Barnes & Mullins Legere French Cut Synthetic Reed – Tenor Saxophone

Legere have put themselves at the forefront of the synthetic reed world and are still pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

 Looking to expand upon their Signature and American cut offerings, the French Cut looks to offer the sound and response synonymous with certain French style reeds. Maintaining the instant response of the ‘Signature’ range reeds, the added body mass offers more resistance, providing evenness of tone and control, as well as a warmer, more natural sound than has previously been available. The flexibility and tone these reeds provides will appeal to both Classical and Jazz style musicians alike!

Where Tradition meets Innovation 

Marrying scientific research with a love for reed-making, the creation of the French Cut underwent countless refinements, considering feedback from devoted Légère artists. The aim: a synthetic reed that meets the sonic quality of traditional reeds while maintaining all the advantages of a synthetic reed. Responding to players’ desires, the French Cut stands as a combination of age-old preferences and modern innovation.

An Expanding Tonal Palette

The French Cut is an expansion of Légère’s flagship reed series. Using the same advanced material technology featured in our Signature, European, and American Cut reeds, the French Cut now gives players new choices to optimise their tone, resistance, and sound.

A Darker, Deeper Tone

The French Cut’s revamped profile emphasises an even material distribution but retains a thin tip, providing artists with the ideal mix of quick response and subtle resistance. This design produces a sound that’s rich and resonant, all while catering to the orchestral performer.

The new cut features a dark tone, specifically designed to offer a deep and centred sound, allowing for a wide range of sonic expression. Unlike other cuts, the French Cut intentionally suppresses high-frequency overtones, delivering an intense body and depth in its sound.