Detail 01
7* tip opening
A medium-large opening. More volume and bend available, but it takes more air and embouchure control than a 5 or 6.
Product detailSKU #1274228067135
Otto LinkMetal New York Series Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece 7*
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Metal tenor saxophone mouthpiece with a 7* tip opening. For players who want more projection and edge than a hard rubber piece delivers.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Big band and horn section players who need to cut through
- Funk, R&B and rock gigs against amplified backline
- Players moving up from a stock student mouthpiece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical and concert band players who need a dark, blended tone
- Beginners still developing embouchure control
- Players wanting a small tip opening for easy low-register response
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
Metal body
Brighter and more focused than hard rubber, with more edge as you push. Also thinner in the mouth, so the bite feels different.
Detail 03
Tenor saxophone
Tenor only. Alto and bari mouthpieces are different sizes and will not seat on the neck cork.
Detail 04
New York Series
A distinct chamber and facing design within the Otto Link line, not the same as the standard metal Link.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature and cap fit vary by mouthpiece; check yours seats on a metal body
- 02Metal bodies are slimmer, so your neck cork may need refitting or building up
- 03Bring a reed strength one step softer than usual when trying a larger tip
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will my current ligature fit?
Not necessarily. Metal mouthpieces are narrower than hard rubber, so a hard rubber ligature usually will not tighten properly.
02What reed strength should I use with a 7*?
Most players drop a half to a full strength when moving to a 7*. A larger tip opening pairs with a softer reed.
03Does it come with a ligature and cap?
Check the package contents before ordering. Plan on sourcing a metal-fit ligature and cap separately if you do not already have them.
04Is metal louder than hard rubber?
It is brighter and more focused, which reads as louder in a mix. Raw volume depends more on tip opening, reed and air.
