Tenor Saxophone American Cut

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The American Cut represents the next-generation of Légère saxophone reeds. From the first note, the reed speaks with total ease while giving players just the right amount of tonal edge. It is effortlessly free-blowing, colorful, and loaded with personality.

The American Cut’s distinct profile is what gives players a full, clear low register and vibrant altissimo.

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WHY THEY WORK

The secret? A synthetic material unique to Légère, meticulous computer controlled processing operations

and a team of ambitious and hardworking individuals who passionately believe in the Freedom to Perform.

Materials
Design Process

Cane is a unique material—lightweight, yet surprisingly stiff along the grain. That unique combination is what makes it vibrate so well. Reproducing those properties in a synthetic material isn’t easy—but it’s exactly what we’ve done.


Our reeds are made from a special formulation of polypropylene—a non-toxic, food-safe polymer you’ll also find in medical equipment, yogurt cups, and packaging. On its own, polypropylene is far too flexible for a reed. So we strengthen it through a process called orientation, which aligns the polymer fibers to dramatically increase stiffness. That’s the secret to the signature feel and response of a Légère reed.


Because our material doesn’t absorb moisture, Légère reeds don’t need soaking, never warp, and are ready to play right out of the case. They’re durable, hygienic, and can be cleaned easily with warm water and a mild detergent. It’s cane—refined.

The Légère Guarantee

Légère Reeds wants you to be completely satisfied with your purchase.

Everyone can enjoy their Légère reeds if they find their right strength. This is why we are proud to provide an Exchange of Strength Program within 30 days of purchase. If you are unsatisfied with your clarinet or saxophone reed, please begin the exchange process regardless of where you purchased it in the world.

Please be assured returned reeds are discarded after a quality check and are never resold.

Customer Reviews

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Ken Gold (Winnipeg, CA)
American cut Bari sax

The American cut Bari sax reeds are a great fit with both my Lawton mouthpieces. This combination actually works better than cane for my Bari setup.

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Keith Papa (Arlington, US)
Alto American cut reed

Fantastic,perfect!!

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Andrew Schusterman (Garden City, US)
Great reed

Amazing response. Great tone. Would recommend!

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Steve Kraus (Pittsburgh, US)
Bari Sax American Cut Reeds

I have been playing on synthetic reeds for more than 20 years, and in my opinion Legere Reeds are without a doubt the best choice!! They are very consistent and always responsive.

If you play multiple horns on a gig then you need to try Legere Reeds! On any given night my Bari Sax sits on stand for 30 minutes or more....I pick it up and it plays like I just warmed up every time.

Go buy some for ALL of your horns!!!

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Stephen Hart (Jacksonville, US)
"Edge"

Just the right amount.

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Nick (Falmouth, US)
Goodbye to my cane reeds,

Love this reed, Gave me a great low end no more burbling Bbs.