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Please note this listing is for a top only. If you'd like a backbore please click this link:
Any rim, any cup, any depth and any shape you desire
TOPS
When AR Resonance opened in 2014 one of the first hurdles to tackle was how to make rims and cups easy on the lips, and good for classical and modern players.
While analyzing other makers profiles we came up to the conclusion that three main factors played into this: a bite that made articulation more secure with less effort, a stability on the harmonics thanks to a sharper curve leading to the throat and a cup design that allowed the player to switch the depth or diameter of the mouthpiece without affecting some of the other parameters.
All of AR Resonance mouthpieces are built to have the same exact rim no matter what cup you like. And if you want the rim to be different (wider, flatter, sharper and so on) we match it to any of our cups without affecting tone or how it responds.
Unlike other brands, our C cups maintain consistency throughout various rim sizes.
Generic Comparison guide:
Please note all pieces feel differently and all manufacturers measure in different places. If you have questions please email us or call 816-410-0826 x700. We'd be happy to help!
VLC: similar to ACB 1 series, Monette B1 series or Bach 1C
LC: Similar to ACB 1.25, Monette B2, or Bach 1 1/4C
MLC: Similar to ACB 1.5, Monette B3s7, or Bach 1 1/2C
MC: Similar to ACB 3, Monette B6, or Bach 3C
MD: Similar to ACB 3CS, Monette B6LD, or Bach 3D
MS: Similar to ACB TA1, Monette B7, or Bach 7
Currently we are offering most of these in Brass, Nickel Silver, or Bronze. Here's Antonio's take on materials:
MATERIALS
Brass, Phosphor Bronze, Nickel Silver
We really have a wide selection of materials to start from. Some are pretty common and we know how they behave. Some others are pretty exotics and can offer both an increase in performance or a drastic change in tone quality.
Two good examples are Phosphor Bronze and Buffalo Horn (custom orders only email us).
The first is tough to machine but gives a very vibrant and resonant tone, response is faster, you can feel all the slots to be more secure.
The second is incredibly light, lively and super fast responding. Many choose it for when it's cold outside but end up keeping it in warm temperatures because it feels so nice on the lips and increases your stamina, also it's a killer lead piece!
My favorite material? Phosphor Bronze! Sounds gorgeous, feels great and it's a lot easier and more stable to play than regular brass. A real gem!
We generally do not keep Gold Plated Tops or Backbores in stock - allow additional 2-3 weeks delivery time for gold plating. Thank you.
If you have additional questions, please send us an email!
Prior to ordering please check our Shipping and Returns policy.
AR Resonance tops and backbores are subject to a $25 per piece restocking fee to cover the inspection, sanitization, and re-conditioning the pieces.
Also note weight indicated in the ad is shipping weight not actual weight of the items.
