Why I Switched to Vandoren Synthetic Reeds
I've spent way too much time recently testing out the new vandoren synthetic reeds to see if they can actually keep up with my old cane favorites. If you've been playing a woodwind instrument for any length of time, you know the "reed lottery" struggle all too well. You buy a box of ten, find two that are amazing, four that are okayish, and three that are basically expensive toothpicks. It's a frustrating cycle that's been part of the gig for centuries, but honestly, I think we might finally be moving past it. ...