Yamaha 4C 5C 6C Mouthpiece for Alto Saxophone

Yamaha mouthpiece for alto saxophone. The mouthpiece is suitable for classical music and, with a larger tip opening, for jazz. The Yamaha mouthpiece responds easily and has a full, rounded tone.

Advantage:

• Made of phenol resin
• Easy response across the entire register
• Supports learning a clean technique
• Balanced, clear, and focused sound
• Tip opening: Please choose the model for the corresponding alto saxophone.

Mouthpiece length (alto saxophone): 23.0 mm

Available with tip openings:

Alto saxophone

• 4c = 1.60mm
• 5c = 1.70mm
• 6c = 1.80mm

Definition and significance of the tip opening:

To characterize the facing, the values for length and opening are combined. It is possible to obtain a specific length with different openings. Both values are only determined when the model is designated. Every player has a different blowing technique, for example due to individual jaw position. The resulting sound with the same reed and mouthpiece can therefore vary greatly. Nevertheless, a few general statements can be made. Short facings do not allow for a pronounced vibrato compared to long facings. However, the upper registers are easier to play with short facings. A narrower tip opening limits the dynamic range because the vibrations of the reed are smaller.

Narrow and medium-narrow tip openings with a long facing and harder reeds achieve a concentrated tone that is convincing due to clear intonation and response, even with large interval leaps. This is important for musicians who play in the symphonic field. The more open the facing becomes, the more voluminous the tone, but the breathy component also increases. This smoky sound is particularly desired by saxophonists and is also popular in jazz. However, it should not be too open, because a disadvantage of a longer and more open facing is that intonation becomes more difficult. The blowing resistance increases and players then prefer to use lighter reeds.

Scope of delivery:

1 Yamaha mouthpiece with your chosen tip opening

Delivery time:

2-4 working days