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 Strength 2.5, Unfiled cut, package of 3 reeds Priced affordably for educators Also available for full range of clarinets and saxophones Also offered in 10-reed packs and 25-reed Novapak reed dispensers