Vandoren Synthetic VK1 Bass Clarinet Reeds

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 behaviour.

• VK reeds are made in France in Bormes les Mimosas
• Vandoren VK reeds are fully recyclable
• Same acoustic behaviour as natural reeds

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.

There are five Vandoren VK Bass Clarinet 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 correspond to sixths of cane reed strength.

 VK Strength - Traditional Strength (broken-in)

• 55 - 3.5 (soft)
• 50 - 3 (hard)
• 45 - 3 (medium)
• 40 - 3 (soft)
• 35 - 2.5 (hard)

4 advantages of the Vandoren VK reed to know

• Stability:  The material is moisture-resistant, rot-proof, does not warp when dried and is saliva resistant.
• Durability:  The VK performs considerably longer than cane reeds with a high level of consistency.
• Ease of use:  The reeds can be used directly out of the pack without any preparation. Washable and can be disinfected with alcohol or any food-compliant disinfectant.
• Consistency:  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.