Description
Designed for a rich and colourful sound with a quick response
Developed in 2002, ZZ reeds combine the medium-thick heart, spine, and rounded tip of V16 reeds, with the flexible palette design of JAVA reeds. This design makes the reed immediately responsive, without sacrificing the brightness or tone quality needed for jazz and other modern styles.
If you want a reed that supports a bright, colourful sound but still retains a strong core, this could be the one for you!
Staff Review
The differences between ZZ and Java reeds is relatively subtle- but noticeable if they are played off against each other. Both reeds are clearly aimed at players within the jazz, blues or even pop field, but are designed to emphasize different parts of the core sound. Javas are relatively bright, edgy with plenty of cut to them. ZZs- though still fairly bright- facilitate a big, somewhat husky tone. There’s pleasing fullness and ‘boom’ here which is very satisfying to work with. - Julian Lawrence (jules@sax.co.uk)
Delivery & Returns
UK mainland
Free delivery over £100
Enjoy free delivery on all orders over £100 to mainland UK addresses.
From your UK specialists
Fully insured. Expert care.
Royal Mail or a fast courier. All fully insured, with specialist support.
Returns
14 days to return
Online purchases can be returned within 14 days of receipt. Exclusions apply to:
- Custom-ordered goods
- Products with broken hygiene seals, including reeds and mouthpieces
- Digital download codes and software licences
Online purchases cannot be returned to our retail stores.
THE SAXOPHONE REED EXPLAINED
Need help understanding what different reeds do? Then watch our video!
