Vandoren JAVA Alto Saxophone Reeds combine a thicker tip with a flexible palette to produce a bright, robust tone coupled with a lightning-fast response. Since 1983, JAVA reeds have been the standard for jazz and popular music saxophonists seeking reeds that can keep up with their technical demands. The JAVA Green reed's generously sized tip causes the reed to vibrate over a broad surface area, resulting in a huge dynamic range and elasticity. This flexibility gives players greater control and expressiveness. The JAVA reed has improved responsiveness for fast-paced jazz and leads to fewer stuck notes. JAVA Alto Saxophone Reeds are for woodwind musicians seeking a powerful, versatile reed for live performance or studio recording