Vandoren SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE ALTO V16 EBONITE A8 S+

V16: Vandoren's Jazz DNA, Between French Tradition and Modern Demands

Located at "56 rue Lepic," the Vandoren house is globally recognized for the precision of its craftsmanship and its historic expertise, both in mouthpieces and reeds. The V16 range was designed to meet the expectations of jazz-oriented saxophonists, offering various tip openings and chambers with a distinct character. The result: a mouthpiece that naturally fits into a modern setup while giving the player the space needed to build a true sonic identity.

For Which Alto Saxophonist and Styles

Designed for alto saxophone and clearly jazz-oriented, this V16 targets intermediate to professional musicians seeking a responsive mouthpiece capable of switching from section playing to lead playing with reliable response. It is particularly suited for bebop, hard bop, modern jazz, funk, and brassy pop styles whenever you want definition, projection, and precise articulation.

Sound and Design

The mouthpiece is one of the pillars of your sound: the slightest variation in tip opening, chamber, or internal bore influences attack, projection, intonation, and resistance feel. Here, the ebonite (made from a blend of natural rubber, linseed oil, and sulfur) provides a stable response and homogeneous emission, with a sound that is both dense and controllable. The S+ chamber, an evolution of the S chamber, is designed to allow more air: you gain in sound depth and flexibility, while maintaining the projection and ease of play that have made the V16 famous. The 2.10 mm tip opening encourages a wide palette of dynamics, from crisp attack to broader phrasing, for an expressive and personal interpretation.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Your final sound will also depend on the reed and ligature used. To preserve the qualities of the ebonite and keep the table clean, a mouthpiece cap and an alto saxophone swab are particularly relevant choices.

Technical specifications

Category	alto saxophone	Style	jazz
Material	Hard rubber	Color	Black
Opening	2,10 mm	Finishing	Glossy

Tip Opening	2.10 mm	Mouthpiece guaranteed nickel-free	no
Chamber Type	S+	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.
Recommended Style	jazz