Tenor 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.
NEW Otto Link Connoisseur Series "Early Babbitt" 6*, 7, 7*, 8 In Stock - $379
JJ Babbitt finally decided to do a reissue of the vintage Early Babbitt tenor mouthpiece using the original molds and it is fantastic! This is nothing like the standard modern Tone Edge mouthpiece they were making for many years which was dead, dull and stuffy. This piece is perfectly balanced and has all of the color and pop you could want without being too edgy or aggressive.
NEW Otto Link "Florida" 8 - $349
JJ Babbitt has been doing some great things lately with their re-issue series. This is a much better Link than the old standard Super Tone Master and you can see the difference in the baffle and finishing work. This piece has much more color and versatility and plays very full and fat. This is easily the best metal Link in decades.
Vandoren V16 Metal T7 Medium Chamber with Optimum Ligature & Cap - $379 NEW
I have to admit I'm kind of shocked how well this piece plays and sounds! Vandoren really nailed the Florida Otto Link vibe here and the best part is you don't have to try dozens of them to find one that plays great like with a vintage piece. I highly recommend giving this one a shot if you're after that classic 1950-60s jazz tenor sound. This really is quite a player! And it comes with the Optimum Ligature and cap so you won't have to hunt for something that fits right.
Vandoren Java T55 - $159 NEW
Here's a great player with a fat warm tone. It has a particularly long facing curve which makes for very fat low notes and and easy response.
NEW Drake "FG" Tenor 7* - $355 out of stock
The New “FG” model features a long rollover baffle which gradually transitions to a medium chamber. The tone is beautifully centered with a broad spectrum of harmonics available to the player. Articulation is immediate and precise. The tip rail shaping, facing calibration and baffle contouring are handcrafted to ensure each mouthpiece plays with the highest degree of precision and consistency. Includes a Drake Double Rail Ligature, Drake branded cap, velvet pouch, and carry case.
Drake Eddie Daniels "La Voce" 7* - $320 Out of Stock
Introducing the Eddie Daniels “La Voce” – a new model for Tenor. A clear, focused, and flexible tonal quality is the result of this original acoustic design. Exceptional control and responsiveness with great projection and the versatility to play any style of music. This is a rollover baffle design with a unique floor contour and medium chamber.
“My sound is about my voice……not only that, but the sound is my voice. So…the “La Voce” mouthpiece is, or enables the sound to become my voice. I think it has the flexibility to become your personal voice…with the closer facing for more subtle qualities and the larger tip opening for balls to the wall. Try it!! You will like it!” – Eddie Daniels
Includes Drake Double Rail Ligature, Cap, Pouch and Case.
“My sound is about my voice……not only that, but the sound is my voice. So…the “La Voce” mouthpiece is, or enables the sound to become my voice. I think it has the flexibility to become your personal voice…with the closer facing for more subtle qualities and the larger tip opening for balls to the wall. Try it!! You will like it!” – Eddie Daniels
Includes Drake Double Rail Ligature, Cap, Pouch and Case.
Drake "Son of Slant" Large Chamber 7* - $350 In Stock
From Aaron Drake: This tenor model features the essential design elements of a vintage HR Otto Link Slant with specially calibrated modifications for the modern saxophonist. The rollover baffle and floor delivery points have been specifically designed for optimal air flow and to create a beautifully balanced overtone series.
This mouthpiece features a slight undercutting of the side walls and a medium or large chamber.This is THE mouthpiece for jazz saxophonists looking for the vintage feel with a modern delivery.
“Son of Slant” is made from our specially engineered Hybrid Vintage Resin Material, which incorporates a small amount of ceramic into the resin, this enhances the acoustic resonance while also contributing a beautiful vintage aesthetic.
This mouthpiece features a slight undercutting of the side walls and a medium or large chamber.This is THE mouthpiece for jazz saxophonists looking for the vintage feel with a modern delivery.
“Son of Slant” is made from our specially engineered Hybrid Vintage Resin Material, which incorporates a small amount of ceramic into the resin, this enhances the acoustic resonance while also contributing a beautiful vintage aesthetic.
Drake Jerry Bergonzi "Power Resonance" Masters Series 7* - $370 out of stock
“When I listen to all my favorite recordings of Saxophone players, the sound is in front of the band like a vocalist would be, having great presence to hear all the nuances in the sound. That’s why I like the “Power Resonance” mouthpiece as it gives that type if presence.” – Jerry
The Bergonzi “Power Resonance” Model features a rollover baffle contour – identical to the Bergonzi “EB” model – with a raised floor contour which gives the piece greater projection without being bright.
Includes – Drake Double Rail Ligature, Cap, Pouch and case
The Bergonzi “Power Resonance” Model features a rollover baffle contour – identical to the Bergonzi “EB” model – with a raised floor contour which gives the piece greater projection without being bright.
Includes – Drake Double Rail Ligature, Cap, Pouch and case
Drake NY Jazz Tenor 7* - $350 In Stock
From Aaron Drake:
Years in the making, this handmade original by Aaron Drake has become a best-selling design. The New York Jazz incorporates Drake’s proprietary Vintage Resin – a material which blends the comfort and durability that hard rubber is traditionally known for, with the performance-enhancing qualities of other materials, including Ceramic.The NY Jazz Tenor is crafted to encapsulate the spirit of New York jazz and create a “go-to” piece that you will take on gigs or into the studio, time and time again. Known and loved for its flexibility and power, this mouthpiece has a sweet, core tone with projection on tap. It is at home in the straight-ahead jazz genre, but can deliver the pop and sizzle needed for Pop / Contemporary, R&B and Funk as well. Articulation and expression are aided by the instant, brilliant response of the New York Jazz.
This is a very balanced design, featuring a medium / large chamber and rollover baffle. Each mouthpiece bears its own unique serial number and is tastefully engraved with the Drake and NY Jazz trademarks.
Years in the making, this handmade original by Aaron Drake has become a best-selling design. The New York Jazz incorporates Drake’s proprietary Vintage Resin – a material which blends the comfort and durability that hard rubber is traditionally known for, with the performance-enhancing qualities of other materials, including Ceramic.The NY Jazz Tenor is crafted to encapsulate the spirit of New York jazz and create a “go-to” piece that you will take on gigs or into the studio, time and time again. Known and loved for its flexibility and power, this mouthpiece has a sweet, core tone with projection on tap. It is at home in the straight-ahead jazz genre, but can deliver the pop and sizzle needed for Pop / Contemporary, R&B and Funk as well. Articulation and expression are aided by the instant, brilliant response of the New York Jazz.
This is a very balanced design, featuring a medium / large chamber and rollover baffle. Each mouthpiece bears its own unique serial number and is tastefully engraved with the Drake and NY Jazz trademarks.
Aaron Drake "VR Jazz" Tenor 7* - $295 In Stock
Featuring a hand finished rollover baffle and a larger chamber, this model has exceptional versatility and outstanding projection capacity. The side walls are beautifully undercut to help create a warmth and incredible presence to the tone. The acoustic design is reminiscent of the great vintage mouthpieces of the 1960’s.
- Includes Drake Ligature, cap and case
- Includes Drake Ligature, cap and case
Morgan Jazz Florida 8 - $349 In Stock
From Morgan Mouthpieces: "This is a model which was formerly known as the Jazz MLL model. Designed by Erik Greiffenhagen. This model was inspired by the “Slant Signature” Tone Edge Models made by the Otto Link Company in Florida. It has a large round chamber with low rollover baffle. It produces a traditional warm and rich tone."
Morgan Jazz Large Chamber 7L - $319 out of stock
From Morgan Mouthpieces: "An original “legacy model” designed by Ralph Morgan. This model has been available since the mid-1980s and continues to be among the best selling of the Morgan tenor mouthpieces. This model has a large round chamber with low rollover baffle. It produces a traditional warm, rich and deep tone."
JodyJazz HR* Size 7 - $229
From Jody: "The HR* is a hard rubber saxophone mouthpiece aimed at professionals and students looking for a traditional versatile mouthpiece. High quality control standards, a beautiful warm sound and a nice free blowing feel make these new mouthpieces amazing players. We feel that this mouthpiece may be the best hard rubber tenor saxophone mouthpiece on the market."
JodyJazz DV 7* - $450 Used
Some of the plating has chipped off from the exterior of the body but the facing is in perfect shape. These sell for $795 new so this is actually a pretty good deal! I'm including the Ring ligature and the Rico H ligature and cap.
Drake "Pete Christlieb Masters Series" .100" tip - $265 USED
From Aaron Drake: "This model is based on the very same “Bullet Chamber” design that Pete Christlieb has played for over 50 years. The specially calibrated baffle is contoured to create an “aliveness” to the sound that is even through all the registers. The addition of the long silver plated banding on the shank helps to focus the core vibrational frequencies and generates greater projection."
Rare Oleg Maestro 6, Measures .090", Original Lig & Cap - $350
Oleg mouthpieces are no longer made so these are VERY hard to find.
From Oleg: "The Oleg Maestro Mouthpiece line offers the most resonant, easy to play, in-tune sound possible, and is great for both jazz and orchestral music. Play with a beautiful, rich tone signature of the Oleg Optimized Acoustics method. Available for Tenor and Baritone Saxophone."
Custom made Oleg sax mouthpieces are manufactured at our facility in Los Angeles and available in Silver and Gold finishes for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, & Baritone Saxophones.
From Oleg: "The Oleg Maestro Mouthpiece line offers the most resonant, easy to play, in-tune sound possible, and is great for both jazz and orchestral music. Play with a beautiful, rich tone signature of the Oleg Optimized Acoustics method. Available for Tenor and Baritone Saxophone."
Custom made Oleg sax mouthpieces are manufactured at our facility in Los Angeles and available in Silver and Gold finishes for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, & Baritone Saxophones.
Theo Wanne "Slant Sig 2" 7* - $200 Used
SYOS "Insane in the Rain" 8 - $165 USED
From SYOS: "This mouthpiece is a treat: a reasonable step baffle paired with a medium/small chamber for a quite bright and powerful sound, focused and flexible, offering great playabiliy."
