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200 facing
A medium tip opening. Easier to control at soft volumes and less tiring over long rehearsals than wider tips.
Product detailSKU #1274115059593
Selmer ParisS90 Series Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece 200 Facing
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hard rubber tenor mouthpiece with a medium-open 200 tip, aimed at students and section players who want a controlled, centered sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band and jazz ensemble players needing blend over cut
- Students stepping up from a stock factory mouthpiece
- Doublers who want predictable response across the horn
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock or R&B sections needing edge and volume
- Players chasing a bright, buzzy modern jazz tone
- Anyone already committed to a large-chamber vintage sound
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.
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S90 series
Selmer's classical-leaning line. Response is even across registers rather than weighted toward projection.
Detail 03
Tenor-specific
The shank fits tenor necks only. It will not seat on alto, soprano, or baritone.
Detail 04
Mouthpiece only
Reed strength, ligature, and neck cork thickness all change how this plays. Budget for a fitting session.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No reed, ligature, or cap is included unless the seller states otherwise
- 02Check your neck cork — a new mouthpiece often needs the cork sanded or greased
- 03Medium tips generally pair with harder reeds than very open tips
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength should I use with a 200 facing?
Medium tips typically take a slightly harder reed than open tips. Most players land in the 2.5 to 3.5 range, but test a few — your embouchure and air support decide it.
02Will this fit my tenor saxophone?
It is built for tenor necks. Fit still depends on your neck cork thickness; a repair tech can sand or build up the cork so it seats at the right pitch.
03Is this good for jazz?
It works in a jazz ensemble where blend matters. For a loud, edgy lead sound with lots of cut, a more open jazz-style tip is the usual choice.
04Can a beginner use this?
Yes. A medium tip is forgiving on air and easier to control than a wide one, which is why it is a common first upgrade from a stock mouthpiece.
