Reviews
Richard Haynes — Ensemble Proton
clarinets in Ab, Eb, C, Bb & A
clarinet d'amore & basset horn
bass, contralto & contrabass clarinets
Anton Clarke-Butler - Freelance clarinettist with Chineke ! Orchestra
Reviews. Who uses Reed and Squeak cases ?
"Tired of walking around with too many cases I found the Reed and Squeak company, which was recommended to me. One telephone call and I was in business. It took only a few quick emails with measurements and photo's to decide that I would give the triple Bass Clarinet case a go. Within a few days the case arrived in The Netherlands and I am very happy with it since. The clarinets fit perfectly and the case is adjustable to my wishes. Many thanks to Mark O'Brien who helped me greatly!
The Reed and Squeak Compact Double case is fantastic ! It is light, compact, has plenty of storage room for reeds and music etc and most importantly keeps my instruments very secure. The shoulder straps make it very comfortable to carry on my back. I would recommend it wholeheartedly to any clarinettist. Tim Lines - Freelance Clarinettist ex LSO and CBSO.
I love my Reed and Squeak Compact Double Clarinet case. Its really light and holds loads of stuff. Jo Patton - Principal Second Clarinet and Eb, CBSO.
I'm really pleased with my Reed and Squeak case - it's compact enough to fit on the back of my bike, lightweight and good value for money too! The reinforced sides and top mean I have no qualms in taking it on trains / on tour, and I like the way that you can arrange the internal layout to suit. There's plenty of space for reeds and gizmos. Tom Verity - Principal Clarinet Welsh National Opera.
Thanks again for the case. I'm using it and I love it!!
Michael Lowenstern
In order to reduce the number of items I take with me whilst on the road I was looking for a new case that could carry both my bass clarinet and a pair of clarinets. The Reed and Squeak triple case was exactly what I was looking for – a good sturdy, well designed case at a very affordable price. The case is compact but the instruments fit in with ease, and the inner compartments are flexible with plenty of cushioning so I don’t have to worry about there being too much pressure on the delicate key-work. And there is room for all the extras I need to carry around with me – reeds, cleaning swabs, tool kit, music etc. Lenny Sayers - Principal Bass Clarinet BBC NOW.
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Robert Hill - Ex-Principal Clarinet LPO.
Ákos Ács - Budapest Festival Orchestra.
Ramón Wodkowski
The Reed and Squeak bass clarinet case is undoubtedly the best I've ever used. It's light, strong and spacious and has shown itself to stand out from others I've tried in the past.
Recently, I was forced to put it to the test when I was unable book a seat for it on a flight to London. I was informed it had to go in the hold and no amount of diplomacy or persuasion on my part would make the airline change its mind and allow me to take it into the cabin. Since I was committed to the playing the engagement, I had to let it go and hope for the best.
Inside was the bass clarinet, an Eb clarinet, a Bb clarinet and a recorder. Happy and relieved to report that all arrived in perfect working order. Although hopefully this is not something I will be doing again, it clearly shows the craftsmanship in the build of Reed and Squeak products. I highly recommend these cases to any serious player. John Durant - Seville Spain. European Freelance Player
After literally years of searching the web for a gig bag for my contrabass clarinet, I found Reed and Squeak. And I couldn’t be happier!
Until now I have had, 2 different cases. The original wooden box model and a long unpadded gig bag model. The first was heavy and was impossible to carry around. It did protect the instrument.
The second was very easy to carry, lightweight and with backpack straps. Unfortunately the instrument wasn’t secure inside, so it broke all the time.
Now I'm a happy camper! The gig bag from Reed and Squeak suits all my needs. It is sturdy, and the instrument is very, very secure inside. I can ride my bike with it. I can put it with my other horns in the car. It is even possible that I would allow it to be checked in as baggage on a flight.
There is plenty of room for accessories, floor peg, sheet music, reeds and other stuff you might need when doing a gig. You might even be able to fit your lunch box in there !
The only downside there is to the case is the weight. But compared to all the good things, it is a very minor detail.
On top of all this, Mark at Reed and Squeak is so nice doing business with. Great service!
Need anything from that shop, don’t hesitate.
Jacob Danielsen, Denmark
www.jacobd.dk
James Burke- Ex-Co-Principal clarinet BBC Symphony Orchestra
Richard Hosford- Principal clarinet BBC Symphony Orchestra
Jon Carnac
Fiona Mitchell
I have purchased two clarinet cases and find them to be of a very high quality, practical, nicely compact, motorcycle-friendly, comfortable to carry and truly excellent value for money” Chris Swann
‘This (triple) case provides perfect every-day protection for my alto sax, clarinet and flute. The light, compact nature of it is matched by the level of protection it offers making it the ‘must have’ purchase for the busy multi-instrumentalist’ Paul Saunders
Scott Lygate
Anna Hashimoto
Dougie Mitchell- ex Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Nick Cox- Freelance Clarinettist and ex RLPO
Dan Bayley