robmassive

Hey all,

I've recently bought a GR 64Z, and realised that GR probably make the best mouthpieces out there. But, the 64Z being a monster-lead piece, isn't for everything (unless you want to rape your audience all of the time). I've heard some really good things about the Chase Sanborn Series, and I'm wonding if any of you have had any experience with any of them. They seem to cater for all playing occasions, and having similar rims so there's not too much change between them. Anyone with some experience on this equipment please let me know your thoughts, as I don't want to spend $250 on a piece that is no good...
Cheers,

Rob.

TrumpetJimmy

I use the 65MS Chase Sanborn model and it is the one that I use for all playing. It is a versitile piece that I have used for a year or so and have had no desire to look for anything else....its that good!(for me!) I did have a few other GR pieces that played fine but they were pieces that were designed for lead playing. The 65MS allows me to play with a full sound through the entire register while maintaining the confidence in the upper register with no worries.

Brekelefuw

The only Chase Sanborn MP I have tried was the flugel one. It was ok, but it didn't fit what I wanted in my flugel sound.


GR does custom mouthpieces, why not talk to Gary or one of the spokesmen and get one tailored to exactly what you want?

MJD

Have you done a playing test with a GR representative, or have you called GR (705 715 7060) to discuss your wishes/needs? You won't get better advice anywhere else - just because someone else likes the Chase series and Chase plays them doesn't mean much for you. How much time on the 64Z so far? Do you like the rim shape and feel? If so, have you tried the higher cup volume variants of it, like 64MS, 64M, 64MX etc.? A lot of people find the MS or M cups to be excellent all-round cups. For many the M still retains a bit of brightness. If the 64Z plays well for you but is too harsh for other work, the logical step is to do that. But a call to GR is a smart move.