Vandoren Product Highlights: VK1 Synthetic Reed, Profile AP3 and the Black Diamond BD2

Date Posted: February 16, 2024

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Product Spotlight from Vandoren

Looking for some trending products? Look no further than the Profile AP3, VK1 Synthetic Reed, and the Black Diamond BD2.

Let's dive deeper into the details and discover why these products are must-haves for students and professionals.


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VK1 Synthetic Reed

Nothing beats the sound of a great cane reed, but certain situations call for something different. Introducing the Vandoren VK1 synthetic reed. Something entirely different yet unmistakably Vandoren for when you need it the most.

The VK is a synthetic reed made of a composite material specially developed by Vandoren in the South of France. It is the result of 7 years of research. The composite material does not imitate the structure of cane, but instead reproduces the essential performance characteristics of the reed to obtain the same acoustic behavior.

The Vandoren VK1 material is also 100% recyclable, hypoallergenic, and complies with strict European chemical safety standards held for use by children.

  • Moisture-resistant, rot-proof, does not warp when dried and is saliva resistant.
  • Can be used directly out of the packaging, without any preparation.
  • Performs considerably longer than cane reeds with a high level of consistency.
  • Material is washable and can be disinfected with alcohol.
  • 100% recyclable, hypoallergenic, and complies with the toy standard, chemical part, EU Directive 2009/48/EC, Annex II – Part III
  • Ideal for marching, pit orchestra, changing climates, etc.
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Profile AP3


Vandoren’s latest addition to the classical saxophone line, the Profile mouthpiece, offers effortless clarity, projection and flexibility.

The Vandoren Profile mouthpieces are made for the classically trained saxophonist. With a rich and flexible color spectrum, easy response, and effortless projection, the Profile allows saxophonists to shape their sound to fit the music of any era.

The Profile is now available for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone saxophones.

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Black Diamond BD2

The Vandoren Black Diamond Ebonite family expands yet again with the new BD2, representing the first new closed facing Boehm system mouthpiece from Vandoren in years

The BD2 combines the M13 Lyre table with the internal and external dimensions unique to the Black Diamond family. This results in a pure, round sound with precise response. Available in 13 series (A=440) and non-13 series (A=442) models.

Tip opening: 102 (1/100mm)
Facing length: medium long

The Black Diamond range for B-flat clarinet includes now the BD2, BD4, BD5 and BD7 mouthpieces, as well as the BD4 HD, BD5 HD and BD6 HD mouthpieces in High Density ebonite.

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