Product Overview
This mouthpiece is in new condition. It is discounted because this model has been discontinued.
- Characteristics - The 80D has a deep cup similar to a Laskey F or Moosewood A, but incorporates the unique shape of the Wedge DOC cup and the patented Wedge rim.
- Specifications - ID 18 mm (.709 inches), OD 26 mm (1.024 inches), Bore #14.
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Acrylic:
- Feels softer than brass but less soft and Delrin on the chops.
- Less slippery than metal but more slippery than Delrin.
- Grip intermediate between Delrin and silver.
- Feel slightly smaller than the metal counterparts.
- Smoother than Delrin, very similar to silver.
- Comfortable to play in cold weather.
- Responsive to soft articulation.
- Articulation is clearer than Delrin, very similar to metal.
- Sound is slightly darker than brass and brighter than Delrin.
- More core in the sound than Delrin, but not as much core as metal.
- Acrylic is a brittle plastic and is likely to break if dropped.
The DOC (Double Oval Cup) design carries the oval shape of the Wedge rim into the bottom of the cup, producing more core in the sound with great stability and clean attacks.
