Rico Bb Clarinet Reeds by D'Addario

D'Addario Rico Bb clarinet reeds are the standard by which everything else gets measured. Whether you're a student picking up the clarinet for the first time or a working musician who needs reeds that perform night after night, Rico delivers the kind of consistency that lets you focus on playing — not fighting your equipment.

These Rico Bb clarinet reeds are cut from premium cane, processed to tight tolerances so you get predictable response across the full dynamic range. The cut is traditional, the taper is balanced, and the tip thickness is dialed in to give you a clean attack without the stuffiness you get from cheaper alternatives. That means faster warm-up time, more even tone across registers, and less time sorting through a box hoping to find one that works.

Rico reeds are available in a range of strengths — from soft (1.5) through medium (2, 2.5, 3) to firm (3.5, 4) — so you can match the reed to your mouthpiece, your embouchure, and your playing style. If you're unsure where to start, most beginners do well at 2 or 2.5. More advanced players typically move toward 3 or 3.5 for greater projection and control.

At Zamar Audio Solutions, we stock D'Addario Rico Bb clarinet reeds because they're the reed most Kenyan music teachers recommend and most students actually use. They're accessible, reliable, and priced fairly — which matters when you're going through reeds regularly.

Each box contains 10 reeds. Store them in a reed case or the original packaging, rotate them regularly, and they'll last longer and play better. Reeds are consumables — treat them right and they'll treat you right.

If you're in Nairobi, we offer same-day delivery. Countrywide shipping is available. Order your Rico Bb clarinet reeds today and keep your practice sessions moving.