Vandoren V16 Ebonite Small Chamber Alto Saxophone Mouthpieces
Vandoren V16 Alto Saxophone Mouthpieces capture 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.
The Alto Saxophone 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.
When purchasing, please leave a note in the comments section during check out specifing tip opening and chamber. ie. A5M (tip opening = A5, chamber = M)
Specifications:
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
Date Added: Saturday 11 July, 2020
i bought this mouth piece today and i noticed the difference in sound. the sound was colorful, power..
Rating: [5]
Date Added: Wednesday 13 May, 2020
Excellent alternative to common mouthpieces offering that classic american jazz sound. Have been pla..
Rating: [5]
Available in two different chambers:
1) 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.
2) M: Medium chamber: Warm and expressive, ideal for section playing.
With the same tip opening:
long facing = stronger reed
short facing = softer reed
With the same facing:
open mouthpiece = softer reed
closed mouthpiece = stronger reed
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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