Brancher L27TH

Brancher: French Precision Manufacturing at the Service of Sound

Brancher mouthpieces are renowned for their very rigorous manufacturing approach, with a constant pursuit of consistency and performance. The brand relies on extremely precise CNC machining, followed by a hand polishing finish to control each piece and ensure homogeneous quality. This working method aims to offer reliable mouthpieces capable of delivering stable response and harmonic richness appreciated by saxophonists seeking both character and comfort.
Another strong point: Brancher favors working from raw material (rather than molding), a process designed to limit potential defects and maintain great consistency from one mouthpiece to another. The result aligns with Brancher's spirit: mouthpieces designed to last and to support expressive playing in all dynamics.

For Which Saxophonist and Styles?

This Brancher ebonite mouthpiece is primarily aimed at intermediate, advanced, and professional saxophonists looking for a full sound and immediate comfort. The Large chamber promotes a broad and warm sound while maintaining a clear attack: an ideal playground for smooth jazz, but also for be-bop, bossa, jazz variety, or stage contexts where a rich sound presence without aggressiveness is desired.
With its 2.70 mm tip opening, the mouthpiece offers a sensation of freedom while remaining controllable: it suits players who like to shape the sound (vibrato, dynamics, inflections) and work articulation without strain. The choice of reed (strength and cut) will then allow refining resistance, brightness, and response speed according to your setup and airflow.

Sound and Design

The sonic signature of this model is based on the combination of ebonite + Large chamber. Ebonite generally provides a smooth and stable playing feel, with a warm timbre and excellent nuance clarity. The chamber (the internal space where air develops before passing through the mouthpiece) directly influences the sound's breadth, harmonic balance, and resistance sensation: here, the Large chamber contributes to a broad, rich, and dynamic output.
The tip opening (2.70 mm) corresponds to the gap at the tip of the mouthpiece: the more open it is, the more freedom and projection the mouthpiece can offer, while requiring a suitable mouthpiece/reed pairing. Thanks to precision machining and meticulous finishing, the mouthpiece aims for ease of emission and homogeneity appreciated across all registers, with power available when you push the air, without losing the comfort sought in smooth jazz.
In terms of handling, ebonite is also valued for its touch and stability. The supplied ligature (with a metal pressure plate ) helps maintain the reed evenly, promoting a clear response and a well-centered playing sensation.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this tenor saxophone mouthpiece, you can pair it with tenor sax reeds (strength chosen according to your embouchure and desired resistance) and mouthpiece cushions (patches) to improve comfort and tooth stability. A mouthpiece swab/cleaning brush is also recommended to keep the table clean and preserve the mouthpiece's response over time.
Product subject to a specific withdrawal right: for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it must be free of any signs of use to qualify for withdrawal and be eligible for refund or exchange.

Technical specifications

Category	tenor saxophone	Ligature	semi-rigid with metal pressure plate
Material	Hard rubber	Neck cover included	Plastic
Opening	2,70 mm	Color	Black
Style	smooth jazz	Finishing	Glossy

Mouthpiece material	ebonite	Recommended style	smooth jazz
Mouthpiece cap	plastic	Nickel-free mouthpiece guarantee	no
Tip opening	2.70 mm	Manufacturing	computer-assisted precision machining and hand polishing
Chamber	Large	Included accessories	ligature, mouthpiece cap
Instrument	tenor saxophone	Packaging	wooden box