Miraphone 186 mouthpiece...

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Laskey 30G
JK 3C

Conn Helleberg is o.k.
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Re: Miraphone 186 mouthpiece...

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Wilco wrote:Mmm... the only mpc's I could try in the shop were the Bach 24AW, the Bach 18 and a JK 4C. I liked the 4C best. No idea if it's an odd choice or not......
I've got a TU23 (C4) on trial now..... I like it better than my JK 4C. The rim is wider and the cup is less deep, wich is good for my trombone chops (trombone is my main instrument) [= more responsive/ immediate]. The design of the pieces look exactly the same, except that the miraphone is a thad longer..... *wonders if that affects response as well*
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Most larger helleberg mouthpieces work well. My favorite is the Laskey 30H.
You also might try a PT48 or PT88.
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Billy M. wrote:Well, if I remember correctly, the Miraphone mouthpieces are made by Josef Klier. I can say for sure after having played on JKs and a few Miraphone mouthpieces that this one will probably work quite well. Considering that Miraphone includes one with a new horn, to say the least, that's a vote of confidence. The mouthpieces are near the upper-mid range of the spectrum in price, but give it a try.
That being said, I'll be glad to sell you a nearly new TU-31(Mirafone Helleberg style)for a greatly reduced price. It even has the Helleberg look as opposed to some that use a Bach-style blank. PM if interested.
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