Detail 01
8-degree baffle
A high baffle speeds air over the reed. More brightness, more projection, and a harder edge when pushed.
Product detailSKU #1302806632191
WarburtonA Series Metal Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece, Silver-Plated 8º Baffle 6* Facing
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A silver-plated metal tenor sax mouthpiece with a stepped 8-degree baffle and 6* tip. For players who need volume and edge in a band mix.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Cutting through horn sections, rock bands, or amplified rhythm sections
- Funk and R&B players who want brightness and immediate response
- Doublers moving from a stock mouthpiece to a louder setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical or concert band players needing a dark, blended tone
- Beginners still building embouchure control on a close-facing piece
- Anyone wanting a subtle jazz ballad sound at low volume
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
6* facing
A moderately open tip. Needs more air than a stock piece and generally pairs with softer reeds.
Detail 03
Metal body
Thinner walls than hard rubber, so the chamber runs smaller and the response is quicker and brighter.
Detail 04
Silver plating
Adds a hard surface over the base metal. Wipe it after playing; skin oils and moisture will tarnish it over time.
Detail 05
A Series
The letter designates the baffle profile in Warburton's system, not the tip opening. Tip and baffle are chosen separately.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No ligature or cap included; metal tenor pieces need a metal-specific ligature, not your hard rubber one.
- 02Your current reed strength will likely feel too hard on a 6* — expect to drop a half step.
- 03Metal mouthpieces sit differently in the mouth than rubber; give your embouchure a week before judging it.
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 6* facing?
Most players go softer than they use on a stock mouthpiece. If you play 3 on a close facing, start around 2.5 here and adjust.
02Will my current ligature fit?
Metal mouthpieces are a different diameter and shape than hard rubber ones, so a rubber-piece ligature usually will not fit properly. Plan on a metal-specific ligature.
03Is this too bright for jazz?
An 8-degree baffle is built for brightness and projection. It suits amplified and funk-leaning playing more than a dark straight-ahead ballad tone.
04Can a beginner use this?
The open 6* tip and high baffle demand steady air and embouchure control. Players still developing those will find it hard to control at soft volumes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
