Description
Vandoren Reeds Alto Sax 3.5 V16 (10 BOX) is a trusted choice for alto saxophonists who want a bright, punchy voice with serious projection. Designed with modern jazz, funk and pop players in mind, the V16 cut delivers a lively response that holds its own in section work and cuts through for solos. The 3.5 strength suits advancing and experienced players with a developed embouchure, offering extra resistance for greater stability, clarity and nuance. Whether you are working on tight horn lines or expressive improvisation, this box of ten gives you dependable spares ready for rehearsals, performances and recording sessions.
Crafted from high quality natural cane and precision finished, the V16 design emphasises a fast, clean attack and a colourful overtone palette. The reed balances a firm core with a responsive tip to keep the sound centred, while still giving the flexibility needed for bends, subtone and altissimo. Compared with basic student reeds, V16 reeds feel more refined under the lip, speak more consistently across registers and maintain their edge for longer, helping you explore greater dynamic range without sacrificing control or tuning.
For UK tuition and ensemble use, these reeds offer the reliability teachers appreciate and the durability students need. The 3.5 strength is a common step for players progressing beyond early grades when more support and tonal depth are required, and the box of ten is excellent value for practice rotation. Each reed is individually sealed to preserve freshness, so you can open one at a time and keep the rest stable between terms. From school bands to weekend gigs, the Vandoren V16 keeps your alto ready to play with predictable response and confident projection.
