Vandoren Jumbo Java or Jody Jazz Jet unless you just feel like spending more money.

 

I have the jumbo, but I'm looking for something else.

 

I wasn't familiar with the Atti Python, so looked it up and of course Steve Neff has a review Attisound Python Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece Review

Just posting this to save others' time.

I am no mouthpiece expert so I will leave it to others who are more familiar with the possible options. A hint as to budget range might help for recommendations.

 

You're right. Let's say around 400 euros used.

 

I always wanted to try one of those, but I knew it wasn't the type of piece I was looking for -- I don't really play a ton of paint peelers -- and couldn't justify dropping that kind of cash for one.

That said, how about something like the Saxscape Downtown MB I, or some other Guardala/Brecker inspired piece? I have a Downtown, and it's plenty bright and powerfull, but can be toned down with a little practice.

My other thought, since you're in Italy, would be to contact @absolute (absolutesax.com) and see if they have any of their old stainless steel tenor "Plus" models around the shop they could sell. They don't have them on their website anymore, but maybe...

 

I bought 3D files from Absolute and had them printed by a friend, they are really excellent

 

The 3D files are great, but I don't think any of their 3D models are all that bright, even the Slim bari, which surprised me, and which I absolutely love. They just released a new model, the Power, that might work, and I'm assuming the files will be available soon, but their first mouthpieces were stainless, and much like the Atti mouthpieces, I always wanted to try them, though I wanted the darker of the two models. The Plus seems like it might be what you're looking for.

Also, for Saxscape, in addition to the Downtown MB I the website (saxscape.com) describes his "Red River" model thusly:
"Huge bright sound with a large chamber, the next level from a Berg Larsen." I've never seen one in the wild, but I'm sure he'd make one for you.

Not sure how tariffs and fees would affect your ability to purchase from him, but it's a thought.

 

I made a mistake in selling it, it was incredibly loud in a room, you had to open the windows Unfortunately, it's hard to find a used one. Can you recommend something similar, that is, with a big but super powerful and aggressive sound? Thanks.

I'll bet the neighbors loved that!

The loudest tenor mpc I've ever played, that still has a good tone, is an RPC 120 with a high step baffle. Also, a PPT with a .125 tip. There are numerous high baffle mpcs that will do the job. You have plenty to choose from.

 

Theo Wanne's "Shiva" mouthpiece I use for outdoor playing where everyone else is amped up and I'm playing acoustically. I've got to wear ear plugs when playing this. An older and more refined mouthpiece is the Lamberson DD. Both are high baffle.

 

Is Lamberson still producing? Does his website look a bit 90s?

 

I have no idea if he's still in production. I have seen pieces of his for sale on the internet, so they are around, but possibly not very new. His SB is nearly as bright and loud as the DD. I have a TW Shiva that I'm no longer using (not dong any more open air concerts). You can have that for $350 USD + shipping.

I'm getting kind of old for live performances, so probably need to start moving on some of the mouthpieces and horns I have.

 

Claude Lakey plastic.
Loud, bright and inexpensive.

 

I have one and will give it away for free, plus postage only.

Not that there’s anything wrong with it.

 

Arnold Montgomery ARAS and KATANA models He has website. I dont know the Atti mpcs, but i play these AM models.

 

From looking at the pictures it look quite similar to a Berg Larsen. Have you tried any of those?

 

I am seeing a back bore or modified chamber that is unlike any Berg I have ever seen. It reminds me of the chamber of the older Francois Louis “Spectruoso” SP models.

Vigilante Mouthpieces offers the option of a back bore ring in several models.

 

I tried the Lakey ones, I don't like them, and the Berg Larsen ones, I have two but they don't seem very powerful.

 

My Mojo Votex is similar to the Atti Python. The blank I use was machined by Atti. I still have one left.

 

From the videos I heard, they were nice mouthpieces, but I don't think they are produced anymore.

 

Looks like Mojo has one left. These are really unique. I've had a few sessions with Carlo who actually came to Toronto from Italy to do mouthpiece work for a few days (we met when I was apprenticing with Ted Klum). To date these are the most aggressive/ edgy pieces I've ever worked on or heard. I love Carlo but after a day of hanging I had the worst headache I've ever had. These aren't meant for small rooms, lol. Good luck with the search. Worst case, reach out to Carlo.

 

Looks like Mojo has one left. These are really unique. I've had a few sessions with Carlo who actually came to Toronto from Italy to do mouthpiece work for a few days (we met when I was apprenticing with Ted Klum). To date these are the most aggressive/ edgy pieces I've ever worked on or heard. I love Carlo but after a day of hanging I had the worst headache I've ever had. These aren't meant for small rooms, lol. Good luck with the search. Worst case, reach out to Carlo.

That's how I felt about the Ted Klum London (I haven't played a New London). I couldn't turn down the volume enough to play with a big band section (the TK FocusTone was fine).

 

I too play an Arnold Montgomery ARAS and it's the loudest mouthpiece I've ever used including all the Theo's which it replaced, yet the sound isn't all top end. There's a lot of body and resonance to it. Highly recommended for loud bands like mine.

 

Any thoughts about the different material options from AM? what size mpc are u playing?

I am playing alto ARAS .086 (8)
tenor KATANA .120 (9)
bari Katana .130
soprano Katana .070
All of my mine are ULTEM