Vandoren Bb Clarinet Reeds (Box of 10)Vandoren Bb Clarinet Reeds (Box of 10) Vandoren Clarinet Reeds are considered an industry standard among professional woodwind players. They are slightly thicker than some of their competitors, resulting in better durability and tone. These reeds have excellent response in all registers, flexibility allowing the legato or staccato execution of large intervals; a rich tone. Thickness at the tip: . 085 mm (0. 0035 inch) Thickness at the heel: 2. 8 mm.