This video is the first in a series of three focusing on mouthpieces. This one addresses the topic in general terms; the next two hone in on the CS Signature Line from GR. Comments and questions are welcome and encouraged!
Ah, the dreaded safari. It's also important to note something that I had never realized before, but even Bach is not totally standardized. For instance, the 5C cup depth is actually fairly shallow compared to other C cups--also going from a 3C to a 3B isn't just a depth increase but they've also changed the shape of the cup (V cup) as well as the backbore. They do this to balance the mouthpiece, but it can be very confusing and you don't always get what you expect. The safari is always a very personal journey so thanks for the general tips and advice to make things easier!
It's a confusing and highly subjective process, and you are right that you don't always get what you expect. Think about how many years Bach has been manufacturing 5C or 7C mouthpieces, with different tools and technology. It's a little easier to get a straight scoop from a dedicated mouthpiece maker like GR.
I have about 10-11 mouthpieces that I've gathered from over the years. All brand names and mostly Bach and Yamaha. I really use about 2-3 of them at best. While setting up a student trumpet for my son, I bought a 3 pack of no-name brand mouthpieces on Amazon for $20. 3C, 5C, 7C. My son liked the 7C so the others just sat in my drawer. Just for fun, I pulled out the no-brand 3C and tried it on my 8335 Xeno and WOW! It has a great jazzy, snappy sound that my 10+ other mouthpieces didn't have! Go figure!
I want to like the 7c. But i keep trying the 5c. But i did purchase a 9A. I also have a 3c, but i feel i gravitate towards the 7c for comfort. I will give my 9A a few weeks once i get it!
This video is the first in a series of three focusing on mouthpieces. This one addresses the topic in general terms; the next two hone in on the CS Signature Line from GR. Comments and questions are welcome and encouraged!
Ah, the dreaded safari. It's also important to note something that I had never realized before, but even Bach is not totally standardized. For instance, the 5C cup depth is actually fairly shallow compared to other C cups--also going from a 3C to a 3B isn't just a depth increase but they've also changed the shape of the cup (V cup) as well as the backbore. They do this to balance the mouthpiece, but it can be very confusing and you don't always get what you expect. The safari is always a very personal journey so thanks for the general tips and advice to make things easier!
It's a confusing and highly subjective process, and you are right that you don't always get what you expect. Think about how many years Bach has been manufacturing 5C or 7C mouthpieces, with different tools and technology. It's a little easier to get a straight scoop from a dedicated mouthpiece maker like GR.
I have about 10-11 mouthpieces that I've gathered from over the years. All brand names and mostly Bach and Yamaha. I really use about 2-3 of them at best. While setting up a student trumpet for my son, I bought a 3 pack of no-name brand mouthpieces on Amazon for $20. 3C, 5C, 7C. My son liked the 7C so the others just sat in my drawer. Just for fun, I pulled out the no-brand 3C and tried it on my 8335 Xeno and WOW! It has a great jazzy, snappy sound that my 10+ other mouthpieces didn't have! Go figure!
$6.66 well spent, I'd say. :)
I want to like the 7c. But i keep trying the 5c. But i did purchase a 9A. I also have a 3c, but i feel i gravitate towards the 7c for comfort. I will give my 9A a few weeks once i get it!
Whatever you do, settle on something for a period of time. There's a fairly wide range among the mouthpieces you mention. (I've never seen a 9A.)
Good tutorial..TY 👍
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