5C/7C Hybrid Traditional Top

The Wedge Hybrid consists of a 3D printed polymer rim and cup liner permanently bonded to a brass base.

The rim and cup liner is made from a safe, medical grade resin used in the dental profession to print permanent crowns. It is composed of 51% nano-ceramic particles, which gives it characteristics very similar to natural tooth material, or bone. The material is certified as non allergenic, non irritating, and safe for prolonged skin and lip contact. 

Advantages of the Hybrid design compared to other materials, including an acrylic top on a brass backbore:

* Avoids allergic reactions to metal mouthpieces - no contact with metal on the rim OR cup (unlike plastic screw rims).

* Feels warm, like other plastic mouthpieces.

* Smoother and more comfortable than gold or silver plated brass.

* Slightly more grip than silver, providing better endurance - less grippy than acrylic.

* Provides a slightly warmer sound than brass.

* Notes lock in, or slot better than acrylic, very much like brass.

* More core and clarity in the sound than acrylic.

* Clearer articulation than acrylic.

* Better feedback to the player than acrylic - feedback and connection to the horn feels like a brass mouthpiece.

* More durable and very resistant to breakage, unlike acrylic.

The 5C/7C HT is our version of the Bach 5C, Schilke 14, and similar mouthpieces. It is based on a scan of a Mt Vernon Bach 5C. The cup depth is the same as a Bach 5C, and slightly shallower than the Bach 7C. This is a slightly smaller alternative to the typical "orchestral" Bach 1-1/2C, .67 inch ID sizes.

The 5C/7C is an excellent choice for an advanced amature player or professional who wants the classic "orchestral" sound, but who has challenges with range and endurance.

It's also an excellent choice for advancing students who are not yet ready for the 1.5C. The more efficient .66 inch rim gives most players better endurance than the .67 inch rim, while keeping a similar, dark, if slightly more compact sound.