All tenor models are available in HR (Hard Rubber, like a HR Link) or SP (Slim Profile, like a metal Link) profiles.
CURRENT MODELS (BRIGHTEST TO DARKEST):
Live - The brightest piece I can make that still has a good
solid tone. Inspired by the sound of Jan Garbarek and Bendik. If you want to
dominate a jam session or horn section, without a thin paint peeler sound, then
this is the mouthpiece for you.
Downtown - Inspired by the famous Dave Guardala Mike Brecker
I mouthpiece, and the Dukoff D8/D9 pieces. High baffle for loud and bright playing. Lets you play over
the range of the horn evenly. Medium-large chamber for a compact focused sound.
This is my tribute to my first great influence and hero, Michael Brecker.
Hudson - Inspired by Berg Larson pieces, especially the sounds
of Lenny Pickett, Sonny Rollins, and Pete Christlieb.
Naima - Inspired by John Coltrane's sound, which he got with
a metal Link with a built-up baffle. This piece seems to get the same kind of
vibe. Nice focused projecting sound. mp3
sample of Naima (KB playing live) Here's a nice
review of the Naima by Ben Britton (has recorded with Chris Potter).
Slant (SL) - Inspired by the Otto Link Slant Signature hard rubber
piece, and the Freddie Gregory Mark II. Bright tone, and flexible due to the
high rollover baffle. mp3
sample of SL (Nick Franciosa playing in studio) Chamber is medium sized
for a focused sound.
KB - Inspired by the Otto Link metal piece with small rollover
baffle and large chamber.
Fat Cat - Thick even sound from the bottom thru the palm keys,
and great altissimo. Mouthpiece of choice of Michael Blake. It has a fair amount
of resistance. Fat, flexible, expressive sound, inspired by the Otto Link Reso-Chamber
design. mp3 sample
(KB playing in a studio)
Xtra Dark - Inspired by Selmer hard rubber pieces, currently
played by Jimmy Greene. Almost no baffle, introspective sound. Dark and yet
powerful, without being stuffy. mp3
sample (Jimmy Greene playing live at Smoke)
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Please inquire to me at saxscape@gmail.com about available tip openings.