$249 CAD
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A fresh take on classical tradition.
It takes a lot to break from tradition. The first ever mouthpiece series by renowned saxophone artist, Timothy McAllister, and legendary mouthpiece craftsperson, Richard Hawkins, is nothing short of groundbreaking. Together with the advanced design and manufacturing capabilities of Backun, Vocalise Saxophone Mouthpieces provide classical artists with an elevated foundation on which to perform today’s advanced and challenging literature. A new generation of mouthpieces for the next generation of artists.
Industry leading technology, materials, and performance.
Unique chamber design yielding increased projection and evenness of scale.
Precision CNC machining for unrivalled consistency.
Exceptionally responsive to cane and synthetic reeds, enhancing tonal flexibility.
A close facing mouthpiece with faster response, the TM1 provides artists with a more direct and focused tone across all registers. Artists seeking enhanced flexibility and clean articulation will appreciate the tonal clarity that the TM1 delivers.
Tip opening = 1.44mm.
If You've Played: Selmer S90 series (170), Selmer S80 series (C/C*), Selmer Concept, Vandoren AL3, Rousseau Classic.
Reed Pairings: Vandoren Classic 3 1/2 or 4, Vandoren V12 3 or 3 1/2, D’Addario Reserve 3.5, Legere Signature 3.50 or 3.75.
An open facing mouthpiece that yields a warmer, more robust response that projects incredibly well in larger symphonic settings. Artists will benefit from the core sound of the TM2, which remains consistent at higher volumes, while possessing the ability to float pianissimos with great stability.
Tip opening = 1.53mm.
If You've Played: Selmer S90 series (190), Selmer Claude Delangle Model, Vandoren AP3.
Reed Pairings: Vandoren Classic 3, Vandoren V12 2 1/2 or 3, D’Addario Reserve 3.0 or 3.0+, Legere Signature 3.00 or 3.25.
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FIT | BRANDS |
Standard | Backun, Buffet, Selmer (USA, Centered Tone, 10G, Series 9), Yamaha, and most other brands |
Standard Plus | As above, larger bore for more free blowing feel |
Selmer Paris |
Selmer Paris (Not including Selmer USA, 10G, Series 9) |
Yamaha CSG |
Yamaha CSG I, II and III |
FIT | BRANDS |
Standard | Backun, Buffet, Selmer (USA, Centered Tone, 10G, Series 9), Yamaha (including CSG), and most other brands |
Selmer Paris | Selmer Paris (Not including Selmer USA, 10G, Series 9) |
MODEL | MATERIAL | OPENING | FACING LENGTH | COMPARES TO |
R | Hard Rod Rubber | Close | Short | M13/15 |
G | Hard Rod Rubber | Medium | Medium | 5RV/M30/BD5 |
H | Hard Rod Rubber | Open | Long | B40/B45 |
CG | Proprietary Synthetic | Open | Long | BD4/B40 |
Z | Hard Rod Rubber | Extreme Open | Long | BD7 |
MODEL | MATERIAL | OPENING | FACING LENGTH | COMPARES TO |
CG |
Proprietary Synthetic | Open | Long | B46/B50 |
MODEL | MATERIAL | OPENING | FACING LENGTH | COMPARES TO |
Bb | Plastic | Medium | Medium | 5RV Lyre |
Bass | Plastic | Medium | Medium | 5RV Lyre |