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Tuesday, Nov 17
At a glance
- Condition
- New
- Style
- BL5
- Pattern
- Mouthpiece
- Model
- SM733
- Dimensions
- 1.8 x 1.8 x 6 in
- Weight
- 0.01 oz
- Color
- Black
- In the box
- Mouthpiece
- Warranty
- Vandoren warranties this product against manufacturer defects for a period of one year.
Features 5
- Tip Opening - 235 (1/100mm)
- Long Facing
- Works best with Vandoren #2.5-#3 reeds
- The classical open mouthpiece inspired by the BL3
- Large and round sound
Description
Optimum Series Baritone Saxophone Mouthpiece BL5. The Vandoren Optimum features an elegant outer design that creates its own, distinctive sound that is immediately recognizable. Its interior design provides a mouthpiece that is free-blowing and quick to respond.
Specs 20
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vandoren |
| Instrument Key | A |
| Material | Brass or other metal |
| Style | BL5 |
| Brand Name | Vandoren |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 76 |
| UPC | 008576220976 |
| Manufacturer | Vandoren |
| Set Name | Optimum Series |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SM733 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Type Name | Saxophone Part |
| Model Name | BL5 |
| Model Number | SM733 |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Sound Profile | Large and round |
| Material Type | Brass or other metal |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Item Dimensions | 1.8 x 1.8 x 6 inches |
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BL5 = more open and less thin sounding
Style: BL5
Pattern: Mouthpiece
I am a saxophonist in my mid 40s and once upon a time made my living by playing and teaching lessons. Up until about 6 months ago had only rarely played bari. I had a BL3 as my go to classical mouthpiece with a legere signature 3.5. It was a pretty good setup but I noticed my middle register on the horn sounded thin and my 4th line D sometimes wanted to play the overtone to A if I wasn't vigilant about voicing. Not a deal breaker as the setup let me play low notes staccato while playing softly. I wasn't completely satisfied though so I got a BL5 and ended up pairing it with a legere signature 2.75. Now the 4th line D is much more secure (along with middle register sounding fuller) and I can still play my low notes staccato while playing soft. Very pleased with the outcome.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2023 by Michael Eubanks
An Excellent Mouthpiece at a Reasonable Price
Style: BL4
Pattern: Mouthpiece
My primary instrument is bassoon but I double on clarinets and saxophones. My bari sax is a Vienna Series Allora and while the instrument is easy to play, quite a few of the notes needed embouchure adjustment to get them close to being in tune. I tried a Yamaha mouthpiece and while it was an improvement, I still needed to work some notes to get them right. I have had good luck with Vandoren mouthpieces on my clarinets so I decided to try this on my sax. Not only are most of the notes in tune with little to no embouchure adjustment, the sax seems to blow easier with a nice full, round sound. Also, I use a Rovner ligature and while it seemed a little oversized on the other mouthpieces, it fits this mouthpiece just right.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2023 by Cindy Jamroz
Fantastic Series
Style: BL3
Pattern: Mouthpiece
My daughter loves the Vandoren L3 series mouth pieces. She was in need of a good mouth piece for the Bari from her school and we looked multiple places before I stumbled across Amazon who could get it to me in 2 days, which gave her plenty of time before ISSMA performance. She now has the Alto, Tenor, and Bari. I'm sure when she gets her Soprano Sax I will be making another purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2017 by Amazon Customer
Gold standard Mouth piece
Style: BL3
Pattern: Mouthpiece
Love it so much I've been using it for about 2 years and it just broke because I got careless and dropped so about to try super glue! Highly suggest this mouth piece over all else!
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2019 by Mistie Davies
I love it!
Style: BL3
Pattern: Mouthpiece
Works great - bit more closed than C* but definitely sounds much darker and helps give off a more controlled tone/
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2015 by William
Great Mouthpiece
Style: BL3
Pattern: Mouthpiece
This mouthpiece has a great sound with much control. I wouldn't chose any other mouthpiece to play on. I use this model on every saxophone that I play.
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2012 by jeremy roberts
Versatile, Rich Tone
Style: BL4
Pattern: Mouthpiece
I purchased a BL4 about a year ago, and having been using it for concert band and quartet (which plays everything from Bach to Black Sabbath). I am impressed with the overall versatility of this mouthpiece and it was a big improvement with sound. Previously I was using a cheap Rico metalite mouthpiece (which is also a very good mouthpiece, especially for the cost, but too punchy for concert or classical music). Recently I've tried several other mouthpieces, including the vaunted Selmer S-80 C* and I have to say I like the BL4 best. Right now I am looking for a more classical sound and so have ordered a BL5 to try out as that is supposed to be more "classical". I'm looking forward to trying it out.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2018 by D. Gold