Review: Backun Vocalise TM1 & TM2 Alto Saxophone Mouthpieces

Today, I’m happy to share my review on the brand new Backun Vocalise TM1 & TM2 mouthpieces! Many thanks to Meridian Winds for supplying the review copies.

These mouthpieces were designed in a collaboration with soloist Timothy McAllister, mouthpiece craftsperson Richard Hawkins, and Backun Musical Company. These mouthpieces were made to fit the needs of students and professionals alike and promise high consistency of manufacture. A point of interest is the custom chamber and throat design!

While the TM2 was more to my preference than the TM1, both were well-made and responded easily to air and articulation. Check out my full thoughts below: