Classical Mouthpieces

[rhyssaxfan]

hey,
when it comes to classical mouthpieces what are/is the best mouthpiece(s) around at the moment. Im currently using a selmer S80 C*, which is good but I'm not sure if its the best for me. I'm looking for a professional classical sound, I'm open to any advise.

[gary]

rhyssaxfan, what was it in "Recommendations for Classical Mouthpieces" in this same Forum category you didn't find that you would like to know now?

[rhyssaxfan]

hey,
what page is that on please? I searched for that, but must have misted it in my haste.

[gary]

If you scroll down to the bottom of this page, you'll find a link to it. :)

[Alto Saxy]

look at the modern soloists (C*-D), S90 (190), or the LT

[SaxforGod]

I play on the Caravan Large Chamber a Rovner Dark ligature; this allows me the same tone and "core" as heard on most of Eugene Rousseau's classical recordings. However, this mouthpiece is not as easy to play as what I have heard about the E. Rousseau line marketed by Eugene Rousseau himself so the verdict is still out. I am rather satisfied as of recently, but not utterly. The search continues!

[sopsax]

I think you'll like the modern Selmer Soloist -- to my ear it's got a singing tone that's perfect for classical music or a swing ballad. Try several in your favored tip size (and neighboring tip sizes), as quality control can be inconsistent.

[bronzZoot]

I've been playing a Lomax Classic med. on alto and have been very happy with several of its characteristics. Prior to purchasing this mouthpiece I played the Rousseau NC series and even though I don't use them anymore on alto, they are great pieces. My only complaint was lack of projection. I felt like I could not achieve the level of dynamics that I wanted. They are definately worth giving a try, especially since the price is reasonable... NC4 in my opinion is the best tone wise...

good luck

[drewk]

I play on a Rousseau Classic 4R mouthpiece with a Rovner ligature and use Vandoren classic reeds. I have for years. I have been told I have a very dark sound. I recently was in the market for a new mouthpiece, but ended up buying a new Rousseau Classic. I think anyone in the market for a classical mouthpiece should give the Rousseau mouthpieces a try. I have not tried the New Classics as of yet, though.
The professor I work with uses Bamber mouthpieces. I don't actually use them, so I can't actually speak from experience but, he seems to really like them.

[Bar-Ron]

I switched from Rousseau to Hite, for a more focused but larger dynamic sound. With the Hite I can play very clear dark tone and power up over the band during solo's staying under control with much better projection than a Rousseau.
Hite died a few years ago but I still see his mouthpieces for sale on line.
They are worthy of a try as they are quite flexible in what you can do with
them.
I use one for alto in Concert band and one for tenor for all purposes.
Find the Med Chamber Caravan classic darkest, and taking much more effort to project. Beautiful sound though.