The Royal by D'Addario reed combines the features of the traditional Rico cut with a French file. Designed for advancing players, Rico Royal offers an even response across the registers and more clarity in the sound. Rico's updated reed-making machinery and state-of-the-art process have made today's Rico Royal reed more consistent than ever before. Rico Royal reeds are offered in a wider strength range than Rico "Orange Box." Thinner vamp cut designed for ease of play Priced affordably for educators Works well for both classical and jazz applications Available for full range of clarinets and saxophones Offered in boxes of 10 Available in half strengths, from 1.0 to 4.0