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question on mouthpiece tip size vs. resistance

Author: ving
Date: 2005-10-30 05:48

Hello,

Wondering if some of you may be able to offer some information regarding this topic. I currently play on a Fobes 4L mouthpiece, and to date it is the most free blowing mouthpiece I have owned--its great. I have been looking to get something a little smaller in size, though as the 4L is at times larger than I would prefer. So, my assumption was that by going down in tip opening I would be able to maintain the same free blowing-ness but offer a little more control and centered-ness to the sound. However, when tyring various pieces (including a Fobes 2L), M13Lyre, Eddie Daniels (1) I have not found this to be true--in fact, these seemed more resistant. Is this perhaps more related to the facing length than just the tip? I am holding out hope for trying some more Fobes pieces including another 2L in hopes I can find one that has the same ease as my 4L but in a smaller tip opening. Thanks in advance for your consideration...!

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