Detail 01
5 tip opening
Narrow gap between reed and tip. Easier to control, less air needed, more consistent from note to note.
Product detailSKU #1274228071714
MeyerHard Rubber Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece 5M
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard rubber tenor sax mouthpiece with a moderate 5 tip and medium facing. A controllable step up from a stock piece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students moving off the mouthpiece that came with the horn
- Concert band and jazz band players needing an even sound
- Doublers who want a predictable tenor setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing maximum volume and edge
- Anyone wanting a bright metal-piece sound
- Experienced players already comfortable on wide tips
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
M facing
Medium facing length. Balanced resistance — articulation stays clean without the reed feeling stiff.
Detail 03
Hard rubber
Warmer and rounder than metal. Blends better in a section and takes the harshness off the top notes.
Detail 04
Tenor saxophone fit
Tenor only. Won't seat correctly on an alto, soprano, or bari neck.
Detail 05
$209.99
Step-up pricing. The gain over a stock mouthpiece is evenness and control, not raw volume.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature, cap, and reeds are all separate purchases
- 02Narrow tips take harder reeds — expect to go up a half strength
- 03Check your neck cork; a worn cork makes any new mouthpiece sit wrong
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the 5M mean?
5 is the tip opening, on the narrower side. M is the facing length, medium. It's a controlled, easy-blowing combination.
02Is 5M a good student mouthpiece?
Yes. The narrow tip is forgiving on embouchure and air support, which makes it a sensible first upgrade from a stock piece.
03How is this different from the 8L?
The 5M has a much narrower tip and shorter facing. It's easier to control and quieter. The 8L is louder and more flexible but harder to handle.
04What reed strength works here?
Narrower tips pair with firmer reeds. Many players land around 3 to 3.5 and adjust to taste.
