Vandoren T6 V16 - SM822e

Vandoren and the V16 Series: The "56 rue Lepic" DNA Serving Jazz

Based at 56 rue Lepic, Vandoren has established itself as an essential brand thanks to its manufacturing standards, both for mouthpieces and reeds. The V16 series in ebonite continues this tradition: offering a mouthpiece with a strong character, capable of supporting a section as well as highlighting a soloist, with a feel and response designed for modern aesthetics while retaining a genuine "vintage" flavor.

Available for soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones, the V16 range comes in various tip openings and internal configurations (depending on the version) to provide nuances of projection, ease of response, and tone color. The goal remains the same: to help you find a personal, coherent, and immediately recognizable sound signature.

For Which Musician and Styles?

This tenor saxophone mouthpiece is primarily aimed at intermediate to professional players seeking a responsive, expressive mouthpiece capable of handling intensity variations without losing cohesion. It is particularly comfortable in big band, Latin, and electro settings, but its jazz foundation also makes it an excellent choice for pop, funk, or any situation where a present and articulate tenor is desired.

In practice, it suits both section playing (consistency, precision, stability) and lead roles (impact, projection, personality), provided it is paired with the reed and ligature that match your approach (attack, resistance, sound density).

Sound and Design

The Vandoren V16 is made from ebonite, a material derived from natural rubber (hevea sap) crafted to offer a comfortable feel and a very organic musical response. Ebonite is appreciated for its ability to produce a dense and warm timbre while maintaining precision in articulation and clear grain definition.

With its 2.50 mm tip opening, this mouthpiece generally allows for a broad and lively sound without losing control over dynamics. It stands out for its easy response, consistency across registers, and power available when you push the air. Whether played more "open" or more "controlled," it maintains a good balance between color and depth, delivering a tenor that is both expressive and stable.

Important : this mouthpiece is sold without ligature or mouthpiece cap. The ligature and reed type you choose strongly influence attack, flexibility, and projection: it is an excellent base to refine your sound and build your "signature."

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this mouthpiece, plan to use tenor saxophone reeds suited to your style (softer for ease of response, harder for control and projection) as well as a mouthpiece swab to keep the table clean and maintain consistent response over time.

Hygiene and Return Policy : this product is subject to a specific right of withdrawal. For hygiene reasons, if 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	Style	big band/latin/electro
Material	Hard rubber	Color	Black
Opening	2,50 mm	Finishing	Glossy

Tip opening	2.50 mm	Delivered	without ligature or mouthpiece cap
Mouthpiece guaranteed nickel-free	no