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Nail That Smoky Alto Sound





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If you’re a fan of Paul Desmond’s classic “dry martini” alto sound, Syos has a mouthpiece you should definitely check out. Precision 3D printed from SCAL3D, the Syos Originals Smoky alto saxophone mouthpiece leverages a large chamber, low baffle design to deliver a warm, dark sound with strong projection that’s perfect for jazz and other genres where a darker, richer tone is desired. The Syos Originals Smoky alto is comfortable to play, with easy altissimo access and solid intonation across the range of your instrument.





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Geometry is key





Germinating deep inside IRCAM laboratories in Paris, Syos emerged in 2016 with a mission: to revolutionize saxophone and clarinet mouthpiece design and fabrication. The founders of Syos, which stands for Shape Your Own Sound, had identified the inner geometry of the mouthpiece bore as the key factor governing the acoustics of wind instruments. The team of French scientists then invented a groundbreaking design process with precision tolerances to 1/100th of a millimeter to determine the length and shape of the baffle, the size and shape of the chamber, the tip opening size, and the facing curve characteristics. Having correlated the effects of each of these parameters, Syos deploys them in different combinations to achieve targeted tonal qualities.





Leveraging advanced technology





An industry leader in 3D-printed saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces, Syos crafts its unique offerings from SCAL3D, a proprietary material developed by the company in collaboration with top French research laboratories. Formulated specifically for 3D printing, SCAL3D is safe for contact with the mouth and enables the precision fabrication of durable mouthpieces with superior acoustic properties and playability. Made in Paris using state-of-the-art additive manufacturing technology, Syos mouthpieces offer an enticing array of sonic possibilities and are available in a range of colors and tip openings. Your perfect Syos mouthpiece awaits: find your absolute sound at Sweetwater today!





Syos Originals Smoky Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Features:


Large chamber, low baffle design for a dark, warm tone


Curved baffle for strong projection


Solid intonation, easy altissimo access


Evocative of Paul Desmond’s classic alto sound


Ideal for jazz and other genres where a darker, richer sound is desired


Precision 3D fabricated from proprietary SCAL3D


Available in a range of colors and tip openings