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Vandoren Soprano Sax Mouthpieces
Catalogue No: awVAN-SM401
Vandoren - the mouthpiece is the motor of an instrument, which gives it its overall timbre and pitch. The quality of the mouthpiece is vital for it allows artistes to display the full range of their expressiveness. If the mouthpiece you are interested in is not listed, please contact us.
What they say
Mouthpieces with shorter facings or larger tip openings are best suited to softer reeds. Longer facings or more closed tip openings are best for harder reeds. See the table below more more details, or contact our in store specialists.
V5 and V5 Jazz
These mouthpieces are characterised by a traditional round chamber. They are available in a wide range of models for both classical and jazz players.
Specs
S15
Opening 1/100 mm: 123
Facing length: Short
Recommended Reed Strength: 3-4
The standard soprano mouthpiece.
S25
Opening 1/100 mm: 153
Facing length: Short
Recommended Reed Strength: 2.5 - 3.5
More open than the S15, greatly appreciated for its register flexibility. Suited to both classical and jazz.