Dear Joe, the mouthpiece arrived today and the instrument seems completely different. The sound is giant, round, it takes all the air you can imagine without becoming thin or harsh, it seems more a brass instrument now! I am truly … Read More
A Magical Experience with Soprano Planet: The Search is Over! After 35 years of playing the saxophone, I thought I knew my craft inside out. Two years ago, I ventured into the world of the soprano saxophone, drawn to its … Read More
Holy holy f… holy sh.. Joe! Thank you thank you thank you! I only got to noodle with it for half an hour before I headed into my day, but what a miracle. All my joy at playing has returned. … Read More
Mouthpiece received, having a great time playing it! feels great, thanks SO much! Thanks again, the vibe is back! (Repaired his damaged Dukoff Miami D7)
I have it now and have tested it out and yes, it’s what you promised. It projects really strongly, bright when I want that, yet subtones are easy to play and nicely rounded. It also plays more in tune than … Read More
Well, Joe, what can I say? he mouthpiece is simply fabulous, I’ve been playing it for two days now almost no stop, which seems to confirm my suspicion that a good mpc makes you improve not only because of its … Read More
The mouthpiece arrived today. It definitely made a huge difference on the Buescher TT. The horn sounds full bottom to top and the palm keys speak as easily as a tenor. I have a gig tomorrow, so it will … Read More
The mouthpiece arrived today. Tried it out some. Very, very pleased. Easy to play and great sound. I have it pretty far down the neck cork for my straight soprano. Seems to be the best tuning. Any suggestions on other … Read More
I am very excited to let you know that my mouthpiece arrived today. I stopped work and chores and threw it on my soprano. I only got a couple of minutes to play around, but was able to hit those … Read More
I received your mouthpiece on Tuesday. It is great, It is what I was looking for. Power, subtlety, dynamic, possibilities, response, flexibility. I am looking forward to discover more everyday a bit. Thank you very much for your work and … Read More
Hey it’s been a little bit, but this mouthpiece is stellar! I haven’t played a mouthpiece designed like this before, been playing high baffle mouthpieces across the board for a long time. Makes me wonder about getting mouthpieces that are … Read More
That mouthpiece is incredible! …and thanks for the reed- it is out of this world! I am going to order some from Weiner asap. Tell me again the maker of those reeds and model number. I don’t know what you … Read More
I received the open sky2 . I am Lucky. I am not Lucky Thompson but that’s because I am Leo but my sound with the open sky2 comes close to my soprano hero Lucky. I had some doubts at first … Read More
I have been intending to reach out to you before. I have received the mouthpiece in good order, and I love it! It is probably the most balanced soprano mouthpiece I have ever played. It responds well when pushed, at … Read More
Hi Joe, following the first 10 days with the SL, here my impressions: After the first euphoria I went back from Marca 2,5 to your 2,0. Now this is the right and realistic choice, together with you fine ligature. I … Read More
Sorry about the delay here – I was on tour in Europe for about a month and due to some delayed flights I wasn’t able to get my hands on the mouthpiece until yesterday . I haven’t had much chance to … Read More
Well, Joe, what can I say? The mouthpiece is simply fabulous, I’ve been playing it for two days now almost no stop, which seems to confirm my suspicion that a good mpc makes you improve not only because of its … Read More
I don’t know how you do it! I was excited to get the MP yesterday and took it out for a quick test drive. It sang right from the start – free blowing, beautiful rich sound. Totally in tune with … Read More
I just received the mouthpiece and I must say: astonishing. I gave it a quick try – it plays exactly as I hoped, it would. A warm, full sound, especially the upper registers respond perfectly. Much fuller and easier than … Read More
I can already tell that this is the best mouthpiece that I’ve had and I’m thoroughly enjoying it. It has a very immediate response with excellent dynamics. I can go with great ease from pianissimo to forte levels. It also … Read More