Description
SPECIFICATIONS
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Origin: Fr(origin)
The new VK reed is made of a composite material specially developed
by Vandoren. It is the result of 7 years of research.
This composite fiber material does not imitate the structure of cane.
It reproduces its essential physical characteristics to obtain the same acoustic behavior.
The VK reed is available in 6 strengths, corresponding to subdivisions divided by 3 of usual half-strengths of cane reeds.
The VK reed strengths correspond to a 1/6 of a cane reed strength.
At the moment, the Vandoren VK reed is available for B flat clarinet only. It is named VK1.
Find all infos about this new synthetic reed on the website: www.vkreed.com
The synthetic reed by Vandoren
VK is a synthetic reed made of a composite material specially developed by Vandoren. It is the result of 7 years of research.
This composite material does not imitate the structure of the reed. It reproduces the essential physical characteristics of the reed to obtain the same acoustic behavior.
Totally new
The VK reed is completely new, both in terms of the material of which it is made and the method of obtaining the material, and is covered by an international patent.
The VK reed, and the material of which it is made, are produced in France in Bormes-Les-Mimosas. These reeds are 100% recyclable.
Due to limited availability VK products are currently available only in the USA
6 strengths available
There are six Vandoren VK strengths available. All strengths fall between 2.5-3.5 traditional reed strength.
The VK strengths correspond to subdivisions by thirds of the usual half strengths
The VK reeds strengths corresponds to sixths of cane reed strength
The VK reed is currently only available for Clarinet.
The material is moisture resistant, rot-proof, does not warp when dried and is saliva resistant.
The VK performs considerably longer than cane reeds with a high level of consistency.
the VK reed should be stored on a flat surface.
We recommend the use of a flat surfaced reed holder (not a standard reed holder).
The reeds can be used directly out of the packaging, without any preparation.
The material is washable and can be disinfected with alcohol or with any food compliant disinfectant.
Unparalleled consistency resulting in reliable strength, sound, articulation, projection and high note stability
Perfectly safe
The VK reeds comply with the toy standard, chemical part, EU Directive 2009/48/EC, Annex II – Part III.
The material is also hypoallergenic.
Anti-counterfeiting
identification
Vandoren VK reeds are a quality product with a worldwide reputation.
Each of our VK reeds is identified using a unique code such as xxx – xxx
Check it online on our dedicated website.
