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Need advice re: facing vs. opening

Author: m1964
Date: 2022-11-13 00:09

Hi,
I am thinking of changing my mouthpiece (BD5) to something that would be easier to control.
I am not sure if I need to look for a MP with a longer facing length and same tip opening or I need to chose a MP with both smaller opening and longer facing length, or smaller opening and similar facing length.

BD5 (my current MP): opening 1.13mm; Medium facing.

Based on Vandoren chart, I am considering the following MPs:

M30 Lyre: opening 1.135mm; Long facing.
M15: opening 1.035mm; Long facing.
5RV opening 1.09mm; Medium facing.

Can anyone advise? I am open to other MP makers, but need a starting point/direction so Vandoren looks like a good affordable option (for now).

Thank you

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