic Reserve reed. The high quality and consistency is unmatched by any other reed on the market.“ - Mark Nuccio
Box of 5 Bass Clarinet $40.00
• Offered in quantities of 3 and 10 reeds, and the 25 Novapak™ reed dispenser
3-Pack
Boxes of 10
New York Philharmonic
RCR1035D
RER0520 RER0525 RER0530 RER05305 RER0535
RCR1040D
RER0540
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Bb $8.75 RCA0315 RCA0320 RCA0325 RCA0330 RCA0335
Alto Clarinet Bass Clarinet $12.75 $15.25 REA0315 RDA0320 REA0320 RDA0325 REA0325 REA0330
Bb $28.75 RCA1015 RCA1020 RCA1025 RCA1030 RCA1035
Boxes of 25 (dispenser pack) Contra Alto/ Contra Bass Cl. Bass Clarinet Bass Sax $50.50 $84.50 REA1015 RFA1015 REA1020 RFA1020 REA1025 RFA1025 REA1030 RFA1030 REA1035 RFA1035
Rico Reserve™
Rico Royal™
• Crafted from high-density, lower-internode cane that produces more durable, consistent reeds
• French-filed for flexibility and fast response, with premium cane for consistent response
• Color video inspection sorts cane quality and optical laser measurements ensure accuracy
• Works well for classical and concert band applications
Reserve reeds are the result of five years of extensive research working with an array of international artists. More than $10 million has been invested in agricultural and manufacturing development to produce the finest reed ever.
• State-of-the-art polishing creates a smooth surface and precision natural-diamond cutters maintain reed consistency • Reed Vitalizer™ 2-way humidity control packs protect reeds from cracking
“The Reserve reeds are amazingly consistent, resonant and warm. They have all the qualities that I search for in a great reed.“ - Anthony McGill Metropolitan Opera
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Eb $78.25 RBA2515 RBA2520 RBA2525 RBA2530 RBA2535
Bb $67.50 RCA2515 RCA2520 RCA2525 RCA2530 RCA2535 RCA2540
Alto Clarinet $101.50 RDA2515 RDA2520 RDA2525 RDA2530 RDA2535
Bass Clarinet $126.75 REA2515 REA2520 REA2525 REA2530 REA2535 REA2540
Rico Royal reeds have a more traditional French-filed cut for increased response, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available for the full range of clarinets and conveniently packaged in boxes of 10 reeds.
Boxes of 5 Bb German Clarinet Clarinet Retail $22.50 $24.75 RCR0520D 2 RCR0525 RCR0525D 2.5 RCR0530 RCR0530D 3 RCR0535 RCR0535D 3.5 3.5+ RCR05355 RCR0540 4 RCR0545 RCR0540D 4.5
Retail 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 5
3-Pack Bb $9.25 RCB0315 RCB0320 RCB0325 RCB0330
Boxes of 10 Eb $32.00 RBB1010 RBB1015 RBB1020 RBB1025 RBB1030 RBB1035 RBB1040 RBB1050
Bb $30.75 RCB1010 RCB1015 RCB1020 RCB1025 RCB1030 RCB1035 RCB1040 RCB1050
Alto Clar. $44.25
Bass $57.50
RDB1015 RDB1020 RDB1025 RDB1030 RDB1035 RDB1040
REB1015 REB1020 REB1025 REB1030 REB1035 REB1040
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RICO REEDS
La Voz™
Plasticover™
Unfiled cut
Crafted from premium cane for consistent response and playability, La Voz is the choice of professional saxophone and clarinet players. Unfiled for a deep, powerful tone, La Voz is the reed of choice for many of the world’s top jazz musicians. Available for clarinet and saxophone in boxes of 10 reeds.
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Retail Soft Medium-Soft Medium Med-Hard Hard
Boxes of 10 Bb $30.75 RCC10SF RCC10MS RCC10MD RCC10MH RCC10HD
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• Unfiled for powerful tone
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• Premium cane for consistent response
Bass Clarinet $55.25 REC10SF REC10MS REC10MD REC10MH REC10HD
How do you store your reeds? turn to page 116 to learn more about Rico’s reed storage options!
Designed to resist moisture and climate changes, Plasticover is ideal for use in outdoor ensembles such as marching band, and for doublers who need to make quick changes between instruments. Whether in moist tropics or in desert heat, Plasticover responds instantly. The durable coating also provides a clear, projecting tone, making Plasticover a favorite with jazz, studio, and pop musicians. Boxes of 5 • Coated with plastic to resist changes in moisture and climate Bb • Coating provides durability and clear tone Retail $25.75 RRP05BCL100 1 • Most flexible grade of cane for instant response RRP05BCL150 1.5 • French-filed for fast response RRP05BCL200 2 RRP05BCL250 2.5 RRP05BCL300 3 RRP05BCL350 3.5 RRP05BCL400 4
Grand Concert Select™
Unrivaled tone, consistency & longevity The Grand Concert Select family of reeds features more material in the heart for a pure, warm, transparent tone quality. It is stable and consistent from pianissimo to fortissimo, in all registers. The revolutionary cut provides unrivaled flexibility for precise articulation and interval changes. Grand Concert Select offers unparalleled reed-to-reed consistency with unprecedented longevity. • More wood in the heart for better projection
Mitchell Lurie
™
• Premium cane for longevity
Designed for flexibility Mitchell Lurie reeds are double-cut to exact tolerances, producing a reed that is consistent and flexible for professionals and advancing students. Both lines use Rico’s premium grade of cane, offering additional consistency.
• Outstanding articulation and response
Mitchell Lurie Standard reeds (box of 10 reeds) are unfiled for a deep, dark tone. Mitchell Lurie Premium reeds box of 5 reeds) are filed for a fast response and flexibility. • Premium-grade cane for consistent response and playability • Slightly thinner tip for ease of play, and quick response and articulation
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• Mitchell Lurie Premium reeds are filed for flexibility and fast response • Mitchell Lurie reeds are unfiled for a deep, dark tone
e A NOTE FROM SALES
With millions of dollars invested, Rico’s quality is better than ever for every reed we make. Mitchell Lurie is a great value for students, making it the perfect step up reed.
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5 box Premium Bb Retail $17.25 RMLP5BCL150 1.5 RMLP5BCL200 2 RMLP5BCL250 2.5 RMLP5BCL300 3 RMLP5BCL350 3.5 RMLP5BCL400 4 RMLP5BCL450 4.5 RMLP5BCL500 5
Boxes of 10 Bb $32.00 RML10BCL150 RML10BCL200 RML10BCL250 RML10BCL300 RML10BCL350 RML10BCL400 RML10BCL450 RML10BCL500
Retail 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5
Boxes of 10 Eb Clarinet Eb $44.25 RGC10ECL250 RGC10ECL300 RGC10ECL350 RGC10ECL400 RGC10ECL450
Evolution Bb $46.25 RGE10BCL250 RGE10BCL300 RGE10BCL350 RGE10BCL400 RGE10BCL450 RGE10BCL500
Thick Blank Bb $46.25 RGT10BCL200 RGT10BCL250 RGT10BCL300 RGT10BCL350 RGT10BCL400 RGT10BCL450
Traditional Blank Bb $37.00 RGC10BCL200 RGC10BCL250 RGC10BCL300 RGC10BCL350 RGC10BCL400 RGC10BCL450
Boxes of 5 Bass Clarinet Bass $30.50 RGB05SCL200 RGB05SCL250 RGB05SCL300 RGB05SCL350 RGB05SCL400
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SAXOPHONE REEDS CHECK OUT: what people are saying about the reserve classic reed
Rico™
Reserve Classic™
• Designed for ease of play
• Made exclusively from lower-internode cane providing the highest consistency
• Unfiled for powerful tone
• Thicker blank for more resonant sound
• Priced affordably for educators
Retail 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.0+ 3.5 4.0 4.5
“For years I always felt as though I was making a compromise in selecting a reed. With the Rico Reserve line, I can walk on stage conf i dent that the reed will play as it should, offering the warm, pure, centered sound I prefer.“
Box of 10 Alto Saxophone $53.50 RJR1020 RJR1025 RJR1030 RJR10305 RJR1035 RJR1040 RJR1045
- Stephen Page Zzyzx Quartet
Rico Reserve™
Reserve reeds are the result of five years extensive research working with an array of international artists. More than $10 million has been invested in agricultural and manufacturing development to produce the finest reed ever.
Alto Tenor $12.75 $16.25 RJA0315 RKA0315 RJA0320 RKA0320 RJA0325 RKA0325 RJA0330 RKA0330 RJA0335
Baritone $21.25 RLA0315 RLA0320 RLA0325 RLA0330
Boxes of 10 Soprano Alto $36.00 $41.00 RIA1015 RJA1015 RIA1020 RJA1020 RIA1025 RJA1025 RIA1030 RJA1030 RIA1035 RJA1035
Tenor $54.75 RKA1015 RKA1020 RKA1025 RKA1030 RKA1035
Baritone $70.50 RLA1015 RLA1020 RLA1025 RLA1030 RLA1035
Boxes of 25 (dispenser pack) Soprano Alto Tenor $91.50 $102.00 $135.50 RIA2515 RJA2515 RKA2515 RIA2520 RJA2520 RKA2520 RIA2525 RJA2525 RKA2525 RIA2530 RJA2530 RKA2530 RIA2535 RJA2535 RKA2535 RIA2540 RJA2540 RKA2540
Baritone $170.50 RLA2515 RLA2520 RLA2525 RLA2530 RLA2535 RLA2540
• Works well for classical and jazz applications • Premium cane for consistent response
• Reed Vitalizer™ 2-way humidity control packs protect reeds from cracking
“The advanced technology that has gone into the development of Reserve translates into a quality of sound, f l exibility,l and consistency that is unmatched. Reserve has given us an ease and satisfaction through all registers in our chamber music explorations.“ - Christophe Bois Diastema Quartet
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3-Pack Soprano $11.50 RIA0315 RIA0320 RIA0325 RIA0330
• Offered in quantities of 3 and 10 reeds, and the 25 Novapak™ reed dispenser
• French filed for flexibility and fast response
• State-of-the-art polishing creates a smooth surface and precision natural-diamond cutters maintain reed consistency
Retail 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5
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Rico Royal reeds have a more traditional French-filed cut for increased response, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available for the full range of saxophone and conveniently packaged in boxes of 10 reeds and now 3-packs.
• Color video inspection sorts cane quality and optical laser measurements ensure accuracy
Baritone Saxophone $55.25 RLR0520 RLR0525 RLR0530 RLR0535 RLR0540 RLR0545
• Available for full range of clarinets and saxophones
Rico Royal™
• Crafted from high-density, lower-internode cane that produces more durable, consistent reeds
Boxes of 5 Tenor Saxophone $34.75 RKR0520 RKR0525 RKR0530 RKR0535 RKR0540 RKR0545
Besides 10- and 25-packs, Rico reeds are available in convenient 3-reed packs. The Rico 3-pack is a perfect quantity for rental instruments and especially for students, who need to have spare reeds.
• The only saxophone reed available in 3.0+ strength
• Filed cut for greater flexability
Boxes of 10 Soprano Saxophone $26.00 RIR0520 RIR0525 RIR0530 RIR0535 RIR0540
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Designed by saxophonists for saxophonists, Reserve Classic reeds offer the perfect combination of flexibility and projection. Like all Reserve reeds, only the lower sections of each cane pole are selected — a technique Rico has pioneered that yields the highest-density cane available resulting in greater consistency from reed to reed.
Designed for a wide variety of playing situations, Rico “Orange Box” reeds are cut from our most flexible grade of cane. The ease of play, affordable price, and convenient packaging options are why more musicians worldwide find Rico the best value.
3-Pack Alto Retail $14.00 1 RJB0315 1.5 RJB0320 2 RJB0325 2.5 RJB0330 3 3.5 4 5
Boxes of 10 Soprano Alto $37.50 $44.25 RIB1010 RJB1010 RKB0315 RIB1015 RJB1015 RKB0320 RIB1020 RJB1020 RKB0325 RIB1025 RJB1025 RKB0330 RIB1030 RJB1030 RIB1035 RJB1035 RIB1040 RJB1040 RJB1050
Tenor $19.00
Tenor $60.50 RKB1010 RKB1015 RKB1020 RKB1025 RKB1030 RKB1035 RKB1040 RKB1050
Baritone $79.25 RLB1010 RLB1015 RLB1020 RLB1025 RLB1030 RLB1035 RLB1040 RLB1050
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RICO REEDS
Grand Concert Select™
Unrivaled tone, consistency, and longevity
La Voz™
The Grand Concert Select family of reeds features more material in the heart for a pure, warm, transparent tone quality, stable and consistent from pianissimo to fortissimo, in all registers. The revolutionary cut provides unrivaled flexibility for precise articulation and registral changes. Grand Concert Select offers unparalleled reed-to-reed consistency with unprecedented longevity.
Crafted from premium cane for consistent response and playability, La Voz is the choice of professional saxophone and clarinet players. Unfiled for a deep, powerful tone, La Voz is the reed of choice for many of the world’s top jazz musicians. Available for clarinet and saxophone in boxes of 10 reeds.
• More wood in the heart for better projection • Premium cane for longevity • Outstanding articulation and response
Retail 2.5 3 3.5 4
Boxes of 10 Soprano $35.75 RGC10SSX250 RGC10SSX300 RGC10SSX350 RGC10SSX400
Alto $47.00 RGC10ASX250 RGC10ASX300 RGC10ASX350 RGC10ASX400
Boxes of 5 Tenor $32.00 RGC05TSX250 RGC05TSX300 RGC05TSX350 RGC05TSX400
Unfiled cut
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Baritone $53.75 RGC05BSX250 RGC05BSX300 RGC05BSX350 RGC05BSX400
• Unfiled reed for powerful tone
“I’ve been playing Rico Reeds for over 35 years and they are better than ever! Jazz Select reeds have the perfect fullness of tone, responsiveness and consistency that I’m looking for.“
Shorter vamp for dark tone
Frederick L. Hemke reeds provide the immediate response favored by many classical and traditional jazz saxophonists. The design is especially well-suited to traditional, round-chambered mouthpieces. French-filed for freedom, especially in the low register, adding clarity to the tone and making soft attacks easier. Available in boxes of 5 reeds.
• Shorter vamp for dark tone • Balanced, slightly thinner tip for quick response and articulation • Premium-grade cane for consistent response and playability • French-filed for flexibility and fast response
Retail 2 2.5 3 3.5 4
Boxes of 5 Soprano $17.75 RHKP5SSX200 RHKP5SSX250 RHKP5SSX300 RHKP5SSX350 RHKP5SSX400
Tenor $31.75 RHKP5TSX200 RHKP5TSX250 RHKP5TSX300 RHKP5TSX350 RHKP5TSX400
Retail Soft Medium-Soft Medium Med-Hard Hard
Boxes of 10 Soprano $37.50 RIC10SF RIC10MS RIC10MD RIC10MH RIC10HD
Alto $44.25 RJC10SF RJC10MS RJC10MD RJC10MH RJC10HD
Tenor $57.75 RKC10SF RKC10MS RKC10MD RKC10MH RKC10HD
Baritone $79.25 RLC10SF RLC10MS RLC10MD RLC10MH RLC10HD
- Dave Pietro
New York University
2 Alto $22.50 RHKP5ASX200 RHKP5ASX250 RHKP5ASX300 RHKP5ASX350 RHKP5ASX400
• Available for clarinet and saxophone • Available in strengths Soft to Hard
Frederick L. Hemke™
• Professional-quality reed for classical and jazz applications
• Premium cane for consistent response
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Baritone $57.00 RHKP5BSX200 RHKP5BSX250 RHKP5BSX300 RHKP5BSX350 RHKP5BSX400
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MEDIUM TENOR SAX
FILED
Rico Select Jazz™
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Unprecedented tone, flexibility, and response The Rico Select Jazz cut features a strong, well-defined heart and longer vamp, yielding unprecedented projection and a clear, fat tone, with unsurpassed flexibility and lightning-fast response. Available with or without a French file.
MEDIUM ALTO SAX
UNFILED
• Huge sound with powerful projection • Premium cane for longevity • Outstanding control and projection • Available in third strengths from 2S (Soft) to 4H (Hard) • Offered in both Filed and Unfiled models
Plasticover™ 2 3
Designed to resist moisture and climate changes, Plasticover is ideal for use in outdoor ensembles such as marching band, and for doublers who need to make quick changes between instruments. Whether in moist tropics or in desert heat, Plasticover responds instantly. The durable coating also provides a clear, projecting tone, making Plasticover a favorite with jazz, studio, and pop musicians. • Coated with plastic to resist changes in moisture and climate, provides durability and clear tone • Most flexible grade of cane for instant response • French-filed for fast response
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Retail 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4
Boxes of 5 Soprano $29.25 RRP05SSX150 RRP05SSX200 RHKP5SSX250 RRP05SSX300 RRP05SSX350 RRP05SSX400
Alto $32.00 RRP05ASX100 RRP05ASX150 RRP05ASX200 RRP05ASX250 RRP05ASX300 RRP05ASX350 RRP05ASX400
Tenor $43.00
Baritone $50.50
RRP05TSX150 RRP05TSX200 RRP05TSX250 RRP05TSX300 RRP05TSX350 RRP05TSX400
RRP05BSX150 RRP05BSX200 RRP05BSX250 RRP05BSX300 RRP05BSX350 RRP05BSX400
Boxes of 10
Boxes of 5
Boxes of 10
RSJ-Filed Retail 2S 2M 2H 3S 3M 3H 4S 4M 4H
Soprano $40.25 RSF10SSX2S RSF10SSX2M RSF10SSX2H RSF10SSX3S RSF10SSX3M RSF10SSX3H RSF10SSX4S RSF10SSX4M RSF10SSX4H
Boxes of 5
RSJ-Unfiled Alto $46.75 RSF10ASX2S RSF10ASX2M RSF10ASX2H RSF10ASX3S RSF10ASX3M RSF10ASX3H RSF10ASX4S RSF10ASX4M RSF10ASX4H
Tenor $33.25 RSF05TSX2S RSF05TSX2M RSF05TSX2H RSF05TSX3S RSF05TSX3M RSF05TSX3H RSF05TSX4S RSF05TSX4M RSF05TSX4H
Baritone $60.50 RSF05BSX2S RSF05BSX2M RSF05BSX2H RSF05BSX3S RSF05BSX3M RSF05BSX3H RSF05BSX4S RSF05BSX4M RSF05BSX4H
Soprano $40.25 RRS10SSX2S RRS10SSX2M RRS10SSX2H RRS10SSX3S RRS10SSX3M RRS10SSX3H RRS10SSX4S RRS10SSX4M RRS10SSX4H
Alto $46.75 RRS10ASX2S RRS10ASX2M RRS10ASX2H RRS10ASX3S RRS10ASX3M RRS10ASX3H RRS10ASX4S RRS10ASX4M RRS10ASX4H
Tenor $33.25 RRS05TSX2S RRS05TSX2M RRS05TSX2H RRS05TSX3S RRS05TSX3M RRS05TSX3H RRS05TSX4S RRS05TSX4M RRS05TSX4H
Baritone $60.50 RRS05BSX2S RRS05BSX2M RRS05BSX2H RRS05BSX3S RRS05BSX3M RRS05BSX3H RRS05BSX4S RRS05BSX4M RRS05BSX4H
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RICO REEDS
MOUTHPIECES
Model
Brand
Tip Opening
Facing Length
Chamber
Material
Pitch
Clarinet
in inches
in mm
Designed in the 1980s by the world’s leading mouthpiece designer, Arnold Brillhart, the Graftonite™ line of mouthpieces incorporates revolutionary materials to achieve ease of tone production with a wide range of tonal colors.
RLVMPCBCL
La Voz
.046”
18mm
Medium
Acrylic
442
RRGMPCBCLA3
Graftonite
.045”
18mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBCLA5
Graftonite
.050”
19mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
• Available in three facings
RRGMPCBCLA7
Graftonite
.055”
20mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
• Ease of tone production and playability
RRGMPCBCLB3
Graftonite
.045”
18mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
• Wide range of tonal colors
RRGMPCBCLB5
Graftonite
.050”
19mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBCLB7
Graftonite
.055”
20mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBCLC3
Graftonite
.045”
18mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBCLC5
Graftonite
.050”
19mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBCLC7
Graftonite
.055”
20mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
440
Graftonite™ Mouthpieces
• Durability—won’t chip or crack
Bb Clarinet
Soprano Sax
Alto Sax
Retail $26.25 $26.25 $26.75 Opening & Facing RRGMPCBCLA3 RRGMPCASXA3 A3 RRGMPCBCLA5 RRGMPCASXA5 A5 RRGMPCBCLA7 RRGMPCASXA7 A7 RRGMPCBCLB3 RRGMPCSSXB3 RRGMPCASXB3 B3 RRGMPCBCLB5 RRGMPCSSXB5 RRGMPCASXB5 B5 RRGMPCBCLB7 RRGMPCSSXB7 RRGMPCASXB7 B7 RRGMPCBCLC3 RRGMPCASXC3 C3 RRGMPCBCLC5 RRGMPCASXC5 C5 RRGMPCBCLC7 RRGMPCASXC7 C7 Note: Soprano and Baritone are only available in B Chamber
Tenor Sax
$28.75
RRGMPCTSXA3 RRGMPCTSXA5 RRGMPCTSXA7 RRGMPCTSXB3 RRGMPCTSXB5 RRGMPCTSXB7 RRGMPCTSXC3 RRGMPCTSXC5 RRGMPCTSXC7
Baritone Sax
$30.50
Soprano Sax
RRGMPCBSXB3 RRGMPCBSXB5 RRGMPCBSXB7
Metalite™ Mouthpieces
Back by popular demand, Metalite™ mouthpieces were designed by Arnold Brillhart using a durable and resonant material to offer the sound of a metal mouthpiece without the expense. Metalite™ mouthpieces feature 3 tip openings for tenor and baritone and two for Soprano that offer great sound projection and brilliance, and feature a medium-small chamber. Retail Tip Opening M5 M7 M9
Soprano Sax Tenor Sax $40.00 $40.00 MIM-5 MIM-7
MKM-5 MKM-7 MKM-9
Baritone Sax $42.00 MLM-5 MLM-7 MLM-9
La Voz™ Mouthpieces Designed to meet the high standards of professionals, yet accessible to all levels of players. La Voz™ mouthpieces offer a highquality solution at an affordable price. • Acoustically correct chamber design provides true, warm tone • Traditional design and facing • Ease of tone production • Accurate intonation • Durable polymer construction
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Retail
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Bb Clarinet Alto Sax Tenor Sax $26.75 $39.00 $47.00 RLVMPCBCL RLVMPCASX RLVMPCTSX
RRGMPCSSXB3
Graftonite
.055”
17mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
RRGMPCSSXB5
Graftonite
.060”
18mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCSSXB7
Graftonite
.065”
19mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MIM-5
Metalite
.060”
18mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MIM-7
Metalite
.065”
19mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
Alto Sax RLVMPCASX
Graftonite
.070”
22mm
Medium
Acrylic
440
RRGMPCASXA3
Graftonite
.070”
18mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXA5
Graftonite
.080”
20mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXA7
Graftonite
.090”
21.5mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXB3
Graftonite
.070”
18mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXB5
Graftonite
.080”
20mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXB7
Graftonite
.090”
21.5mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXC3
Graftonite
.070”
18mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXC5
Graftonite
.080”
20mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCASXC7
Graftonite
.090”
21.5mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
440
Tenor Sax RLVMPCTSX
La Voz
.075”
22mm
Medium
Acrylic
RRGMPCTSXA3
Graftonite
.085”
22mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXA5
Graftonite
.095”
23mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXA7
Graftonite
.105”
24mm
Largest
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXB3
Graftonite
.085”
22mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXB5
Graftonite
.095”
23mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXB7
Graftonite
.105”
24mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXC3
Graftonite
.085”
22mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXC5
Graftonite
.095”
23mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCTSXC7
Graftonite
.105”
24mm
Small
Polycarbonate
440
MKM-5
Metalite
.095”
23mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MKM-7
Metalite
.105”
24mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
Metalite
.115”
25mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MKM-9
Baritone Sax RRGMPCBSXB3
Graftonite
.090”
23mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBSXB5
Graftonite
.100”
25mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
RRGMPCBSXB7
Graftonite
.110”
26mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MLM-5
Metalite
.100”
25mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MLM-7
Metalite
.110”
26mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
MLM-9
Metalite
.120”
26mm
Medium
Polycarbonate
440
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RICO REEDS
Ligatures & Caps
Rico Cap
H-Ligatures and Cap Sets • Superior retro design provides excellent response • Four-point “H”-system applies equal pressure to the reed Item HEC1S HCL1S HCL1G HSS1G HAS1S HAS1G HTS1G HTS2G HBS1G
Instrument Description Eb Clarinet H-Ligature & Cap Eb Clarinet Silver Bb Clarinet H-Ligature & Cap Bb Clarinet Silver Bb Clarinet H-Ligature & Cap Bb Clarinet Gold Soprano Sax H-Ligature & Cap Soprano Sax Gold Alto Sax H-Ligature & Cap Alto Sax Silver Alto Sax H-Ligature & Cap Alto Sax Gold Tenor Sax (Hard Rubber) H-Ligature & Cap Hard Rubber Gold Tenor Sax (Otto Link) H-Ligature & Cap Metal Link Gold Baritone Sax H-Ligature & Cap Baritone Sax Gold
Retail $45.75 $33.75 $45.75 $52.75 $40.75 $52.75 $57.25 $57.25 $69.00
Rico’s new cap is made from a durable, molded synthetic material and features a soft, over-molded texture. Inner rails conform to a variety of ligatures and mouthpieces to ensure a snug, scratch-free fit.
Unique
Item RCLIC RECIC RSS1C RAS1C RTS1C RTS2C RBS1C RBS2C
Interior Ribs
Instrument Bb Clarinet Eb Clarinet Soprano Sax Alto Sax Tenor Sax Tenor Sax Baritone Sax Baritone Sax
Description Rico Cap Bb Clarinet Rico Cap Eb Clarinet Rico Cap Soprano Sax Rico Cap Alto Sax Rico Cap Tenor Sax - Hard Rubber Rico Cap Tenor Sax - Metal Link Rico Cap Baritone Sax Rico Cap Baritone Sax - Hard Rubber Selmer
overmolded design
Retail $11.75 $14.75 $19.75 $13.75 $19.75 $19.75 $23.25 $23.25
conform to a variety of inverted ligatures
Rico Caps — Non-Inverted
New to the Rico cap line, these caps for Bb Clarinet and Alto Sax will fit a variety of non-inverted ligatures, the traditional style of ligatures. These caps feature the same molded ribs for a scratch-free fit on your ligature.
“I’ve switched all my students over to the Rico ligature. They are far easier to use and don’t require any adjusting right out of the package“
Rico Ligature
Item Instrument RCL2C Bb Clarinet RAS2C Alto Sax
- Sherry Miller,
• Sturdy, nickel-plated construction • 4-point system applies equal pressure to the reed
Retail $11.75 $13.75
1. R ico Bb Clarinet 10 packs
6. M ulti-reed case
2. Rico Alto Sax 10 packs
7. Padgards
Band Director Blalack Bands, Texas
Unique
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Description Rico Cap Non-Inverted Rico Cap Non-Inverted
TOP 10 BEST SELLING ITEMS
overmolded design
Ligature Only Item Instrument REC1LN Eb Clarinet RCL1LN Bb Clarinet RSS1LN Soprano Sax RAS1LN Alto Sax RTS1LN Tenor Sax (Hard Rubber) RTS2LN Tenor Sax (Otto Link) RBS1LN Baritone Sax
Description Rico Ligature Eb Clarinet Rico Ligature Bb Clarinet Rico Ligature Soprano Sax Rico Ligature Alto Sax Rico Ligature Tenor Sax Hard Rubber Nickel Rico Ligature Tenor Sax Metal Link Nickel Rico Ligature Baritone Sax
Retail $19.75 $14.00 $19.75 $17.75 $19.75 $19.75 $23.25
Ligature and Cap Sets Item Instrument REC1N Eb Clarinet RCL1N Bb Clarinet RSS1N Soprano Sax RAS1N Alto Sax RTS1N Tenor Sax (Hard Rubber) RTS2N Tenor Sax (Otto Link) RBS1N Baritone Sax
Description Rico Ligature & Cap Eb Clarinet Rico Ligature & Cap Bb Clarinet Rico Ligature & Cap Soprano Sax Rico Ligature & Cap Alto Sax Rico Ligature & Cap Tenor Sax Hard Rubber Nickel Rico Ligature & Cap Tenor Sax Metal Link Nickel Rico Ligature Baritone Sax
Retail $35.00 $23.25 $35.00 $29.25 $35.00 $35.00 $40.75
Interior Ribs
conform to a variety of non-inverted ligatures
8. H-lig Clarinet 3. R eserve Classic Bb Clarinet 4. B lack Woven Sax Strap
9. M etalite Tenor - M7 10. Padded Sax Strap
5. Select Jazz Filed Tenor Sax
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RICO REEDS
REED CASES
ACCESSORIES
Holds 8
New O-ring system holds any size reed
Reed Storage Cases Complete system for reed storage Rico’s new Reed Case offers a complete system for reed storage. The new Reed Case works seamlessly with the Reed Vitalizer Automatic 2-Way Humidity Control System. Each Reed Case is guaranteed to maintain an airtight seal for your reeds to keep them stored at the ideal humidity level.
Reed Gards
Same great Reed Gards, now conveniently packaged in blisters for easy display and mail order shipment. The Reed Gard II comes in a 2-pack per blister, the Reed Gard IV comes in a single pack.
Smart Pak™
Includes
(73% RH) Reed Vitalizer pack
Multi-Reed Case • Now fits all reeds from Eb Clarinet to Baritone Sax
Item Description Retail RSMPAKBCL Bb Clarinet $48.25 RSMPAKASX Alto Sax $56.25 Contains: mouthpiece, ligature, cap, mouthpiece saver, cork grease, and Reed Gard with 2 reeds
• Newly designed reed cartridge with “O-Ring” system to hold each reed in place Item RVCASE04
Instrument Multi-instrument
Description Reed Case with RV0173
Retail $34.75
Reed Case • Holds up to 8 Bb Clarinet or Alto Sax Reeds
Mouthpiece Savers
• Self-regulates humidity with no maintenance
RVCASE04
• Reed tips stay flat Item Instrument Description RVCASE01 Bb Clarinet Reed Case with RV0173 Each Reed Case comes with Reed Vitalizer 73% control pack
Retail $34.75
Secure
Airtight
newly designed clasp
gasket to ensure proper seal
Cork Grease
The newest member of the reed case family, Rico’s double reed case is designed to hold 5 oboe or 5 bassoon reeds in any combination. Specially designed pegs securely hold Oboe, Oboe D’Amour, English Horn, and Bassoon reeds. The case is designed to work with Rico’s Reed Vitalizer 2-Way Humidity Control System. Item Instrument Description RVCASE05 Oboe/Bassoon Reed Case with RV0173 Each Reed Case comes with Reed Vitalizer 73% control pack
RVCASE01
Retail $34.75
Microfiber Bb Clarinet Swab Item RSWABCL01
Reed Vitalizer
™
Rico’s Reed Vitalizer has made life a lot easier for woodwind players. The special Reed Vitalizer bag and Humidity Control Pack self-regulate the humidity level, keeping reeds in shape and consistent. Reed Vitalizer is available in three humidity levels (58%, 73%, 84%).
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Description Reed Vitalizer Kit 84% Reed Vitalizer Kit 73% Reed Vitalizer Kit 58%
Retail $15.75 $15.75 $15.75
Retail $2.35 $23.75 $83.75
Item RV0184 RV0173 RV0158
Description Reed Vitalizer Refill 84% Reed Vitalizer Refill 73% Reed Vitalizer Refill 58%
Item RPADGPIC01 RPADGFLT01 RPADGBCL01 RPADGSSX01 RPADGASX01 RPADGTSX01
Description Microfiber swab
Description Reed Gard II - 2-Pack, Black Reed Gard II - 2-Pack, Multi Color Reed Gard II - 2-Pack Reed Gard II - 2-Pack, Black Reed Gard IV - 1 pc. Reed Gard IV - 1 pc.
Description Piccolo Padgard Flute Padgard Clarinet Padgard Soprano Padgard Alto Padgard Tenor Padgard
Neck Savers Item RNSASX01 RNSTSX01
HUMIDITY CONTROL
Item RVKIT84 RVKIT73 RVKIT58
Item Description RCRKGR01 1 Tube Bulk, must be ordered in increments of 288 RCRKGR12 12 tube box RCRKGR36* 36 tube box *Includes display rack, see page 120.
RVCASE05
Humidity Control Single Refills
Retail $26.75 $31.75
Padgards
Double Reed Case
Bag with 1 Humidity Control Pack
Item Description RMPSVRBCL01 Bb Clar/Alto - 12 box RMPSVRTSX01 Tenor/Bari Sax - 12 box
Item Instrument RGRD2ASCL01* Clarinet/Alto RGRD2ASCL02* Clarinet/Alto RGRD2OB* Oboe RGRD2TSBS01* Tenor/Bari Sax RGRD4ASCL Clarinet/Alto RGRD4TSBS Tenor/Bari Sax *Available in multiples of 10 only.
Description Neck Saver / Alto Sax Neck Saver / Tenor Sax
Retail $5.25 $5.25 $7.50 $6.00 $5.75 $6.00
Retail $10.50 $13.25 $15.00 $20.50 $23.00 $24.50
Retail $9.00 $9.00
Retail $18.75
Woodwind Key Oil Item RKEYOIL01
Description Woodwind key oil
Retail $15.00
Retail $8.75 $8.75 $8.75
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RICO REEDS
INSTRUMENT STRAPS
Rico Saxophone Strap Collection Rico sax straps have a specially designed curved hook that is easy to insert and remove, yet stays on the instrument much better than ordinary hooks. The unique quick-adjust button allows the musician to adjust the sax strap to a precise length, quickly and easily, and uses cord that is much less cumbersome than webbing.
Saxophone Strap Collection
Inspired by the great JAZZ STANDARDS recorded on the famous BLUE NOTE label, each sax strap features the time honored artwork from Blue Note’s classic recordings and their famous album covers. Each strap features a soft suede lining and Rico’s unique curved hook and easy slide adjustor. Available in two lengths, one for Soprano/Alto saxes and one for Tenor/Baritone.
A B C
Item SJA15 SLA15 SJA16 SLA16 SJA17 SLA17
Instrument Soprano/Alto Sax True Blue Tenor/Bari Sax True Blue Soprano/Alto Sax Afro-Cuban Tenor/Bari Afro-Cuban Soprano/Alto Sax Black Fire Tenor/Bari Sax Black Fire
Retail $36.00 $36.00 $36.00 $36.00 $36.00 $36.00
A
A
C
E
C
D
B B A
“Rico’s Padded Sax strap is a great strap on stage. It’s very comfortable and durable.“ - Jason Marshall Lincoln Center Jazz
Rico’s Leather Sax Strap Instrument Soprano/Alto Sax - black leather Tenor/Bari Sax - black leather
Retail $36.00 $36.00
Rico’s Padded Sax Strap
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Instrument Soprano/Alto Sax padded sax strap Tenor/Bari Sax padded sax strap
Retail $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25
D E F
Item SJA04 SLA07 SJA05 SLA06 SJA11 SLA11
Instrument Soprano/Alto Sax Jazz Stripe Tenor/Bari Sax Jazz Stripe Soprano/Alto Sax Gray Scales Tenor/Bari Sax Gray Scales Soprano/Alto Sax Black Tenor/Bari Sax Black
Retail $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25 $13.25
Rico Snap Hook Sax Strap
Item Description SJA13 Saxophone Strap - Soprano/Alto - Black Snap Hook SLA13 Saxophone Strap - Tenor/Baritone - Black Snap Hook
• Padded memory foam provides extra comfort on your neck • Breathable athletic material is comfortable and stays dry Item SJA12 SLA12
C
Instrument Soprano/Alto Sax Jazz Wave Tenor/Bari Sax Jazz Wave Soprano/Alto Sax Industrial Tenor/Bari Sax Industrial Soprano/Alto Sax Jazz Stripe 2 Tenor/Bari Sax Jazz Stripe 2
Now you can get the popular Rico sax strap with a snap hook. To respond to player requests, we’ve expanded the Rico black strap line to include a plastic snap hook. Our hook is designed sturdy to ensure a safe and secure fit on your saxophone. Like all of our saxophone straps, they’re available in two lengths: Soprano/Alto and Tenor/Baritone.
Comfortable leather strap with suede lining, featuring Rico’s easy slide adjustor and curved hook Item SJA14 SLA14
B
Item SJA01 SLA10 SJA02 SLA09 SJA03 SLA08
F
Retail $34.50 $34.50
Retail $15.50 $15.50
Rico Clarinet Strap
Designed to fit most Bb and A clarinets, the Rico Clarinet strap features our famous easy-slide adjustor, and a sturdy leather tab to connect strap to the thumb rest. Item Description CCA01 Clarinet Strap with thumb tab
Retail $25.75
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DISPLAYS
Reed Displays An easy and effective way to display Rico reeds. Spring-loaded displays fit all 5- and 10-quantity reed boxes. Novapak™ display fits boxes of 25 reeds. Easily mounts to slatwall and pegboard displays.
A B C D
5-, 10- & 25-Reed Box Display Racks Item Description RDA-10S 10-reed box display (empty) RDA-05S/L 5-reed box display (empty) RDA-50/25 Novapak Bb Clarinet /Alto Sax (empty) RDA-RSRV Reserve Display Rack (empty)
A C
D
B Ligature Display Item Description RDA-LIG Ligature Display Rack
Cork Grease Dispenser Item Box of RCRKGR12 12 RCRKGR36 36
Reed Vitalizer Assortment Display Item Description RRVDISPLAY Holds bags & foil packs
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Retail $23.75 $83.75
e A NOTE FROM SALES
Rico offers a variety of display options for your store. Contact your Sales Rep to learn more. 1-800-323-2746 sales@daddario.com