Otto Link New York Metal Tenor Sax 5* TW

Otto Link New York Metal Tenor Sax 5* TW; metal mouthpiece for tenor saxophone; tip opening: 5* (2.16 mm / 0.085"); classic Otto Link mouthpiece based on the legendary Tone Master design; specially developed as a ballad mouthpiece; with a warm, vintage-oriented tone character; a broad, round tone with plenty of depth and resonance that has been at the heart of jazz for generations; a large chamber and low baffle ensure an open, full sound, especially at soft dynamics; soft, natural response with stable tone richness without requiring high air pressure; supports expressive, nuanced phrasing with high tonal control; broad tonal spectrum with rich coloration even when played softly; designed for an organic playing feel and harmonious interplay between air, reed, and instrument; not designed for aggressiveness, but for beauty, warmth, and musical depth; ideal for ballads, small jazz ensembles, and any situation focusing on timbre and expression; perfect for players seeking a natural, resonant sound with plenty of personality; manufactured using a modern hybrid production process through the collaboration of JJ Babbitt and Theo Wanne; based on the traditional design and characteristic Link sound developed by JJ Babbitt; modern manufacturing: each mouthpiece is precision-milled from a solid block of brass rather than assembled from two parts; this results in significantly improved control over the internal geometry and greater dimensional accuracy; extensive development work confirms consistent tonal characteristics despite modern manufacturing; significantly greater consistency between individual mouthpieces than ever before in the model’s history; incl. ligature; made in USA