The Rico cut is unfiled and features a thinner profile and blank. Rico "Orange Box" reeds vibrate easily. They are a favorite among jazz musicians and are ideal for students. Rico's updated reed-making machinery and state-of-the-art process have made today's Rico reed more consistent than ever before. Affordably priced and conveniently packaged, Rico is the educator's choice. 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 3-reed packs, boxes of 10 reeds, and 25-reed Novapak dispensers. Available in half strengths, from 1.5 to 4