How do you cut bass clarinet reeds?

Answer 1

the best way to break in Clarinet reeds is just to play on them, maybe keep it in your mouth for longer than usual.

to improve this answer actually play long tones in chromatics like concert f(g) you go down one half step and back up a whole step that's what i do at least i hope this could help a bit more everyone

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Don't do what that guy up there says If you want good reeds that last there are a few steps you should take. When you first get a reed, slap it on, play for a minute or so to get the feel of it. Then, soak it in water for say 30 seconds, no more than that. Then, lie it on a flat, clear surface (preferebly glass) and rub the read with your index finger on the side without the numbers and reed company. This will close the reed pores, insuring that your reed will last longer and it will not get waterloggod. Don't play a reed too much. Proffesionals usually altarnate several reeds so they don't wear them out too fast. Keep in mind, always dry your reed thourougly before putting it pack into a reed case, or else the humidity could cause the reed to warp. If you think your reeds are playing too hard or they aren't balanced, you can always buy a reed knife or sandpaper (find instructions to do it online as it takes a while to explain) to finish your reeds into perfection. Also make sure the reeds you are using are the right size and brand for you, and your mouthpiece combination. If all your reeds are sounding terrible when you take them out of the box, get a different type or size.

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I feel that you first rub it on a hard surface to get rid of the bad taste ( rub gently), then you keep it in your mouth for like 15 minutes. Then with a loose ligature, you play while slowly tightening it. This will allow it to break in, while practicing music. At the same time you will get used to it.

Answer 2

To cut the top flimsy part, lick it and cut with regular scissors You will have to use a knife to use the ruff bottom part. Hope that helps at all!

Answer 3

Usually, you can just wipe it off with a clean, dry cloth, but if you want to sanitize it, you can buy spray-on sanitizer from a music store, but I usually find that unnessary.