The larger size fits all saxophones and bass clarinet. It can be a useful tool in promoting the correct development of various aspects of embouchure and tone production, especially how much mouthpiece to take and the prevention of biting. The yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece is available in 5 sizes. Everyone from professionals to beginners likes this mouthpiece. Daddario reserve mouthpiece patch for clarinet or saxophone, black, 5 pack. The mouthpiece is a consumable item, and it naturally accumulates teeth marks, but a mouthpiece patch is one method of preventing this. From master mouthpiece maker and aizen founder minoru kubota. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of yamaha saxophone mouthpieces at guitar center. Designed to allow musicians to play different genres, its crucial to understand how each mouthpiece is crafted to maximize. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. 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. Yamaha 4cm alto saxophone hard rubber custom mouthpiece.
It is clearly made as a mouthpiece patch as opposed to something someone cut by hand from some material. We stock a wide range of patches for clarinet and saxophone mouthpiece at very low prices, all available with expert advice. New alto mouthpiece from aizen in 2015, the gr model takes its place in the pro mouthpiece lineup with the benefit of years of technical study and development. This is a beautiful mouthpiece designed by a leading and wellknown saxophonist, eugene rousseau. Saxophone mouthpieces overview yamaha uk and ireland. Ive tried placing them on the rubber pad and over the pad on to the hard rubber towards the tip, but still it. Selmer mouthpiece patch black 15x3pk 1729b for sale online. The selfadhesive mouthpiece cushions make playing easier on your teeth. Please note that the imperial equivalent of these openings and facings are approximate and have been rounded up or down soprano mouthpieces. 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. For a deeper, richer tone, the double cup is available. Supplied in packs of 6 black, clear, thin or thick options available a11 small 0. Yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece handmade in japan.
Ideal for educational purposes, the reserve mouthpiece patch prevents the teeth from sliding on the mouthpiece. Yamaha 4c standard alto saxophone mouthpieces the standard plastic mouthpiece offered by yamaha is a great starter piece. Thin but padded patch adheres to where the mouthpiece is blown into. If a racy, powerful tone like that preferred by the german orchestras is preferred, the yamaha 30c4 or similar ucup mouthpiece is recommended, or for a slightly softer tone, choose the vcup. Easy to obtain a balanced, clear, and focused tone in any octave.
Add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart customer rating. Mouthpiece patches contribute to playing comfort by isolating the teeth from vibrations and providing stability of embouchure placement. Mouthpiece cushions selfadhesive, for clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces, average width, soft version, thickness. Please use it by pasting it to the mouthpiece of clarinet, saxophone. However, when the teeth are making strong contact i. Provides a somewhat richer tone with greater variety of colors than 4c and excellent flexibility and response. Silverstein omnipatch is a newly introduced premium mouthpiece patch.
I have not had this problem before with the other mouthpieces i own. Yamaha has prepared an array of topquality woodwind mouthpieces to meet the musical requirements of players at every level of proficiency in every genre. All his designs are unique and matchless in terms of performance and quality, and this one is among the bestselling alto mouthpieces. More so than the saxophone itself getting a new mouthpiece will have a much larger impact on your sound than getting a new saxophone. Suitable for use on clarinet or saxophone mouthpieces each package contains one sheet of 5 mouthpiece patches. Saxophone mouthpieces custom standard series yamaha. 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. Bg mouthpiece patches keep mouthpieces from wearing, offer protection, and a more comfortable feel. It lasts for a long time, and they fit metal alto mouthpieces. A huge part of the overall success of a saxophone player, the correct saxophone mouthpiece is a choice made purely out of personal preference.
Manufactured entirely of food grade silicon material. Intended to extend the life of the woodwind mouthpiece. Also, i cant think of any patch that ive used that have felt like these. 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. I was playing the 2011 beavercreek, ohio jazz festival the other day with the usaf nighthawk jazz combo.
In the middle of my alto solo on one of the jazz tunes, my mouthpiece patch on my alto mouthpiece came off and i threw it to the ground. Muncy winds music was founded in 1987 in denton, texas. Yamaha 4c alto saxophone mouthpiece the yamaha yac1286 4c mouthpiece makes it easy to obtain a balanced, clear, and focused tone in any octave. Saxophone mouthpieces overview yamaha united states. Follow my tips on buying a new saxophone mouthpiece to help you make a more informed decision. Yamaha discontinued their amazing clear patches that allowed the teeth to stabilize on the mouthpiece because of the stickyrubbery surface.
Only thing is these are less forgiving when sticking. We specialize in the highest quality instruments and equipment for wind musicians at an affordable price. Most saxophone players i know have a drawer full of mouthpieces. While the model numbers look similar to the standard series, the yamaha custom alto sax mouthpiece uses a slightly shorter facing 22. Yamaha yac1093p mouthpiece patch buddy rogers music, inc. To make this, we analyzed and broke down the sound of the master alto saxophonist paul desmonds mouthpieces. All clarinet and saxophone mouthpiece patches are for sale here on our online music shop or within our retail music store based in manchester. Then i put them on my tenor and alto mpcs to protect the bite plate and beak. The patent pending teeth guide helps musician to remember the optimal biting point on the beak of the mouthpiece. These are the best mouthpiece patches for saxophone mouthpieces. All the while protecting your valuable mouthpiece from wear and scratch marks.
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. A properly fitted saxophone mouthpiece can make the difference between a good performance and a great one, which is why you need to give careful consideration to the one you choose. It prevents wear of the mouthpiece and prolongs life span. It is firm but gives a bit when you place your teeth on it. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. Mouthpiece cushions selfadhesive, for clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces, average width, soft version. If you mess it up it really doesnt restick well at all. The one and only place i could find these patches in the us is which is the exclusive forestone saxophone distributor in the usa. 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. More info as for the higher number cs being more mellow, im not sure about that. The patent pending curved edge design allows for improved air flow.
Patches for woodwinds saxophone mouthpiece ozwinds. The most popluar mouthpiece patches within our range. In this video youll learn why you should use them, and how to fit them properly. Onown 40 pieces altotenor saxophone and clarinet mouthpiece cushion foodgrade sax mouthpiece patches pads cushions 0. Mouthpieces yamaha uk and ireland yamaha corporation.
Helps bring out distinctive, clear sound with good response in high and low registers. Shop the best selection of woodwind mouthpieces including clarinet, saxophone, and more at and get the lowest price and fast, free shipping. Mouthpieces yamaha united states yamaha corporation. Get the guaranteed lowest prices on yamaha saxophone mouthpieces instruments at musicians friend. This also fits the neck and it is absolutely essential that you swab out your mouthpiece and neck after every playing session. My favorite alto saxophone mouthpiece swab is made by bg.
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. Yamaha yac1645p alto sax mouthpiece cap plastic 4c for. Hi guys i have just purchased a jody jazz hr6m for my alto. The custom series incorporates this experience in the design and manufacture of every mouthpiece in the series. Since not all mouthpieces are made the same, it definitely helps to try out a few and this section of saxophone mouthpieces is the perfect place to start.