Joseph Alessi Signature Mouthpieces

The Alessi Series of Tenor Trombone mouthpieces as described by Joseph Alessi:

"The entire Alessi Signature Series of mouthpieces has been introduced to provide more options for the player who requires some extra width and comfort. Just as the countless human feet in this world require various widths and lengths of shoes, the variations in human faces and chops require similar options when brass players are choosing a mouthpiece. Alessi mouthpieces are designed to provide the exact level of fit and comfort to the "chops" that a correct shoe size provides to a particular human foot. After all, hiking a long distance can cause the feet to swell and the person to feel rubbing and pain if the shoes are ill-sized. Similarly, the player who has more "fleshy" chops performing a long recital might find his or her lips swelling a bit, at which point the lips need a little more room in the mouthpiece to "get the job done" without discomfort or compromises in the performance quality. Many players have commented that they are happy to have found good choices available through the Alessi mouthpieces. All my mouthpieces are balanced with the larger rim sizes (1, 3 and 5) and incorporate Greg Black's excellent outside design. For players who are looking for extra room, comfort, and balance in a mouthpiece, these models are unmatched!"

"I highly recommend these mouthpieces-made by the finest craftsman, Greg Black"

"Thanks to Greg, we have developed the new "AL" series of Alessi Signature mouthpieces. These pieces mimic the qualities of the old Bach "AL" series but with the fantastic outer shape designed by Greg Black. I have personally used this piece when I have played lead in a big band, in order to fit in with that style of playing. You will be able to hear this quality on my upcoming cd release where I front my own big band. I can see a player using these mouthpieces for solo playing and for the jazz player looking for a little more substance in the sound. As in all of the Alessi Signature Series of mouthpieces, we have designed this series to accommodate the player with the need for more room and comfort. The 1, 3, and 5 rim sizes all match in width with my regular series of mouthpieces. 1 being the largest rim size."

Signature Series
Joseph Alessi 1	Great for Solo playing. Accepts all the air you can provide with all the top notes *Cup Depth* - Medium
Joseph Alessi 1.25	Cup Depth - Medium + .
Joseph Alessi 1.5	This mouthpiece is designed with a cup depth that is halfway between the #1 and the #2. "I now use this piece for most orchestral playing and a good percentage of solo playing. It provides a clear, bright, and full sound with all the projection that is needed to carry above the orchestra. *Cup Depth* - Medium deep
Joseph Alessi 1.75	*Cup Depth* - Medium Deep +
Joseph Alessi 2	Provides a rich even tone with plenty of carrying power in all registers. *Cup Depth* - Deep
Alto Trombone Joseph Alessi A-1	*Rim size* - 1.060" 26.9mm *Rim Width* - Medium wide Cup Depth - Medium Shallow *Bore Size* - .261" ( "G" Reamer ) 6.63 mm
Rim Descriptions	*Rim size* - 1.060" 26.9mm *Rim Width* - Medium wide Bore Size - .295" ( M reamer ) 7.49 mm Symphony Tenor Models Inside diameter between 11/2 G and 2G

Standard Series
Joseph Alessi 3	A scaled down version of the *JA1. For all types of solo playing and technical passages. Cup Depth* - Medium
Joseph Alessi 3.25	*Cup Depth* - Medium +
Joseph Alessi 3.5	Like the 1.5 model, this cup depth is halfway between the #3 and the #4.It provides a clear, bright, and full sound with all the projection that is needed to carry above the orchestra. The rim is the same as the #3 and 4. *Cup Depth* - Medium deep
Joseph Alessi 3.75	*Cup Depth* - Medium deep +
Joseph Alessi 4	A great all around piece. Excellent response and overtones for solo orchestral playing *Cup Depth* - Deep
Alto Trombone Joseph Alessi A2	*Rim Size* - 1.040" 26.4mm *Rim Width* - Medium wide Cup Depth - Medium Shallow *Bore Size* - .250" ("E" Reamer ) 5.94 mm
Rim Descriptions	*Rim Size* - 1.040" 26.4mm *Rim Width* - Medium wide Bore Size - .281" ( K reamer ) 7.13 mm Symphony Tenor Models Inner diameter like a Wick 3AL

Standard Series
Joseph Alessi 5	"This mouthpiece is very much like the models #1 and #3, but with an even smaller inside rim diameter. The high range is clear and compact. It is a very well balanced piece." *Cup depth* - Medium
Joseph Alessi 5.25	*Cup depth* - Medium +
Joseph Alessi 5.5	"Like the #1.5, and the #3.5, This mouthpiece can be played in the large orchestra, but also serves as a terrific chamber and solo piece." *Cup Depth* - Medium deep
Joseph Alessi 5.75	*Cup Depth* - Medium deep +
Joseph Alessi 6	Like the #2, and #4, this is for the player who likes the smaller rim diameter, but with a deep rich tone." *Cup Depth* - Deep
Alto Trombone Joseph Alessi A3	*Rim Size* - 1.022" 25.95mm *Rim Width* - Medium wide Cup Depth - Medium Shallow *Bore Size* - .234" ("E" Reamer ) 5.94 mm
Rim Descriptions	*Rim Size- 1.022" (25.95) Rim Width- medium wide Bore- 281" ( K reamer ) *Symphony Tenor Models Diameter equivalent to the "41/2 AL"

Each model is available in two different weights, regular and medium. The exterior shape of each mouthpiece is identical, except the medium has more mass through the bowl section. The weight difference is approximately .6 of an ounce.

When orders are placed, it is assumed the shank will be for Symphony Tenor (except Alto models) unless specified differently.

Also, the Symphony Tenor models are available with different shank sizes: 1) Medium Tenor, ie Bach 36, 2) 'Medium' Shank, ie Willson Euphonium, and 3) Old Conn, ie 88H. (extra charge - $25.00)

In each of the above mentioned shanks, the bore sizes and backbore sizes are changed to meet the right balance needed for the appropriate shank size requested.

Mr. Alessi plays the "Signature" series models for both Alto and Tenor trombone in the "medium" weight.