Bought this on our music teacher’s recommendation, and it is most definitely worth the money and time spent researching and choosing among alternatives. I considered some other big brand names as well, but eventually decided on this.
This was to replace the default Jupiter mouthpiece that came with our alto sax, and the difference was evident from the absolute first use! The sound is richer, fuller and overall plays just really well. The color and finish are clearly superior quality, and it fit the neck of the sax perfectly. So far, it’s lasted well - it’s been a couple of months, and the difference shows every day!
It has actually enhanced the playability of our old sax, and literally elevated its sound quality, for a fraction of the price of a new sax!
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| Price | $133.99 | $33.99 | $138.57 | -11% $133.99 Typical: $150.00 | $47.87 | -28% $18.00 List: $24.99 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | Légère Reeds | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| instrument key | A | A | A | — | — | — |
| material | — | Brass | — | — | Plastic | Acrylic |
| style | AL4 | Modern | AL5 | AL3 | LC57DP M/O Cap | Alto Sax Jazz Reed |
| weight | 0.05 pounds | — | 0.12 pounds | 0.05 pounds | 0.03 kilograms | 0.04 pounds |
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Excellent Mouthpiece
I purchased the Vandoren alto sax mouthpiece (SM713 AL5 Optimum Series) and immediately there was a marvelous difference in the sound and responsiveness of my horn. I noticed that the shape of the tip of the mouthpiece is an exact likeness to the tip of the Vandoren reeds that I have used for a long time. It seems that this allows the reed to vibrate more adequately without any additional force of air flowing from me. It seems like a natural fit with outstanding results. My alto sax is a Selmer Super Action 80, series I, and I was using the mouthpiece that came with the horn (Selmer S-80 C*). The new Vandoren mouthpiece is by far better for my use.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
Style: AL5Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
I purchased the Vandoren alto sax mouthpiece (SM713 AL5 Optimum Series) and immediately there was a marvelous difference in the sound and responsiveness of my horn. I noticed that the shape of the tip of the mouthpiece is an exact likeness to the tip of the Vandoren reeds that I have used for a long time. It seems that this allows the reed to vibrate more adequately without any additional force of air flowing from me. It seems like a natural fit with outstanding results. My alto sax is a Selmer Super Action 80, series I, and I was using the mouthpiece that came with the horn (Selmer S-80 C*). The new Vandoren mouthpiece is by far better for my use.
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Juan Gómez
Excelente
Reviewed in Mexico on December 12, 2021Style: AL4Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
SORIN OCTAVIAN ISPASOIU
Idéal pour débutants
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2021Style: AL3Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
Jose Manuel Sanchez Zambrana
Ok
Reviewed in Spain on June 4, 2023Style: AL5Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
donjaron
Quantum leap mouthpiece for a newbie!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2022Style: AL3Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
MLink
Sehr gutes Mundstück - vor allem für klassische Musik
Reviewed in Germany on June 26, 2021Style: AL3Pattern: MouthpieceVerified Purchase
MLink
Reviewed in Germany on June 26, 2021
Alle Mundstücke waren für den Zweck sehr gut geeignet, allerdings machte bei mir das Vandoren AL3 das Rennen.
Die Kontrolle und Intonation waren einfach noch ein bisschen besser und der Klang wirklich ein Traum für klassische Musik. Sehr warm und rund, mit einem Charakter, der sich von den anderen Modellen abhebt.
Für Jazz und "moderne" Musikstile ist das Mundstück wohl ein wenig zu eingeschränkt, aber dafür ist es auch nicht gedacht. Wer aber gern klassische Musik spielt, sollte das Vandoren AL3 unbedingt einmal ausprobieren und mit anderen Modellen dieser Art vergleichen.
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