Best reed case/guard?

[LUEshi]

I want to know what the best case is to keep reeds in top shape and prevent warping/molding. Any suggestions?

[barisaxi]

depends on how much you want to spend

http://www.usareeds.com/reed-cases.html
i really like the Vandoren VRC810

but that Vandoren Hygrocase...

i don't know weather to covet it or call it a lie...


hope this helps!

:]

[Jeff C]

I have been very satisfied w/ this one.

http://1stopclarinet.stores.yahoo.net/sebaclsaxrec.html

[CustomRam]

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That one is pretty good.

Pro-Tec makes a $15 reed case that holds 10 reeds. That's my pick.

[JasonG]

I just got the Rico Reed Case, and it works great for me. They only make it in Bb Clarinet and Alto Sax, but the guy at the store where I bought it said it the alto sax one would also hold tenor reeds (which it does) as well as hold clarinet reeds. Basically, with the alto sax reed holder, I can hold both my clarinet and tenor reeds, but also having the option to hold so many other kinds of reeds (bass clarinet, alto clarinet, etc).
The fact that I can use one reed case for all my reeds was a selling point for me.

http://www.wwbw.com/Rico-Alto-Saxophone-Reed-Case-i755826.music

[Jonathan C.]

I have a Selmer Reed Case, 10 reeds for Alto, think it cost me in the high 20's. Never had a problem with it.

I have a wood reed case which looks a little classier for Tenor. 6 Reeds $30, but I don't know what its called still working great after 4 years....

[ratracer]

I've got a couple of the cheap 4-reed Rico reed guards. Work fine for tenor for me @ ~$5 apiece.

[JoAnnPeeler]

I have been very satisfied w/ this one.

http://1stopclarinet.stores.yahoo.net/sebaclsaxrec.html

I use the same case. Simple and easy to use.

Nice choice Jeff C :)

[king koeller]

LaVOZ Reed Guard (holds four reeds) in Aluminium from the 70's!!
THe Real Deal Baby!~!~!!

[MartinMusicMan]

Is there any way to turn this thread into a flame war instead of offering practical and useful information?

You get better tone with vintage reed cases...

My reeds last longer than yours because I use a Selmer case...

[lovesthesax]

I just keep my reeds in their default plastic covers. Works fine for me.

[Demolisher_2000]

I have the vandoren hygrocase, works great if you travel a lot. Im in JPN right now, the case went from 52% to over 70% by itself, I've been regulating it back to 50%. Its working. I'm not sure about the RICO case, it doesn't necessarily keep it at the written humidity, just not below it.

[Razzy]

I think you can go one of two ways to get "the best." Either do what I did if you like your reeds fairly dry and stable and get these:

http://www.kenkasemusic.com/

Or if you like your reeds stable and wet, you can just fill a jar with water and keep them in there. They stay solid for a long time but IMO they just don't have the quick response that an un-waterlogged reed has.

[Lightstorm]

Hi!

A little offtopic, but...

i just bought a Vandoren Hygrocase (black box), but didn't receive any kind of user manual with it and the shop that sold it hasn't answered my email's yet.

I just would like to know how much should i apply water (to the green sponge?) and how to take care of the device (after a lot of use etc..)

If someone here could scan the manual or just write it here, I would be very pleased...

Thank you!

-Lightstorm

[The Fitz]

I think you can go one of two ways to get "the best." Either do what I did if you like your reeds fairly dry and stable and get these:

http://www.kenkasemusic.com/

Or if you like your reeds stable and wet, you can just fill a jar with water and keep them in there. They stay solid for a long time but IMO they just don't have the quick response that an un-waterlogged reed has.

I was looking into those, but I decided they were a bit expensive. I happen to have a bit of experience with woodcrafting and made one of my own for $20

[Nathan Bellott]

I use the Rico Reed Pack with the 73% humidity pack. The case is great, it holds all clarinet and sax reeds. The tips stay flat and they dont warp or grow mold because of the 2 way humidity control.
Good luck

NB

[michaelbaird]

I think you can go one of two ways to get "the best." Either do what I did if you like your reeds fairly dry and stable and get these:

http://www.kenkasemusic.com/

Or if you like your reeds stable and wet, you can just fill a jar with water and keep them in there. They stay solid for a long time but IMO they just don't have the quick response that an un-waterlogged reed has.

I've done all of the above. I don't know what's best, especially now; I'm on a plasticover kick....I don't leave regular reeds on the mouthpiece like I used to, due to warping, and put them in the closest available case. Usually before I throw them out, I do water log them for awhile to check for signs of life.

[LampLight]

This (http://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Alto----Tenor-Saxophone-Reed-Case-i123847.music) is the best one I've found:
http://images.wwbw.com/products/full/Protec/123847.jpg
It holds 10 alto or tenor reeds in a fully enclosed case and costs $14.95

[BASS SAXMAN]

The J. Winter cherry wood reed cases are very nice. Legere contrabass clarinet reeds fit in the tenor case nicely (in case someone wants to know).:flower: