Ordering Single Quantities of Reeds

[yaniyamaselmer]

Does anyone know where I can order just single quantities of reeds? I'd like to try several kinds and strengths for my mouthpiece, and I don't want to buy a whole box. I know, I know....buying by the box is cheaper, but I'd really like to run the gamut and try as many as I can. Thanks!

[Dave Dolson]

"Testing" (if you could even describe what you propose as a test) single reeds is a foolish way to determine which one you like best, given the total inconsistency of all brands of reeds. Going to the effort of testing reeds requires that you sample MANY boxes before you reach any conclusion about which one works best.

It isn't a matter of cost as much as a matter of truth - single-reed testing will not reveal the truth about reed brands and cuts. DAVE

[hakukani]

No matter what reed brand/strength I use. I usually need at least a 1/5 ratio without adjustment. (1 reed per 5)