"The Guardala legacy. The M.Brecker spirit."
 
      We are proud to present two new metal mouthpieces for tenor saxophone, designed for musicians in search of an iconic sound, steeped in history, and resolutely focused on contemporary expressivity.
 
MB1: The footprint of the '80s (silver in photos)
 The MB1 is a faithful reproduction of the legendary numbered Dave Guardala from the '80s, which are now impossible to find or overprice on the second-hand market (over $2,000 for an original in good condition). Every detail of the design has been rigorously recreated: the internal and external geometry, the weight, the precision of the original “Dave Guardala” facing curve found on a vintage model in perfect condition, the interior and exterior finish...
The mouthpiece is made from premium natural German ebonite, a more refined and durable material than the pink resin used on the original Guardala models.
The goal was to create a truly unique model, not just a copy. The colors pay tribute to Dave Guardala and Michael Brecker. After discussions with saxophonists, the album cover of Return of the Brecker Brothers (1992) became a major source of inspiration.
The pink recalls the original handmade Guardala mouthpieces, while the pink and green marbled pattern immerses you in the “Brecker jazz-fusion universe” of the ’80s and ’90s, symbolizing the connection between Brecker’s career and Guardala’s work.
 
The result? A powerful, incisive mouthpiece with a sharp, electric sound, designed for modern playing and big stages, while respecting the soul of the original models that marked the history of the tenor sax.

MB1 - Pilgrimage: Michaël Brecker's legendary last breath recreated ( Gold on photos)
 The MB1 - Pilgrimage is a rare and precious reproduction of Michael Brecker's last mouthpiece, heard on his posthumous masterpiece, the Pilgrimage album. This model was never mass-produced. It was a one-off, specially modified for him from an original MB1 mouthpiece.
At his request, this mouthpiece's step baffle had been considerably softened and lengthened into a long roll-over, a major transformation that profoundly transformed the mouthpiece's sonic character:
- the attack becomes softer, more vocal
- the sound gains in warmth, density and expressiveness
- Projection remains powerful, but is more controlled and broader.
- It gains in versatility and malleability
 
Reproducing this unique mouthpiece was a real technical challenge, a work of precision, patience... and passion... It took in-depth analysis of the few archives available, cross-referencing of testimonials, and lengthy experimentation to find exactly the precise settings for this extraordinary mouthpiece.

Tha facing is also a “original Dave Guardala” curve, more long. For the record, this curve combined with a .117 opening (between 8* and 9) is, in my opinion, the best choice for those who want a mouthpiece set as close as possible to what Michael Brecker played. Of course, you can order this mouthpiece in other openings.
The MB1 - Pilgrimage is not just a mouthpiece inspired by Michael Brecker. It's a respectful and meticulous attempt to revive his last sound, the one he chose to end a lifetime of sound research and musical demands. It's also a collector's item for any saxophonist attached to the living history of his instrument.
 
 
A historic sound within your grasp...
 
      Each MB1 and MB1-Pilgrimage mouthpiece is meticulously crafted in our workshop in France to reproduce the feeling, response and timbre of the original models, down to the smallest detail.
The MB1s are sold as new, already hand-refinished in the traditional manner by Philippe, checked and tested before dispatch, guaranteeing the highest level of finish and playability to recreate the magic of these emblematic mouthpieces while ensuring modern manufacturing consistency. The marbled dental plate is made of the highest quality natural German ebonite in the world.
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