Detail 01
6* tip opening
Medium-open. Takes more air and gives more volume and pitch flexibility than a stock student facing.
Product detailSKU #1274228067072
Otto LinkHard Rubber Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece 6*
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hard rubber alto sax mouthpiece with a 6* tip opening. For players stepping up from a stock student mouthpiece who want more volume and flexibility.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students moving off the mouthpiece that came with the horn
- Players who want more air and edge than a close facing gives
- Doublers who want one alto piece for varied gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Absolute beginners still building embouchure control
- Players wanting a dark, contained classical sound
- Anyone married to a specific tip size other than 6*
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
The star after the 6
Marks a slightly wider opening than a plain 6, a half-step between standard sizes.
Detail 03
Hard rubber body
Warmer and rounder than metal, with less cutting brightness. Easier on the embouchure over long sessions.
Detail 04
Alto saxophone shank
Sized for alto neck cork only. Will not seat correctly on tenor, soprano or bari.
Detail 05
Mouthpiece alone
Sound depends heavily on which reed you pair with it. Budget for a few strengths to find the match.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature and cap are not included unless you already own compatible ones
- 02Wider tip usually means dropping about half a reed strength
- 03Neck cork may need shaving or building up for a snug fit
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength works with a 6*?
Most players land around 2 to 2.5 on a 6*. The wider opening makes a hard reed feel stiff, so start softer than you would on a close facing.
02Does it come with a ligature?
No. Plan on a ligature and cap sized for a hard rubber alto mouthpiece.
03Will this fit my tenor?
No. This is cut for alto saxophone. The shank bore and size are specific to the alto neck.
04Is hard rubber better than metal?
Different, not better. Hard rubber gives a warmer, rounder tone; metal projects brighter and cuts harder. Hard rubber is the more common choice for general playing.
