Theo Wanne Durga 4 Soprano Saxophone Mouthpiece, Metal 7

Full Description

Extraordinary construction

Similar to all other Theo Wanne mouthpieces, the Durga 4 soprano sax mouthpiece is manufactured using advanced machining techniques to ensure every mouthpiece is exactly the same. The True Large Chamber in the Durga 4 mouthpiece is larger than the bore which creates a rich and full sounding tone. Like other professional mouthpieces, the Durga 4 is crafted from professional grade brass to ensure the best quality. Once the Durga 4 has been finished, it is professionally plated with 24K gold with a reticulated finish to enhance airflow. The logo has special highlights for a truly luxurious finish.

The Durga 4 design

The Theo Wanne Durga 4 soprano sax mouthpiece is a professional mouthpiece for saxophonists that require a large sound. The tip found on the Durga 4 metal 7 mouthpiece is easier to blow compared to the metal 8 or 9 and has a more centred tone with little resistance. This amount of resistance is essential for producing the direct sound required for a rock & roll tone. The tip holds good intonation, but can also produce small inflections in the tone when required.

Included accessories

The Theo Wanne Durga 4 soprano saxophone mouthpiece includes everything you need to look after the mouthpiece. The included beautiful leatherette case will ensure that the mouthpiece is always protected when travelling. The integrated two-point contact 24K gold plated Liberty Ligature makes sure the reed is always held securely. The Durga 4 also includes a reed replacer cap and user replaceable bite pads. Every Theo Wanne mouthpiece is supplied with a unique serial number.

About Theo Wanne

Theo Wanne is a modern expert on new and vintage woodwind mouthpiece design. Theo became a saxophone repair technician over 20 years ago under the direction of master refacer Bob Carpenter - a pioneer of mouthpiece refacing and repairs. Theo soon gained a reputation within the saxophone world and in 1998 opened Saxophone Mouthpiece Heaven which is his very own music store and knowledge database.

In 2007 Theo started to design and manufacture his own line of mouthpieces and saxophones, working with famous musicians such as Joshua Redman, Chris Potter, and Eric Alexander. Theo is constantly studying and innovating his designs to ensure his mouthpieces allow musicians to create their best tone as easily as possible. Theo Wanne now has a reputation for crafting some of the best saxophone mouthpieces by using the world's most advanced manufacturing techniques.

Reviews

"Wow, is all I can say about this mouthpiece! It’s all I ever wanted in an alto mouthpiece. It’s got depth with plenty of edge and brightness! The response is immediate. I can actually use this piece for any style but particularly rock, jazz and blues. I highly recommend this mouthpiece for any professional player in these genres!" Warren Ham (Ringo Starr, Olivia Newton John)

"Theo Wanne has long been at the cutting edge of sax mouthpiece and sound development. This Durga Gold Metal Alto Sax Mouthpiece is by far one of his best attempts for today’s demanding needs. It has a strong, powerful sound and can definitely be played in many settings. He now has a Durga 3 and Durga 4 models which he has put out there for an alternative point of view. These mouthpieces rank high by today’s standards and should be played to be believed. These mouthpieces can do it all. Why not play the best!" Jimmy Haag (Dianna Ross, Low Rawls, Tommy Dorsey)

"The Durga 4 is a fantastic mouthpiece. It’s extremely comfortable and “easy” blowing as well as being the most powerful hard rubber piece I’ve ever played. It provides a huge amount of sonic range and flexibility that really helps inspire expressiveness and makes it great for many different playing situations from R and B and funk to jazz. I love playing on it." Nelson Rangell (Gil Evans, GRP All Stars)

Features

• 7 Tip Size (0.065'')
• True Large Chamber
• Uniquely Shaped Step-Baffle
• 24k Gold Plated
• Professional Grade Brass