| Re: Alex Yates 3C
I used to play on large mouthpieces and found that I tired easily. Currently, I use a Kanstul copy of a Mt Vernon 7B with a Warburton 10 backbore for orchestral playing and a Kanstul Mt Vernon 7C with a 76 backbore for big band playing. The smaller rim gives me better endurance. In fact on Wednesdays,I have 5 hours of rehearsals, that includes symphonic band (1st parts), Jazz ensemble (2nd book) and orchestra (principal) and still sound fresh at the end of the day. I think playing what is most comfortable for each individual is the way to go. |