Yamaha Alto Sax Mouthpiece 4C

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the question posed is not uninteresting, however: would a mouthpiece with the only variable being tip opening...sound discernibly different from the smaller-tipped version ?

The smaller the gap between the tip of the mouthpiece and the tip of the reed, the easier it is to play.Sure – while we’d all love a Ferrari, often the budget simply does not allow it. So we buy a push bike instead. Consider the following mouthpieces when you want to get better at the alto sax. D’Addario Rico Graftonite The Yamaha 4C Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece has a 4C size, a common size for most saxophones. It’s what saxophonists refer to as a good all-arounder.

I have at times playtested horns using both 4C's and 5C's here....I don't have both now because usually I will sell them with the horns I sell...and my recollection is I like how the 5C blows a bit more, and that it does produce a slightly wider tone. Think of it like automatic transmission on a car – for a learner driver, not having to manually change gears while driving makes things so much easier initially. A smaller mouthpiece will be much like the manual car transmission – easier to get a sound out of and you will be off to the races in no time ! If you choose a longer facing curve, you will experience a great deal of vibration. Short and medium facing, on the other hand, help to reduce the amount of vibration.

How to Choose the Best Alto Sax Mouthpiece

This size is perfect for beginners, professionals, and everyone in between. You can use the mouthpiece to get a nice sound as a soloist or in an ensemble.

This mouthpiece appears to be gold-plated, but I can’t tell for sure. Either way, it looks great and can help you get a fantastic sound out of your sax. If you prefer to play jazz music, you might like the JodyJazz HR. There are multiple styles that have different tip openings and facings to help you get the sound and response you desire. You also want to think about how the mouthpiece you buy will sound with the reeds you like. Of course, you can always experiment with reeds to find a new combination that works.

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What I was asking is, while I am able to get a 4C, would a 5C be a good substitute?, would it play similar and have a similar tone, or is it something entirely different? Is it too open, or hard to play for a beginner, or whatever (I don't know much, but I figure you get the kind of questions I'm asking)? Would it give the headaches the Rico Royal has given me? The Yamaha 4C and 5C mouthpieces have three models, soprano, alto, and tenor. But the 5C also has a baritone model. Answer: It doesn’t hurt to try a saxophone mouthpiece before you buy it. That way, you can make sure it works well with your reed and the body or your instrument.