Alto Mouthpieces
I am a dealer for Morgan Mouthpieces and Aaron Drake Mouthpieces so I usually have a good selection of those available in the shop. I have tried everything and I feel those are some of the best handmade mouthpieces on the market. The best way to buy a mouthpiece is to try a few in person so give me a call and you can play some here in my shop before buying.
Aaron Drake NY Jazz Alto 6 - $350 Out of Stock
From Aaron Drake: "We have designed this exciting new model to embody the characteristics of the great vintage NY Meyers with the added control and response qualities that Drake has become know for. The rollover baffle transitions to a gradual floor slope that delivers the air column at a carefully calibrated angle to give maximum projection and depth of tone. The medium “venturi” type chamber also contributes to a controlled evenness of timbre through the registers. The beak angle and body dimensions have also been design for optimal embouchure comfort and beauty.
Made from Drake Vintage Resin."
Made from Drake Vintage Resin."
NEW Aaron Drake Phil Woods "Masters Series" Size 5 - $350 out of stock
This mouthpiece is the product of a very special project in collaboration with the Phil Woods estate.
This mouthpiece is a near identical replica of the mouthpiece that Phil Woods played for over 40 years. The essential geometry of the mouthpiece is identical to Phil's mouthpiece, and it has the great characteristic vibe of one of the greatest alto saxophone sounds the world has ever known!
There is a comfortable level of resistance balanced with a freeness and ease of play through the range of the alto. A true experience to play and explore its potentials.
Each Phil Woods Mouthpiece is Handcrafted by Aaron Drake and is finished with a serial number.
Each mouthpiece includes a Drake Quad Point ligature and cap, velvet pouch and carry case
These mouthpieces are designed for a "universal" ligature fitment and most standard HR Alto ligatures will fit
This mouthpiece is a near identical replica of the mouthpiece that Phil Woods played for over 40 years. The essential geometry of the mouthpiece is identical to Phil's mouthpiece, and it has the great characteristic vibe of one of the greatest alto saxophone sounds the world has ever known!
There is a comfortable level of resistance balanced with a freeness and ease of play through the range of the alto. A true experience to play and explore its potentials.
Each Phil Woods Mouthpiece is Handcrafted by Aaron Drake and is finished with a serial number.
Each mouthpiece includes a Drake Quad Point ligature and cap, velvet pouch and carry case
These mouthpieces are designed for a "universal" ligature fitment and most standard HR Alto ligatures will fit
Morgan Jazz New York, Sizes 5, 6, and 7 - $329
Fantastic handmade hard rubber pieces in the style of the vintage New York Meyer. This is one of my absolute favorite alto pieces! Includes new Rovner Light ligature, cap, pouch, and box.
Morgan Classical 3C - $319
I think this is the best classical alto mouthpiece available today. If you're accustomed to playing the typical small-chamber modern classical mouthpieces like the Selmer C* or Vandoren Optimum, this Morgan will be a revelation. It might take a little time to get used to it but once you get the feel for it, I don't think you will ever go back. This kind of mouthpiece has a much more full and balanced saxophone sound with a lot more depth and low end when compared to the thin and clarinet-like tone of the square chamber Selmer C*. This is a really beautiful sounding mouthpiece and is very easy to play. Don't be afraid of the large chamber. It is very easy to control and not at all stuffy. I highly recommend you give it a try.
Carlsbad Vintage 1950s Brilhart Tonalin 4, Measures .075" - $275
This killer player has that early bebop vibe and is the perfect tip opening, measuring in at .075". There was a crack in the shank like you often see with these so I fitted it with a nickel plated ring which will keep it solid. I also filled in some tooth marks with epoxy so it's nice and smooth.
Carlsbad Vintage 1950s Brilhart Ebolin 4, Measures .075" - $275
D'Addario Select Jazz 7M - $165 NEW
The Select Jazz line is milled not molded, from solid rod rubber, using D'Addario's precise computer-controlled mouthpiece-making technology. The result is a mouthpiece with a classic sound and response, with even intonation across the entire range of the saxophone. The inspiration for these mouthpieces was derived from the great vintage mouthpieces of the first half of the 20th century, but with modern precision milling.
Theo Wanne Durga 3 Blue A.R.T 7 - $400 USED
Morgan Fry "Vintage Bros" 6 - $265 USED
From Morgan: "This is a version of the classic medium chamber alto mouthpiece. Probably the best of the old vintage alto designs. Great, fat sound with tons of overtones. Compared with the Original, this has a little less edge and a little broader sound. The perfect mouthpiece if you're chasing that Cannonball sound. This one is machined from our 1920's formula hard rubber."
Meyer 6M - $150 NEW
Bill Street custom 7 - $200
NEW Vandoren Java A35 - $125
NEW Claude Lakey Original - Sizes 5, 6, and 7 In Stock - $120
Theo Wanne "Shiva 2" Size 8 Marbled Hard Rubber, Enlightened Lig & Cap - $375 USED
Here's a big powerful alto piece with tons of projection and pop.
Theo Wanne "Gaia 2" Size 7 Hard Rubber - $325 USED
This piece was one I bought for myself and played for a few months and is one of my favorites. It's flawless and has no damage and comes with the original ligature, cap, patches, pouch, and box. This is an incredibly versatile piece. If you push it hard it can play extremely loud and as bright as you want but if you back off it can go quite dark with a great subtone too.
Vandoren Optimum AL3 - $75 USED
Morgan Jazz 5M - $150 USED
This is an older Morgan and I believe this is from the time when Ralph was still around. This is a real killer player!