D’Addario announces the transition of its iconic Rico reed line to D’Addario Organics, completing the company’s multi-year commitment to making all reeds 100% USDA Certified Organic. That means no harmful chemicals, pesticides, or herbicides are involved at any stage of production, from cane cultivation to packaging the final product.
Same Unparalleled Performance
Rico reeds join Reserve, Select Jazz, and Royal reeds in the D’Addario Organics family: the first and only fully organic reed lineup. Players can expect the same dependable response, familiar feel, and elevated experience they loved about Rico reeds before the transition to Organics, now backed by a more sustainable and environmentally responsible process.
Designed for Players, Trusted by Educators
Featuring a traditional blank and unfiled cut for immediate response and ease of play, Rico reeds remain a beloved go-to choice for students, educators, and advancing players around the world.
“Rico reeds provide an outstanding balance of value and performance for our students,” said Alicia Crutchlow, Band Director for Abner Creek Middle School. “They are consistently reliable right out of the box, which gives our students immediate success and confidence. Rico allows us to focus on making music instead of troubleshooting equipment.”
“After 36 years in the band hall, there are some things that you never sacrifice. In my mind that is reeds,” reports Beth Fabrizio, Ret. Director of Bands at Village Elementary (NY) and International Adjudicator & Clinician. “I used Rico Clarinet and Saxophone reeds with my students starting at the 4th grade level. “When students play on Rico Reeds, they get reliability, clarity and the freedom to grow into their sound with great success!”
Key Features
- 100% Certified Organic Cane: Grown and processed without pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic chemicals.
- Easy Playability: Designed for beginners and students with a focus on ease of response and control.
- Traditional Unfiled Cut: Delivers a clear, consistent tone with reliable performance.
- Educator-Trusted: A long-standing standard in classrooms and music programs worldwide.
- Sustainable Packaging: New recyclable paper reed holders help eliminate approximately 70,000 lbs. of plastic annually.
Availability
D’Addario Organics Rico reeds will be available beginning April 6, 2026, through daddario.com and authorized D’Addario dealers worldwide.
