Bach Small Shank Trombone, Baritone and Euphonium Mouthpiece, 12C

Bach mouthpieces are designed to meet every conceivable playing need and have for nearly three quarters of a century. A Bach mouthpiece can make a good instrument play better. Volume and excellent intonation; ease of response in the high and low register; rich, uniform timbre throughout the range; resistance calculated to increase the player's endurance - these characteristics explain why the best professional artists choose Bach.Model No. - Rim ShapeDescription  7 - Medium wide, not too sharpThe ideal mouthpiece for the artist desiring a beautiful, ringing tone with sufficient volume for melody playing.    7C - Medium wide, not too sharpDesigned for players who prefer a medium-large cup to assure a large volume of tone. The rather shallow cup produces great brilliancy.    8 - Slightly wide and flatCorresponds in cup design with No. 7, but with a wider rim. Players with heavier lips prefer this model.    8½BW - Very wide, well roundedFor players with heavy lips who need support to prevent the rim from digging. Well liked by musicians who do strenuous work. Produces lively, brilliant tone with easy high register.    9 - Medium widePossesses a beautiful, rich, rather mellow timbre.    11 - Medium wideSame style as No. 9 but slightly smaller. Produces a magnificent round tone of great carrying power. An excellent model for euphonium and baritone players.    11C - Medium wideSame size as No. 11 but with a medium shallow cup for a brilliant ringing tone of large volume.    12 - Medium wideAn excellent all-around mouthpiece. Combines a fine, solid, dark tone, excellent flexibility, great volume and easy response.    12C - Medium wideSame size and rim as No. 12 but with a more brilliant, crisp tone. The best selling model for all-around playing.    12E - Medium wideThis model, designed principally for Eb alto trombone, can be used on Bb trombone or bass trumpet when a brilliant, brassy tone is desirable. Also recommended for use in the extreme high register.