Detail 01
A chamber
The tightest chamber letter in the Graftonite lettering. More resistance and a more compact, focused sound.
Product detailSKU #1274034480713
RicoGraftonite Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece A Chamber / 3 Facing
Sale
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Molded alto sax mouthpiece with an A chamber and 3 facing. Aimed at students and doublers who want a cheap, predictable backup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginning alto players moving off a stock horn mouthpiece
- Doublers wanting an inexpensive spare in the case
- Band students who need something replaceable if dropped
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Tenor, soprano or bari players — alto only
- Advanced players wanting a hand-finished or refaced piece
- Anyone already set up with a wide tip opening
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
3 facing
Mid-range tip opening. Takes a medium-strength reed and is easy to control at low volume.
Detail 03
Molded plastic body
Consistent piece to piece and shrugs off drops far better than hard rubber.
Detail 04
Alto saxophone bore
Sized to an alto neck cork only. It will not seat on tenor, soprano or bari.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your neck cork thickness — a worn cork lets the mouthpiece slide too far on
- 02You will need a ligature and cap sized for this mouthpiece
- 03Reed strength around 2 to 2.5 pairs sensibly with a 3 facing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the A in A chamber mean?
It identifies the chamber size. A is the tightest of the Graftonite chamber letters, giving more resistance and a tighter, more centered tone than the wider chambers.
02What reed strength should I use with this?
A 3 facing is a moderate tip opening, so most players land on a 2 to 2.5. Go softer if it feels stuffy, harder if the tone spreads.
03Will this fit a tenor sax?
No. This is cut for an alto neck. Tenor, soprano and baritone each need their own mouthpiece size.
04Is this a step up from the mouthpiece that came with my horn?
Usually yes for a student-grade stock piece — the facing is more consistent. It is not a replacement for a professional hand-finished mouthpiece.
