Traditional reeds (blue box) are available in strengths 1 to 5 (1, 1 1/2, 2, 2 1/2, 3, 3
     1/2, 4, 5)

     The most widely played reeds in the professional world, with a superiority proven over
     many years, these reeds suit all styles of music.

     The principal acoustic qualities are :

          Excellent response in all registers, even allowing a pianissimo attack of the
          highest notes. 
          Flexibility allowing the legato or staccato execution of large intervals. 
          A richness of tone which gives body and brilliance to the sound. 
          Thickness at the tip: .085 mm (0.0035 inch) 
          Thickness at the heel: 2.8 mm