Author: EricBlack
Date: 2021-09-13 08:00
Hey Jarmo,
When I tried and reviewed the Traviata, I liked it and had a good experience, but the facing wasn't super comfortable for me personally. I think it was just a little too open for me, however I definitely understood why it was appealing for others! While in my Gleichweit video I make a brief comparison between the PlayNick Tosca and the Gleichweit's that were sent out to me, I really could have made a similar video comparing them to the Traviata instead, had I received different Gleichweit models. You should look into their various B10 or B11 models of mouthpiece for a similar tip opening/facing style to the Traviata. It really is incredible the amount of tip opening/facing options they offer for sale!
However, to get back to your question, in general I found the Gleichweit's to be a little more luminous than the PlayNick. I wouldn't say they are "bright" mouthpieces, but the PlayNick, in my experience, is darker. While I can't say 100% that this would be the same for a Traviata to Gleichweit comparison (I found the Traviata to be a little more colorful in general compared to the Tosca,) I wouldn't be surprised if the results would be similar. All-in-all I think the Gleichweit provides a very round, pure sound that maintains a nice resonance and focus from pp to ff without becoming edgy as the dynamic increases, but it is not quite as naturally "covered" as the PlayNick. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!
Post Edited (2021-09-13 16:06)
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