Detail 01
B chamber
Medium chamber. More focus and projection than a large chamber, warmer and less edgy than a small one.
Product detailSKU #1274034480556
RicoGraftonite Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece B Chamber / 5 Facing
Sale
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Molded alto sax mouthpiece with a medium chamber and a fairly close tip. A durable step up from a stock student piece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students replacing a worn or damaged stock mouthpiece
- Concert band and jazz-band playing that needs a controllable tone
- A backup mouthpiece for a gig bag or school locker
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing a bright, loud lead-alto sound
- Anyone already using a wider tip opening and soft reeds
- Clarinet or tenor sax — this is alto-specific
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 facing
A closer tip opening. Easier to control and less tiring, but caps how loud you can push it.
Detail 03
Molded plastic body
Consistent piece to piece and cheap to replace. Survives being knocked around more than hard rubber.
Detail 04
Alto saxophone fit
Sized for an alto neck cork only. Will not seat correctly on soprano or tenor.
Detail 05
Close tip plus medium chamber
Pairs well with medium reeds around 2.5 to 3. Very soft reeds will close off and choke.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — plan to reuse your existing ligature, cap, and reeds
- 02Check ligature fit; a stock ligature may sit loose or tight on this body
- 03A dry or compressed neck cork may need greasing or replacement to seal
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength should I use?
Start around 2.5 or 3. The close 5 tip opening works against very soft reeds, which tend to close up and stop vibrating.
02Does it include a ligature and cap?
Treat it as the mouthpiece alone and reuse what you have. Confirm your ligature tightens evenly before your next rehearsal.
03Is this good for jazz?
It handles jazz band fine with a focused, controlled tone. It will not give you a bright, cutting lead-alto sound.
04What does B / 5 mean?
B is the chamber size, a medium interior. 5 is the tip opening, on the closer side, meaning less air resistance to manage.
