Product Overview
The 103G is another choice for players wanting a "small" bass trombone mouthpiece or a larger tenor mouthpiece. It is very similar to a Bach 3G and one step larger than the 4G.
The 103G is also popular as a euphonium mouthpiece. It has an ID similar to a Wick 4AL, but the cup is deeper and more funnel shaped at the bottom than the Wick counterpart.
The Wedge 103G and 102G are very similar in size, with the 103 adding a little extra room.
Material - These mouthpieces are only available in Delrin plastic. Here are some of its characteristics:
- Delrin:
- Feels softer on the chops because it has more give than metal. This is a great advantage for players with braces.
- Not as slippery as silver, giving more grip.
- Added grip makes Delrin mouthpieces feel smaller than their metal counterparts with the same size designation.
- Not as smooth as metal, so some players may feel slight chop irritation for the first day or two while they adjust.
- More comfortable to play in cold weather because they feel warm on the chops.
- Plastic mouthpieces are more responsive than brass, making soft entries more secure.
- Articulation less crisp with less point at the front of the note compared to brass.
- Darker sound than brass.
- Less core in the sound compared to brass.
