Detail 01
Small shank
Fits small-bore tenor slides only. Large-bore tenors and bass trombones take a large shank and won't accept this.
Product detailSKU #1274115059861
BachMega Tone Small Shank Tenor Trombone Mouthpiece 6-1/2AL
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Small-shank tenor trombone mouthpiece in Bach's heavier Mega Tone blank, size 6-1/2AL. For players who want more mass behind a familiar rim.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small-bore tenor players already comfortable on a 6-1/2AL rim
- Anyone wanting added mass without changing rim or cup size
- Players whose sound spreads or thins at high volume
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass trombone or large-bore horns, which need a large shank
- Players who want a light, quick-responding mouthpiece
- Anyone still finding their size — start with the standard version
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
6-1/2AL
A middle-of-the-road tenor size — moderate rim, medium-deep cup. Neither a small lead piece nor a large orchestral one.
Detail 03
Mega Tone blank
Extra metal in the body. Adds resistance and tends to stabilize and darken the core of the sound.
Detail 04
Rim stays standard
Same 6-1/2AL rim and cup, so the contact point on your lips doesn't change — only the feel behind it.
Detail 05
$139 price
Above a standard Bach mouthpiece. You're paying for the heavier blank, not a different size.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your slide receiver — small shank won't seat in a large-bore
- 02Heavier blanks change response; give it two weeks before judging
- 03Store it padded; a dented rim or shank ends it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between Mega Tone and a standard Bach?
Mega Tone uses a heavier blank. The rim and cup match the same standard size, but the added mass increases resistance and steadies the sound.
02Will this fit my bass trombone?
No. This is a small shank. Bass trombones and most large-bore tenors use a large-shank receiver, and the two don't interchange.
03Is 6-1/2AL a good all-round size?
It's one of the most common tenor sizes — moderate rim with a medium-deep cup. It covers band, jazz and general playing on a small-bore horn.
04How do I know if my trombone is small shank?
Check the receiver at the top of the slide or your horn's bore spec. Student and jazz tenors are usually small shank; symphonic tenors usually large.
