Vandoren V16 Ebonite Medium Chamber Alto Saxophone Mouthpieces

 captures the famous Jazz saxophone sounds of the ‘50s and ‘60s and defines them for a new generation. Featuring impeccable intonation and articulation, the V16 is designed to be free-blowing and harmonically colourful with a homogenous, powerful sound and a rich dynamic range.

JAVA, V16 and ZZ reeds are more particularly recommended for these mouthpieces.

The V16 Alto Mouthpiece is available in five openings:
A5, A6, A7, A8 and A9.

Each comes in two different chambers:

Small Chamber
- Very colourful and very dense, focused tone with great accuracy in pitch and articulation.
- Perfect for solo or lead alto playing.

Medium chamber
- Rich, accurate and very balanced tone with great warmth, expressiveness and flexibility.
- Ideal for section playing. 

Please Note:  Tell us in the comments section during check which mouthpiece you require.
 
A5, A6, A7, A8 or A9

A5 V16 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece.
The tip opening preferred by history’s greatest jazz soloists.
Opening: 1/100 mm -  188
Facing length:    Medium Long

A6 V16 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece.
The most played mouthpiece, in every style.
Opening: 1/100 mm  - 196
Facing length:    Medium Long

A7 V16 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece.
The perfect balance in power and dynamic range.
Opening: 1/100 mm  - 204
Facing length:     Medium Long

A8 V16 Alto Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece.
The tip opening preferred by history’s greatest jazz soloists.
Opening: 1/100 mm  - 210
Facing length:     Long

A9 V16 Alto Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece.
Powerful and expressive.
Opening: 1/100 mm  - 225
Facing length:     Long

Available in two different chambers.

    S+ : The new S+ chamber is the next step in the evolution of the V16 alto mouthpiece. It offers a richer depth of sound while keeping the free-blowing nature and projection that characterize the V16 alto models. The S+ chamber accommodates more air providing the musician greater flexibility and a wider array of colors with which to work.
    M : Medium chamber: Warm and expressive, ideal for section playing.

We offer a 7day approval period on all stocked mouthpieces as of the day received.
If not happy with your purchase, return for a exchange or refund less postage cost.

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