Gonzalez Tenor Saxophone 'Local 627' Jazz Reeds, Box of 5

Gonzalez Tenor Saxophone 'Local 627' Jazz Reeds, Box of 5Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds Overview Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds are hand selected tenor sax reeds built from Gonzalez grown cane and voiced with the Local 627 Jazz cut for a flexible feel and quick response. The Local 627 name references the Kansas City musicians union (Local 627), associated with a deep jazz history that includes artists such as Charlie Parker. Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds Specifications

Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds Overview

Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds are hand-selected tenor sax reeds built from Gonzalez-grown cane and voiced with the Local 627 Jazz cut for a flexible feel and quick response. The Local 627 name references the Kansas City musicians’ union (Local 627), associated with a deep jazz history that includes artists such as Charlie Parker.

Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds Specifications

• Instrument: Tenor Saxophone
• Cut: Local 627 Jazz cut (larger scrape area for increased flexibility and quicker response vs Gonzalez Regular Cut)
  
• Cane source: Gonzalez family plantation “3 de Mayo,” at the foot of the Andes mountains
• Cane aging: Aged a minimum of 3 years before manufacturing
• Selection: Hand-selected cane
• Accessories: Box of 5 reeds

Condition

Brand new in factory sealed packaging

Who the Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Jazz Reed is For

Gonzalez Local 627 Tenor Saxophone Reeds are jazz-voiced tenor sax reeds designed for players who want a more flexible feel and a quicker response than a traditional cut. The Local 627 Jazz cut uses a larger scrape area, meaning more cane is removed, which can help the reed speak quickly and feel more responsive under the air.

The reeds are made from Gonzalez cane grown on their own “3 de Mayo” plantation and aged for at least three years, reflecting Gonzalez’s long-standing focus on consistent, professional-grade reed materials since 1982.

Common Questions About The Gonzalez Local 627

What does “Local 627” mean on Gonzalez reeds?

“Local 627” is an homage to the Kansas City musicians’ union (Local 627), known for its jazz legacy and association with artists including Charlie Parker.

How is the Local 627 Jazz cut different from the Gonzalez Regular Cut?

The Local 627 Jazz cut has a larger scrape area, meaning more cane is removed, which typically yields a more flexible feel and a quicker response compared with the Regular Cut.

What comes in the box, and how long is the cane aged?

Each box includes 5 tenor saxophone reeds. The cane is grown on Gonzalez’s own plantation and is aged for at least 3 years before manufacturing.