Meyer Lapped Faced #5
$75.00
This Meyer Lapped Faced 5M mouthpiece is cosmetically a wreck. All of the parts that matter, the rails, beak, table are in excellent condition and this mouthpiece plays as it should. Don’t let the looks fool you, we will include a bite pad to cover the beak. A great m.p. for a bargain price. Tip opening measures .068″.
1 in stock
Description
The Meyer Lapped Faced #5 (5M) is a highly regarded, often vintage, hard rubber alto saxophone mouthpiece known for its excellent playability, medium chamber, and “lapped” facing for precision. Typically, these mouthpieces feature a moderate tip opening, often around 0.070″–0.073″ (roughly 5M), offering a balanced, versatile sound favored by jazz and classical players alike.
Key Features & Details
- Lapped Facing: The facing (table/curve) is “lapped” or hand-finished, which suggests a higher standard of precision and smoothness compared to standard production models.
- Tip Opening: Vintage Meyer 5M alto mouthpieces usually measure between 0.070″ and 0.073″, although 0.072-0.073″ is commonly found in top-tier vintage examples.
- Chamber and Baffle: These usually feature a medium chamber (5M) and a slight baffle, which provides a balanced sound that is warm yet flexible.
- Reputation: Vintage “New York” Meyer Brothers 5M mouthpieces are often sought after as “holy grail” pieces for alto players due to their consistent, easy-blowing nature.
Common Uses
The #5 (5M) is an ideal, versatile choice, often used by:
The #5 (5M) is an ideal, versatile choice, often used by:
- Jazz players looking for a warm, classic tone.
- Students and professionals wanting a stable, free-blowing mouthpiece.
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