[TJS]

Could someone tell me if the size of the table effects how well a mouthpiece responds? In other words, does the entire reed need to be touching the table or can the reed be longer or wider than the table without seeing any effect?

Thanks.

 

[MojoBari]

Many mouthpieces have tables at the butt end that are narrower than reeds are. I have not noticed any bad response effects from it.

If your table is not flat, then it will be sensitive to ligature placement. I suppose reed overhang can add to this sensitivity. But after the table is flat, it seems to be no big deal.