SELMER CONCEPT Saxophone Alto saxophone mouthpiece
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Yes. It's about the same size as the difference between a Vandoren Optimum AL3 and an AL4.
I believe that this is correct. I use a standard-sized Rovner.
It is the latest model of easy-to-use instruments, and it is the result of combining Selmer Paris's instrument manufacturing expertise. play and a full soundscape
This is a classic mouthpiece, similar to the S80 C*. The intonation, response, and opening are all fairly similar in my opinion. The main difference between the C* and the Concept, and the reason I switched from the C* to the Concept, is that the C* is so long that I couldn't avoid playing flat on my instrument. I couldn't seem to get my mouthpiece far enough in.
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I bought this mouthpiece about a year ago, so this review is based on a significant amount of playing time. This took the place of a Selmer Larry Teal mouthpiece, which had previously been my go-to legit mouthpiece. br>br>I was blown away by the Selmer Larry Teal's dark sound. However, I wasn't always a fan of the horn's responsiveness or register consistency across the board. That appeared to be immediately rectified by the Concept. This mouthpiece, in my opinion, has exceptional consistency across all registers. Even technical altissimo passages requiring difficult voicing respond much more quickly than any other legitimate mouthpiece I've used. br>br>I find the tone to be a little lighter than my previous mouthpiece - However, I don't mind if it's a little brighter. However, I believe it is far more focused, and it has definitely allowed me to open up my sound and vary my timbre more easily. br>br>When I first started using this mouthpiece, the only complaint I had was that it felt a little tighter than I was used to. I prefer a lighter, freer blowing setup. There was some initial adjustment, and perhaps "closed" isn't the best description, but there was simply a different type of resistance, but I found the adjustment to be simple. br>br>My setup consists of the following: This mouthpiece is accompanied by a Vandoren Optimum ligature and a Legere 2. A Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series II Alto and a 75 Signature Reed.
I was a Vandoren artist before buying the Selmer Concept, and I was a big fan of the Vandoren Optimum AL3 mouthpiece. While it is a great mouthpiece with good qualities, it falls far short of the results achieved by the Concept. The concept allows for EVEN tone colors across the entire range of the saxophone. It has a powerful low end and speaks beautifully in the upper register of the horn. With the right setup, the concept produces a tone that sounds like a cello. D'Addario Reserve 3 is the brand that I use. On a Selmer Super Action 80 Serie II, I used 0 alto saxophone reeds with my design and a Rovner Versa X ligature. This mouthpiece is fantastic, and I plan to use it for many years.
My son is teaching me about the various sax mouthpiece requirements for various types of music, and we are both learning. He plays a Selmer Alto AS500, which is a good guitar. For the highly competitive 50-member big band jazz ensemble, he was told to get a jazz mouthpiece, and he found a great sound with a Vandoren Jumbo. His altos pushed him to Vandoren AL3 for the 'classical' sounding Wind Ensemble, which is tackling Holst's 'The Planets' this year. They were previously state top HS MPA scorers. As the third chairperson, 1 and 2 both heard about his Selmer Concept, tried it, and said they were going to buy one for themselves. Yes, it is prohibitively expensive for a high school athlete. According to the musician, there is a concept difference: "a broader range- a lot less difficult to play Sound quality is superior to that of the AL3. It appeals to him. Rob Buckland's (Apollo Sax Quartet, et al. ) compositions are among the best in the world. al. Selmer's Youtube endorsement had a big impact.
I haven't played in a long time and have decided to rekindle my passion for the instrument. After reading numerous reviews, I decided to give this relatively new piece a try. Given where I am in the process of "reconstructing" my embouchure, I didn't expect to see much of a difference with my S80 C*. Oh my! It appeals to me. Great "centered" tone with a lot of versatility. I have an LT, as well as an old arched C*, but this, in my opinion, outperforms them all.
I've just spent some time with my new Selmer Concept alto mouthpiece, and I must say that I'm very impressed. The response is very consistent from top to bottom, pitch accuracy is excellent even on difficult notes, and articulation is effortless. For a long time, I've been using Vandoren mouthpieces, primarily an AL3 and more recently an AP3. Both have characteristics that are favorable to them - AL3 has more smoothness and clarity, while the AP3 has more projection without an edge. The Concept outperforms both by a significant margin (at least in my opinion). I'm hearing that lovely "Selmer sound" that I recall from previous encounters. My setup consists of a Yamaha 875 Custom EX alto with a V1 neck and a Vandoren V21 2 pickup. There are five and three reeds, as well as a Vandoren MO ligature. I'm going to look at some more ligatures in the hopes of finding the perfect set-up. I'm confident that I've found the perfect mouthpiece. My ultimate goal is to achieve the Concept.
This was a present for a saxophonist who was in the intermediate level. For alto sax players, this is one of the best all-around mouthpieces!.
This mouthpiece has a narrow tip opening and is extremely focused. If you're looking for something with a lot of resistance, but also a lot of darkness, this is the one for you. In my opinion, this is not a beginner's game. Beginners should start with the s80 C*.
A Selmer S80 D is one of my cameras. I expected the Concept to be a step forward, based on the majority of reviews. It was not the case. The S80 D is becoming increasingly valuable to me. It's actually easier to play than the Concept, and it appears to be more versatile; the Concept, on the other hand, was a little tight on the neck, and it destroyed my cork, which I had to replace.
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