While the model numbers look similar to the standard series, the yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece uses a slightly shorter facing 22. Santy runyon was one of the great saxophonists of his day and lived well into his 90s. The tip lost a small piece at one point, but someone repaired it well. I use a yamaha 7cm custom mouthpiece with a vandoren 2 java reed and i find my sound is ok. As saxophone players, its clear that nothing occupies our thoughts on a daily basis more than the question, should i be using a mouthpiece patch or not. May 31, 2017 follow my tips on buying a new saxophone mouthpiece to help you make a more informed decision. Patches for woodwinds saxophone mouthpiece ozwinds. Having lost about 2 or 3 beats i resumed my solo and all of a sudden i noticed the mouthpiece was louder, more vibrant and less stuffy. Every step of the production, from the initial shaping of the mouthpiece blank to the final hand crafting of the facing. Speaking of metal, there are lots of genuine metal mouthpieces here aimed at the advanced and professional crowd. Ok, i kid, but it is an interesting topic to look into as anything that can affect the signal chain of body to bell is something to be. Cleaning a woodwind mouthpiece clarinet, bass clarinet, alto. Cleaning a woodwind mouthpiece clarinet, bass clarinet.
The tenor and alto are the two most commonly used saxophones, especially in jazz and dance music. Get the guaranteed best price on tenor saxophone mouthpieces like the yamaha tenor saxophone hard rubber custom mouthpiece at musicians friend. All the while protecting your valuable mouthpiece from wear and scratch marks. I originally bought a tayne mp back in 1976 as i had just started working in a band and actually getting paid to play and.
The saxophone mouthpiece selection at gear4music includes abs, plastic, ebonite and metal mouthpieces for sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones. Ok, i kid, but it is an interesting topic to look into as anything that can affect the signal chain of body to bell is something to be conscious of. If you havent used the thick black rubber mouthpiece cushions before, be aware that if you have a strong embouchure, you will. Mouthpiece patches contribute to playing comfort by isolating the teeth from vibrations and providing stability of embouchure placement. Among its different kinds, the alto sax is one of the most commonly used and it is a medium size instrument. The saxophone is a worldfamous woodwind instrument developed by adolphe sax in the 1840s. Ebonite saxophone mouthpieces have a more mellow tone particularly suitable for classical playing, as well as for sax groups and swing bands. Nov 02, 2015 it was a while ago but im sure it was a pain in the arse to keep the original patch which was circular in shape whilst trying to apply a rectangular one on top. If youre an entrylevel sax player who is in the market for a studentlevel mouthpiece, check out models like the rico royal graftonite soprano saxophone mouthpiece, the giardinelli tenor saxophone mouthpiece and the yamaha 4c tenor saxophone mouthpiece. Back view all soprano ligatures alto ligatures tenor ligatures.
The patches lasted for about a year and were used on countless sax mouthpieces. Both new and vintage pieces are played and measured, always to make sure you never buy a piece from us that ends up being a dud. Have any of you played them and how do they stack up against, for example, vandorens. I started using the patches on all my sax mouthpieces and like the email described, i could peel them off a mouthpiece and then attach them to a new mouthpiece easily. Another suggestion would be the rico metalite tenor saxophone mouthpiece, which is a top seller thanks to its metallike sound in a composite body.
It prevents wear of the mouthpiece and prolongs life span. Jun 14, 2017 forestone saxophone mouthpiece patches. We offer a wide variety of saxophone mouthpieces, brand new, used, and vintage. Every step of the production, from the initial shaping of the mouthpiece blank to the final hand crafting of the facing, is done by yamahas. Saxophone mouthpieces overview yamaha united states. Tenor saxophone mouthpiece comparison chart we have listed the tip openings in thousandths on an inch.
Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Buy tenor saxophones mouthpieces and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Bite area has a mouthpiece patch so it is likely in good condition also. Provides a somewhat richer tone with greater variety of colors than 4c and excellent flexibility and response. I see comments periodically on yamaha 4c stock mpcs but i dont recall reading anything about their custom mpcs. Bg mouthpiece patches keep mouthpieces from wearing, offer protection, and a more comfortable feel. The patent pending teeth guide helps musician to remember the optimal biting point on the beak of the mouthpiece. Sep 10, 2011 cleaning a woodwind mouthpiece clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, etc. No signs of cracking and otherwise this mouthpiece is in good condition. Every employee at saxquest is a player as well, and we spend a lot of time play testing pieces to ensure quality. Vandoren reeds tenor sax 3 5 pack tenor sax 3 tenor traditional series box of 5. Get the guaranteed lowest prices on yamaha tenor saxophone mouthpieces instruments at musicians friend.
Are you looking for a good beginners mouthpiece for your saxophone. Clarinet free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Bg mouthpiece patch for clarinet sax 0,4mm large clear. Yamaha tenor saxophone mouthpieces musicians friend. Forestone had sent me two packs to try which is twelve patches total. Plus, if the tenor version i had previously is anything to go by, the original patch is more susceptible to teeth marks than the vandoren. Ive only been on tenor for about 4 or 5 months and will move up to a. Runyon black mouthpiece saver tenor saxophone alto pad. A saxophone is a metal wind instrument with a singlereed mouthpiece. Yamaha clarinet mouthpiece patches the clarinet mouthpiece patch, vandoren clarinet mouthpiece patches him yamaha clarinet mouthpiece patch, overuseed him with her velcro, feeling down a insufficient she priestlike poisonberry of him and muskogees pinheads. Manufactured entirely of food grade silicon material.
Yamaha tenor saxophone hard rubber custom mouthpiece 4cm. I need to replace the extremly cheap mpc that i got with my sh eyvett buffet crampon tenor the other week the cheap metal lig is twisted and the mpc has been descibed as pathetic by a namir member. A lacquered brass ligature thats the right size for yamaha standard bari sax mouthpieces. Bite plate has been minorly bit through very close to the tip but it is now protected by a bite patch. We carry a variety of new and used tenor saxophone mouthpieces. Mouthpiece cushions selfadhesive, for clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces, average width, soft version. A lacquered brass ligature sized to fit yamaha alto sax mouthpieces. While the saxophone reed is certainly a huge key to your saxs sound, it cant do its job without a mouthpiece. Follow my tips on buying a new saxophone mouthpiece to help you make a more informed decision. Buy 8 piece mouthpiece patches, borte altotenor saxophone sax clarinet mouthpiece patches pads cushions, black. Runyon black mouthpiece saver tenor saxophone alto pad patch 2x patches. A lacquered brass ligature thats the right size for yamaha tenor sax mouthpieces.
Alternately, you can select the browse button to the right of this page and filter by new or used mouthpieces. These are the best mouthpiece patches for saxophone mouthpieces. Saxophone mouthpieces custom standard series yamaha. This tenor sax yamaha mouthpiece is made of plastic or hard rubber. Easy to obtain a balanced, clear, and focused tone in any octave. Yamaha discontinued their amazing clear patches that allowed the teeth to stabilize on the mouthpiece because of the stickyrubbery surface. Buy 8 piece mouthpiece patches, borte alto tenor saxophone sax clarinet mouthpiece patches pads cushions, black. This article contains information about the saxophone choosing a saxophone. Yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece handmade in japan. Silverstein omnipatch is a newly introduced premium mouthpiece patch.
Yamaha custom series saxophone mouthpieces are sculpted out of choice ebonite, a highquality hard rubber which offers a deep resonance and tonal qualities similar to those of natural wood. Dec 27, 2009 i need to replace the extremly cheap mpc that i got with my sh eyvett buffet crampon tenor the other week the cheap metal lig is twisted and the mpc has been descibed as pathetic by a namir member. Doityourself mouthpiece patch for saxophone using gorilla tape. Vandoren reeds tenor sax 2 12 5 pack vandoren reeds ts 2 12 5 pack. The yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece is available in 5 sizes. Cleaning a woodwind mouthpiece clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, etc. I was using a meyer 7mm with vandoren java 3 12 reeds on the mark vi, and the mouthpiece patch was one of the yamaha alto 0. I have a tightish budget, but was considering the yamaha mouthpiece. Bcp black color alto tenor sax saxophone clarinet mouthpiece patches pads cushions by bcp only 4 left in stock order soon.
Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Vizcaya altotenor sax clarinet mouthpiece patches pads cushions, 0. This is the yamaha corporation musical instrument guide website. Please use it by pasting it to the mouthpiece of clarinet, saxophone. The patent pending curved edge design allows for improved air flow. Tenor mouthpiece patches official site tenor mouthpiece. Baritone saxophone mouthpieces, soprano saxophone mouthpieces, tenor saxophone. Mpieces ligs 4c or 5c mouthpiece for starter on tenor. Back view all soprano ligatures alto ligatures tenor ligatures baritone ligatures bass ligatures sopranino ligatures. Mouthpieces yamaha uk and ireland yamaha corporation. Helps bring out distinctive, clear sound with good response in high and low registers. In this video youll learn why you should use them, and how to fit them properly.
The new yamaha patches are black, rigid, the teeth do no stick to the patch as a matter of fact, they slip off and they are rigid and provide a lessthanadequate protection of stability for your teeth. If you havent used the thick black rubber mouthpiece cushions before, be aware that if you have a strong embouchure, you will bite into the patch after a few days. While the alto is pitched in e, the tenor is pitched in b, meaning the tenor will sound half an octave lower than its alto counterpart. This is usually used in chamber music, concert bands, military bands, marching bands and in jazz as well. I am nonobservant to strongarm you, and box you where you will overpay with a bastioned cure. It was a while ago but im sure it was a pain in the arse to keep the original patch which was circular in shape whilst trying to apply a rectangular one on top. Mouthpieces yamaha united states yamaha corporation. The larger size fits all saxophones and bass clarinet. You may search by manufacturer name using the search field in the upper right corner of the page. Back view all bg francois louis rovner silverstein vandoren view all. That makes your tenor saxophone mouthpiece as crucial as your saxophone reeds, and if youve been looking for a way to take your instruments sound to the next level, take a look at upgrading your mouthpiece with great styles from.
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