Introducing the Austin Custom Brass Fabrication ACB 5 Trumpet Mouthpiece
Many clients, educators, students, and fans of ACB asked me to design a great introductory mouthpiece for folks on a budget. I'm extremely proud to announce the newest development in the Austin Custom Brass series of Mouthpieces, the ACB 5!
The Fabrication series mouthpieces are made in the USA with the same industry-leading precision and CNC lathe technology as our Standard Series and custom mouthpieces. The only reason I can sell the Fab mouthpieces at this lower price is because I order literally hundreds of them at a time. This way there are no compromises in quality or "cutting corners" to save money - all the savings are from efficiency of machine time.
The Fab 5 is a mouthpiece I designed for the mass population out there. Most of my line is totally customized for the clients but this mouthpiece is only offered in silver plate, in a unique (only available in this piece) blank that optimizes resistance and projection. The Fab 5 works wonderfully for the developing trumpeter moving up from a stock 7C-type piece.
Configuration
- Silver Plated
- Unique "ACB" blank (mixing my ultra-light and Modern blanks) optimized for ideal response in conventional equipment
- .650 inner diameter
- medium c/d hybrid bowl shape with blended entrance into throat (a great efficient cup shape without it being shallow)
- #26 Throat
- custom medium sized backbore
This mouthpieces will most definitely make your students and your own playing "Ahead of the Class"... only available here at Austin Custom Brass!
Regards,
Trent Austin
Owner and Designer
Austin Custom Brass, LLC
Call the Mouthpiece Hotline with questions or to place an order! +1-781-816-9664
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Also note weight indicated in the ad is shipping weight not actual weight of item.
7 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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I received the FAB5 Tuesday and used it for band on Wednesday. It was a big hit for me. I usually use the ACB TA 1 for band but lately it wasn't doing the job so I wanted to try something with a little larger cup and the FAB5 was the answer. It made
The think I like most about all my ACB mouthpieces is the comfort. I have used many different brand mp's over the years but none have given me the comfort and endurance that ACB has. Trent designs some great mp's so give them a try. You are in for a treat.
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Well Done
It's a great piece, just not for me. It is extremently well made but I need something that is more open, and a little wider.
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ACB 5 trumpet mouthpiece
I’m a beginning intermediate. I’ve been playing a 5c & 3e. With local community band. The ACB feels good . In hindsight I wish I would have called for professional advice. Maybe for just confirmationad..I will next time.
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Fab 5 mouthpiece
Even at such a great price, this mouthpiece is great for all around play. Great tone. Comfortable rim and perfect cup depth.
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The Perfect 5C Alternative
Plays better than a 5C, much more comfortable rim, slightly shallower than a 5C but not as shallow as a D cup. The 26 drill really opens this piece up. Somewhat reminds me of the old Severinsen Jettones but with better rim and more open cup. You can bring down a wall with the core this thing puts out. I also have To mention how great ACB is. The piece was shipped as soon as I ordered it.
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ACB Fabrication 5: too generic a name for such an amazing mouthpiece!
I've been playing exclusively on ACB mouthpieces for several years now, starting out on an ACB 3C before moving to Trent's 3CS model. I've been a bit curious about his Fabrication line since they first came out and happened to find a Fab 5 in like new condition for really cheap so I decided to give it a shot. Boy, am I glad I did. Immediately I felt like my sound just had more life to it and more efficient, something about the custom throat/backbore that Trent designed on this piece is perfect for the way I play. Also, the custom blank is just heavy enough to give you a warm and broad sound but light enough to remain responsive and ringing in all registers. Don't worry that the mouthpiece is called a "5," the diameter is stated as .650 which is the same as the ACB 3CS. Without question, the Fabrication 5 is one of the best values on the entire market, under $70? I've recommended this to several students coming off a Bach 7C or 5C and they all love it. 5 enthusiastic stars!!!!!!!!!
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Recent Review of the ACB 5
From www.trumpetherald.com "My ACB 5 arrived yesterday, and I had an opportunity to play it at my Concert Band rehearsal tonight. I haven't been able to put much time into playing lately due to family "stuff," so my chops are a bit out of shape. In my opinion, Trent has a real winner in this mouthpiece! The rim is very comfortable, and the undercut of the cup allowed my lips to buzz even when I got tired. The cup is slightly deeper than my Curry 7M, but it didn't affect my (limited) range. I find that the ACB 5 seems to provide a very small bit more resistance than the Curry 7 pieces, which seems to work well for me. Trent...do I detect a bit of "V" at the bottom of the cup? I was able to produce a beautiful singing tone when playing a solo of "I've Grown Accustomed to Your Face," but was also able to brighten up the sound when needed. The ACB 5 is far better for me than either the Bach 7C or Bach 5C. I'm going to continue playing this piece to get a better feel for it as my chops get back in shape. Trent...Thank you! Great mouthpiece! Any plans on a slightly shallower ACB 5 model for those times when brighter is better?" user GregPlo Thanks Greg for the great review!
