Rousseau ROUSSEAU ER50 CUSTOM ALTO
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An anniversary edition: the Rousseau legacy, JodyJazz craftsmanship
Created to celebrate the anniversary of the Rousseau lineage, the ER50 series marks the arrival of new mouthpiece models after several years without major launches. The ER50 Custom is part of this "new generation": a design inherited from the work of Dr. Eugène Rousseau, combined with manufacturing carried out entirely at JodyJazz in Savannah, Georgia. It features a demanding approach to internal geometry (chamber and baffle) and careful attention to materials, with ebonite designed to serve the beauty of sound and playing comfort.
For which saxophonist? Which styles?
The Rousseau ER50 Custom for alto saxophone is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced saxophonists and professionals who want a feeling of resistance and precision under the breath. Its additional resistance will suit musicians seeking a "settled" emission, clear articulation, and solid mastery of the altissimo, whether in classical, modern jazz, pop, or large ensemble / big band contexts. It is also an excellent choice for soloists who need to maintain a stable and clear sound, even on stage with high volume around them.
Sound and design
The ER50 Custom aims for a warm, focused, and clear sound, with controlled projection and homogeneity designed to remain stable across the entire range. Whereas a longer attack curve often gives a very free blowing impression, the Custom profile offers a more resistant feel, which helps many saxophonists lock articulation, stabilize timbre, and gain control in the high notes. Its tip opening of 1.63 mm balances flexibility and precision, while the Chedeville ebonite contributes to a comfortable touch and a naturally musical sound aesthetic. The gold-plated brass conical ring on the tenon completes the set by adding a touch of warmth and subtlety to the sound, and the mouthpiece is hand-finished for a more consistent playing feel.
Recommended compatible accessories
The mouthpiece is delivered without ligature or mouthpiece cap : these elements should be purchased separately according to your preferences for tightening and protection.
Technical specifications
| Category | alto saxophone |
| Material | Hard rubber |
| Color | Black |
| Finishing | Gold plated |
| Type | alto saxophone mouthpiece |
| Manufacturing | hand-finished |
| Ring | gold-plated brass on the tenon (adds warmth to the sound) |
| Tip opening | 1.63 mm |
| Design | chamber and baffle design attributed to Dr. Rousseau's concepts |
| Behavior | increased resistance promoting control, especially in the altissimo |
| Sound result | warm timbre, easy articulation, improved response in the low register |
| Instrument | alto saxophone |
| Recommended use | ideal for any soloist on stage with a large ensemble |
| Model | Eugène Rousseau anniversary edition |
| Positioning | "Custom" model with a more resistant feel and increased control |
| Accessories | delivered without ligature or mouthpiece cap |
Questions frequently asked
What is the tip opening of the Rousseau ER50 Custom Alto mouthpiece?
With a tip opening of 1.63 mm, this mouthpiece seeks a balance between flexibility and precision. The feel is described as more resistant than that of an open tip profile.
Is this alto mouthpiece suitable for classical and modern jazz?
The chamber and baffle design, based on the work of Dr. Eugène Rousseau, aims for a warm and focused tone. This configuration is recommended for classical, modern jazz, popular music, and large ensemble playing. The clear articulation and sound stability meet the demands of a soloist on stage.
Does the mouthpiece come with a ligature and mouthpiece cap?
Delivered without ligature or mouthpiece cap, this mouthpiece requires these two accessories to be purchased separately.
What material is used for the Rousseau ER50 Custom Alto?
The body of the mouthpiece is made of Chedeville hard rubber, contributing to the announced playing comfort. A gold-plated brass conical ring is placed on the tenon.
Does the ER50 Custom help with altissimo notes?
The Custom profile provides increased resistance, designed to enhance control in the altissimo register. The mouthpiece is hand-finished and also offers improved response in the lower register.
