Currently D’Addario Woodwinds (formerly RICO) Features of Grand Concert Select • Thick center for strong core • Full-bodied and focused sound • Suitable for classical music • For those who blow with a strong breath • Relatively little variation between individual reeds Playing feel of 3½ • More resistance than 3 • Easier to stabilize pitch • ◎ when you want to produce a "solid sound" on an Eb clarinet