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Everything published on Viyolens under Vandoren — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Saxophone Reeds for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A practical beginner's guide to saxophone reeds — how to choose your first strength, fit the reed correctly, care for cane and know when it's time to move on.
The Best Clarinet Reeds for the Money
Clarinet reeds don't need to cost a fortune to be good. Here's the honest rundown of the best options at each level — from affordable student reeds to professional cane worth paying for.
Clarinet Reeds: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Finding the right clarinet reed takes a little patience and a framework for choosing well. Here's the unhurried, thoughtful guide to matching reed strength, cut and brand to your actual playing needs.
The Best Saxophone Reeds for the Money
Which saxophone reeds are worth buying? From Rico for beginners to Légère for touring players — a practical guide to the best options at each level and for each style.
Common Saxophone Reeds Mistakes to Avoid
Most saxophone reed problems trace back to a handful of avoidable mistakes. From untested bulk buying to mouthpiece mismatch — here's what catches players out and how to fix each one.
Saxophone Reeds Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Saxophone reeds are small but consequential. This guide explains how they work, what the strength numbers really mean, how cane and synthetic compare, and how to match a reed to your mouthpiece and st...
Saxophone Reeds: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Reed numbers aren't standardised, cane and synthetic feel different, and your mouthpiece tip opening matters more than the brand name. This buyer's guide walks through every decision.
Clarinet Reeds Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Clarinet reeds are small, inexpensive and surprisingly consequential. Here's the approachable guide to what they are, how the different types work and how to choose the right one.
