Introducing the most consistent bass clarinet reeds ever ! Reserve Classic Bass Clarinet reeds are cut exclusively from lower-internode cane ; the most dense and consistent cane available. They offer a huge, vibrant sound with incredible projection, crisp articulation and greater flexibility. Rico offers the only Bass Clarinet reed available in special 3.0+ strength.

- crafted from high-density lower-internode cane
- high-density cane produces more durable, consistent reeds
- color video inspection sorts cane quality
- optical laser measurements ensure accuracy
- state-of-the-art polishing creates a smooth surface
- precision natural-diamond cutting blades maintain reed consistency
- reed Vitalizer 2-way humidity control packs protect reeds from cracking


“Rico has taken the tremendous improvements in reed quality they have made with Reserve Classic Bb clarinet reeds and translated that into the finest Bass Clarinet reed. These reeds offer incredible tone, projection, and most of all, greater consistency within the box.”
J. Lawrie Bloom, Bass Clarinet, Chicago Symphony Orchestra

"The new bass clarinet reeds from Rico are fantastic! They help me achieve greater clarity, depth, and richness to the sound making tuning, blending, and projecting much easier. In other words, they are making my job much easier !"
Tim Zavadil, Bass Clarinet, Minnesota Orchestra

“The Classic Reserve reeds articulate beautifully, have a flexible tone and play in tune."
Ron Aufmann, Bass Clarinet, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

“I love the overall response and feel. They are extremely consistent. These reeds play great and I am so excited to have such a great product available for bass clarinet.”
Alcides Rodriguez, Bass clarinet, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

“What a joy to play these marvels. They all play well and have a great consistency of strength and sound.”
André Moisan, Bass clarinet, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal