Vandoren Alto Saxophone Classic Mouthpiece Optimum

Vandoren Optimum designed for classical music and concert band. Available in the new facings AL3, AL4 and AL5 a new rail and facing design and an overall body design update not only makes the mouthpiece stand our visually, but is responsible for the Optimum's sound as well. Vandoren's Optimum obtains a free-blowing response with a beautiful tone and great intonation.

The Concept family of mouthpieces is expanding. Here is the alto saxophone offering within the line. Ease of response with rich and round sound were the driving precepts of this design, and its realization is truly something new in the mouthpiece world. Its sleek design lines are comfortable for the player and also lends a modern appearance to the horn. Acoustic advances and improved ergonomics reside within the Concept family of mouthpieces, serving both the music and the musicians

V16 Hard Rubber Jazz Sound of the 1950's

Bring back the 50's with this new Vandoren Alto mouthpiece. Produces a sound similar to that of Cannonball Adderly. 

Mouthpieces inspired by the sounds of the greatest Jazz players from the fifties to the present.

Available in two chamber sizes small (S+) and medium (M). Medium chamber produces a warm sound and the small chamber a brighter sound. Both chamber sizes are available with five different facings (A5, A6, A7, A8 and A9).

JAVA, V16 and ZZ reeds are more particularly recommended for these mouthpieces.