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Author: Selmer'53
Date: 2007-10-25 13:51
Would someone kindly explain in detail what these terms mean in regard to mouthpieces.
Thanks!
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Author: susieray
Date: 2007-10-25 14:38
These are the older Selmer blanks, I believe the TABLE ones are older than the ovals....The oval came as standard equipment with the Centered Tone. They have a larger bore than the later Selmer blanks. Instead of having HS* (or whatever) on the back of the piece it is marked right on the table. I am sure Vytas has a picture of one he can attach (if he's reading this thread!)
Sue
Post Edited (2007-10-25 14:51)
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Author: susieray
Date: 2007-10-25 14:47
Attachment: HS oval facing.jpg (110k)
I found a picture of one I sold about a year ago.....although it says HS on the attachment it's actually HS*
Post Edited (2007-10-25 14:49)
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Author: susieray
Date: 2007-10-25 15:04
Oh yeah, I wanted to mention that most of the sound you get is up to you, not your equipment, you don't need a CT to sound like Benny Goodman. Listen to Ken Peplowski for example, he plays a Buffet R13 and a Portnoy mouthpiece.
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Author: Don Berger
Date: 2007-10-25 15:08
Thank You, Susieray, fine pic and discussion. A while back I came upon a Table Sel, HS* I believe,. Not being my fav. [I like longer lay, and wider tips} I gave it to my pro friend in Tulsa who uses it, at times, in our comm. band. With my Mark 6 alto sax, I have 2 50's mps , a C* and a D, with a lot of info on the tables, which outplay newer, good mps. At least, back then, Selmer paid close attention the mp/inst "matching", IMHO. Don
Thanx, Mark, Don
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Author: Selmer'53
Date: 2007-10-25 15:41
Susieray,
Ok. So, the "table" is that flat part in front, and if the impression is there, one assumes it's from an older blank. I'm still unclear about "oval". What distinguishes it from a newer model? The reason why I ask, is that I have a 1953 Selmer (though technically not a Centered-Tone, it is of the same lot, just the European version...same large bore, etc.) and I'm having a hard time finding the appropriate mouthpiece.
Are the new HS** of the same design as the old?
Or would it be better to find a "table" or "oval" version and hope it isn't too banged up or tone-dead (as some mps lose their lustre with age)?
Thanks for your time!
And thanks for sending the attachment.
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Author: Selmer'53
Date: 2007-10-25 15:49
Vytas,Just saw your attachment as well...thanks!So, how (other than internet searches) can I aquire an original "table" or "oval" version HS** that hasn't been marred by time & usage?
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Author: susieray
Date: 2007-10-25 15:52
Selmer 53,
No, the new ones are not the same. The older ones are made from a different rubber and also a larger bore than the newer ones.
You can look for an older one but chances are it will need to be refaced. If I were looking for one I would not hesitate to get in touch with Vytas!
Sue
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Author: Selmer'53
Date: 2007-10-25 16:06
Vytas & Susieray (my two new bestest friends!),
Next concern...
How do I know whether the mouthpiece will work for me if I can't try it first?
I have a Bay Chedeville copy and a Vandoren 5RV, which I purchased after extensive trying of at least a dozen mps. They were the only two that appealed to me.
Still, the Bay is focused & clean but lacks "character" (and I don't mean player character) and the 5RV has the "character" I like but is far too airy & inconsistent focus-wise.
Any suggestions?
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