Detail 01
4 tip opening
On the narrow side. Easier to control and less tiring on a large horn, at the cost of top-end volume.
Product detailSKU #1274228071540
MeyerHard Rubber Baritone Saxophone Mouthpiece 4 Medium
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard rubber baritone sax mouthpiece with a 4 tip and medium chamber. A controlled, moderate-opening step up from a stock student piece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Baritone players wanting more consistency than a factory mouthpiece
- Concert band and section work where blend matters
- Students moving up who still need manageable resistance
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or funk horn sections needing maximum cut
- Players who prefer very wide tips and soft reeds
- Alto, tenor or soprano players — baritone fit only
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
Medium chamber
Balanced interior volume. Keeps low-end body while adding more focus than a large chamber.
Detail 03
Hard rubber body
Warmer, rounder tone than metal. Suits blended ensemble playing more than solo projection.
Detail 04
Baritone-specific size
Bore is cut for a baritone neck. Will not seat on smaller saxophones.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No ligature, cap or reeds included — baritone ligatures are size-specific
- 02Narrow tip usually calls for a harder reed than a wide-tip piece
- 03Check your neck cork thickness; a worn cork will let the piece slide out of tune
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength pairs with a 4?
Narrow tips generally take firmer reeds. Many players land around 2.5 to 3.5 on baritone. Start mid-range and adjust for resistance.
02Is a 4 too closed for jazz?
It is playable but conservative. If you want loud, bright altissimo-heavy playing, a wider tip will get there with less effort.
03Will my stock ligature fit?
Only if it was made for a hard rubber baritone mouthpiece. Metal-blank and smaller-sax ligatures will not clamp properly.
04How do I care for hard rubber?
Swab after every session, wash with lukewarm water and mild soap. Avoid hot water, alcohol and prolonged sunlight, which dull and warp it.
