rexbrighton

I currently use a Wick 2FL but I am looking for something even deeper for legit work on flugel. For those of you who have had more experience with flugel mp's than I have, what is the deepest one out there. I use Monette 1-5's on my trumpets and would never consider shelling out over $200 for a flugel mouthpiece. So, I'm looking for something in the Bach 1C diameter and rediculously deep. Any ideas?

Manny Laureano

For what it's worth, Rex, Dave made me a flugel mouthpiece that is wonderful. I bought a Bach flugel years ago from a friend and the upper register is not flat with this piece whereas it is with other brands I've tried. Dean Comley was the one who tweaked it and he did a great job getting the shank to fit just right.

I know what you mean about justifying the cost, though. I use the flugel very little but when I do, it's nice to know that it's not going to be a hassle.

ML

kadleck

rexbrighton -

I've been using a straight Bach 3 (no "C"). I'm sure that Bach must make a 1 as well.

Tony

Jimi Michiel

rex-

To echo what Manny said, Monette makes a mean flugel mouthpiece. I've got a student Yamaha flugel and my FL2 makes everything better. Most flugels are squirrelly in the first place, so in my opinion it's almost more important to have a mouthpiece you really like...

Best,
Jimi

Brian H. Smout

Hi All,

In chronological order, if memory serves, I have used a Bach 3c, Wick 2F, Yamaha 11f3 (I think) GR66FL and the WT3. For the most comfortable rim, the nod goes to the WT3 and it is the deeeeeeepest! The tradeoff is a small loss of upper register compared to the GR66FL for improved intonation and sound with my Benge 3FL.
Simply my experience.

Cheers,

Brian