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Selmer Model 22 Alto Mouthpieces
The Selmer Model 22 (produced in the 1920s) is an early vintage alto saxophone from Henri Selmer Paris, known for its smaller bore (sometimes called "pea shooter") and distinctive intonation characteristics. Mouthpiece choice is highly personal and depends on your playing style (classical, jazz, etc.), but vintage Selmers like this often pair well with pieces that provide good control, centered tone, and flexibility to match the horn's darker, focused sound. Recommended Mouth
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Buescher True Tone Tenor Mouthpieces
The Buescher True Tone tenor saxophone (typically from the 1920s–early 1930s) is a vintage horn known for its warm, dark, resonant tone. It pairs well with a variety of mouthpieces, though players often note it's somewhat "mouthpiece friendly" while favoring certain designs for optimal intonation and character. Key Considerations Original/stock Buescher mouthpieces from that era are hard rubber with very large round chambers and small tip openings. They produce a classic vint
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Conn 10M Tenor Mouthpieces
The Conn 10M (often called the "Naked Lady" due to its bell engraving) is a legendary vintage tenor saxophone known for its big, powerful, dark tone and excellent projection. It pairs best with large-chamber mouthpieces to maintain good intonation and bring out its characteristic spread and warmth—small-chamber or high-baffle pieces can make it sound thin or sharp in tuning. Recommended Mouthpieces Otto Link (hard rubber Tone Edge or metal Super Tone Master, especially vinta
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