Mouthpiece for a pBone

RedpBone · by **RedpBone** » 2022-03-25 8:55 p.m.

As my handle states I have a red pBone. I want to get a real mouthpiece for it so I went to my local music store. They had two generic ones, a 12C and a 6.5AL. Any tips on which would be a better choice for me?

Thanks.

BGuttman · by **BGuttman** » 2022-03-25 9:08 p.m.

I think you need to try both and see what works better. I found on my Cool Winds (large bore) a King 29 worked best. Pick up a few on the Classifieds for cheap so you can experiment without having to go into hock.

RedpBone · by **RedpBone** » 2022-03-25 9:56 p.m.

Thanks Bruce, good advice. The interesting thing is that they were only about $40 each so it's not a huge investment. So maybe I can try them both.

Another question. What is the difference between a 12c and 6.5 AL?

jorymil · by **jorymil** » 2022-03-25 11:39 p.m.

Several things: 6.5 AL has a larger

* inner rim diameter

* outer rim diameter

* cup depth

* backbore diameter

I don't _hate_ my 12c pieces exactly, but now that I have an adult-sized mouth, it's more of a high-range/small horn piece. But you're just starting out: try 'em both, then stick with the one that makes you happier when you play it.

If you're short on cash, shoot me a PM and you can have a couple of mine: I buy horns from time to time, and never need the mouthpiece.

John

RedpBone · by **RedpBone** » 2022-03-26 10:57 a.m.

John,

Thank you so much for the info and the offer. That is extremely kind of you. I should be OK.

All the best,

Paul

RedpBone · by **RedpBone** » 2022-03-26 4:08 p.m.

I went with the 12c. I haven't haven't had a chance to try it yet but I am excited to.

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