Detail 01
Metal body
Thinner walls and a smaller exterior than hard rubber, so the sound projects harder and cuts through a band more easily.
Product detailSKU #1274228071594
MeyerMetal Jazz Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece 5J
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A metal tenor sax mouthpiece with a small 5 tip opening. For jazz players wanting metal projection without a wide, air-hungry facing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tenor players moving from hard rubber to metal for more cut
- Section work where you need to project over horns
- Players who prefer a controlled tip with harder reeds
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still building embouchure and air support
- Classical players wanting a dark, blended tenor sound
- Anyone with a nickel sensitivity
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
5 tip opening
Narrow by tenor standards. Easier to control and less tiring, but caps how loud and wide you can push it.
Detail 03
Nickel plated brass
Hard, smooth plating that resists tooth wear. It can wear through over years and may irritate nickel-sensitive players.
Detail 04
Jazz facing
Built for a brighter, more edged tenor voice rather than the rounder tone classical setups aim for.
Detail 05
Around $319
Professional-tier pricing. This is a tone decision, not a starter purchase, and it's worth trying before committing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Metal shanks are narrower — your hard rubber ligature likely will not fit.
- 02Ligature, cap and reeds are separate purchases.
- 03A 5 tip usually wants a harder reed than a wide-open piece does.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will my current ligature fit?
Probably not. Metal mouthpieces have a narrower shank than hard rubber, so you generally need a ligature made for metal tenor pieces.
02What reed strength should I use?
Smaller tip openings pair with harder reeds. Many players run a half to full strength harder here than on a wide-open mouthpiece.
03Is a 5 too small for jazz?
No. It's a controlled opening that still gives metal's projection. Players wanting more volume ceiling and bend usually go to a wider tip.
04Is this good for a beginner?
Not really. Metal jazz pieces reward developed air support and embouchure. A student is better served by a hard rubber mouthpiece first.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Nickel Plated Brass
