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. I also usually have an assortment of more mainstream brands like Meyer and Vandoren to choose from. The best way to buy a mouthpiece is to try several in person first but if you're not local and would like to have a mouthpiece shipped to you, just give me a call and I can help make a recommendation and send it out to you.
NEW Aaron Drake NY Jazz Alto 5 (.075") - $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" Sizes 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
NEW Morgan Jazz New York, Sizes 5, 6, and 7 In Stock - $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.
NEW! Meyer Bros NY Connoisseur Series 6M - $319
The original vintage New York Meyer Alto Sax mouthpiece is the most sought after mouthpiece in history. As time went on and Meyer (whether the original Meyer or JJ Babbitt who makes Meyer today) continued to modify their mouthpieces, many players have sought to reclaim the performance of previous models. This has driven the pricing of vintage New York Meyer’s into the 4 digit price range! As a result, JJ Babbitt has sought to bring back much of the performance characteristics of the history of the Meyer brand, offering players the choice of performance styles in modern mouthpieces. The first of the line was the 100th Anniversary “NY Meyer” models which have been a huge success. Now, Babbitt continues this with the Meyer Connoisseur Alto Sax Mouthpiece!
The Meyer Connoisseur alto mouthpiece is based on the original Meyer Bros New York mouthpiece that Cannonball played on and had retro-fitted with a brass retention ring due to a crack in the mouthpiece shank. This new model is a warmer, richer tone than the NY Meyer models while maintaining great response and control.
Molding a mouthpiece requires many unique tools. With the Meyer Connoisseur Alto mouthpiece, Babbitt has returned to using the Original Molds (exterior shape), Cores (chamber and shank) and Facing Cams (creates the facing curve & baffle) used during the Meyer Bros production. This means that these are truly the ORIGINAL mouthpiece re-born, not just a “marketing” gimmick but truly a great mouthpiece brought back from the most legendary brand.
In addition to the original manufacturing tools, the Connoisseur models feature a rubber that has an enhanced vulcanization process the more closely emulate the original hardness/density of the original mouthpieces. Increased time in the hand finishing of these models yields a higher quality mouthpiece that brings out the performance of the original design.
The Meyer Connoisseur alto mouthpiece is based on the original Meyer Bros New York mouthpiece that Cannonball played on and had retro-fitted with a brass retention ring due to a crack in the mouthpiece shank. This new model is a warmer, richer tone than the NY Meyer models while maintaining great response and control.
Molding a mouthpiece requires many unique tools. With the Meyer Connoisseur Alto mouthpiece, Babbitt has returned to using the Original Molds (exterior shape), Cores (chamber and shank) and Facing Cams (creates the facing curve & baffle) used during the Meyer Bros production. This means that these are truly the ORIGINAL mouthpiece re-born, not just a “marketing” gimmick but truly a great mouthpiece brought back from the most legendary brand.
In addition to the original manufacturing tools, the Connoisseur models feature a rubber that has an enhanced vulcanization process the more closely emulate the original hardness/density of the original mouthpieces. Increased time in the hand finishing of these models yields a higher quality mouthpiece that brings out the performance of the original design.
Meyer 5M and 6M In Stock - $150 NEW
Morgan Fry "Vintage Bros" 6 - $275 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."
Phil-Tone Aurora 6 (.076") - $300 USED
From Phil: "This mouthpiece is able to take a full airstream without breaking up or becoming harsh. The palm keys are never thin and the lows are full, warm and round. The Aurora provides an expressive upper register while inviting you to explore its robust low end, which flows effortlessly. The Aurora shines equally well as a section blender or as a lead combo piece."
This killer piece is in like-new condition.
This killer piece is in like-new condition.
1940s Mineola NY Vintage Brilhart Ebolin 3* (.075") - $220
Maceo plays one of these! No damage, no cracks, original facing, no teeth marks, plays great.
NEW Vandoren Java A35 - $125
NEW Claude Lakey Original - Sizes 5, 6, and 7 In Stock - $120
USED Theo Wanne "Gaia 2" Size 7 Hard Rubber - $325
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.
Bill Street Custom 6 J - $200
Here's a nice handmade jazz piece by Bill Street. It is a 6J that he modified to be slightly darker than usual. It's a pretty traditional Meyer-style medium chamber jazz piece with a nice easy to play facing.
