Elevate your playing experience with the 'Zen' Attitude strap by BG. Merging the classic appeal of leather straps with superior quality, aesthetic, and comfort. This leather neck strap is thoughtfully lined with sponge to ensure sweat absorption and added comfort during extended use. The strap incorporates an ABS extender paired with an elastic string, designed to alleviate neck pressure. The easy-to-use metal hook ensures swift adjustments and is complemented by two included leather connectors.
Purchased as a gift for my student daughter who is adding Cor Anglais playing to her repertoire. A quick browse brought me to Crook & Staple and the option of this strap with elastic seemed to fit the bill. Reasonably priced and dispatched as indicated. 4 stars only because I can’t finally comment on item in use as this is a gift, to be given shortly.
I found it worked at once, I did not have to scrape or adjust the wires. The sound is excellent throughout the range. High notes are reasonably easy to reach but I could not get top D. (I often have that trouble and it may be a reflection on me but I can get top D on every Legere plastic reed easily.) It is quite hard to blow so I will get tired quickly as it is. That is easily adjusted though. This one is in my bassoon case as my concert best.
I normally buy the KGE Standard reed from Crook and Staple, but due to supply chain issues, I asked to upgrade to the KGE Professional. It seems to be a free-blowing reed but I've yet to play it properly.
When I ordered the chart I was expecting something a little larger and easier to read. I also was hoping for more alternative fingering options and trill fingering. I don’t know if the description was a accurate or if I have simply expected more than I should.
Having never adjusted my own reed before this simple guide is amazing. I can now make basic adjustments to my store bought reeds to ensure they function 100% all the time.