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Saxophone Mouthpiece News
May 18th, 2009 |
Chuck Israel Trio with guest Keith McKelley
This is our first event in colloboration with Western Washington University. The show is on June 4th at the Firehouse Performing Arts Studio in Bellingham, WA.
Not a lot of Jazz of this caliber comes to town. The Chuck Israels Trio will have
Chuck on bass along with Bill Dobbins on piano, Doug Wamble on guitar, Keith McKelley on tenor saxophone, and Julian MacDonough on drums.
This collaboration of world renowned jazz musicians from across the nations, brought together
by our own Chuck Israels, presents a very unique, intimate Jazz performance opportunity.
Only 80 tickets available.
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May 8th, 2009 |
New DURGA Baritone Released
We are very proud to release our first Baritone mode. The DURGA Baritone brings a whole new dimension to Baritone mouthpieces unlike anything expereienced before.
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April 6th, 2009 |
Mike Parlett Endorsement Added
"When I first tried the DURGA I was simply blown away by the power and response of this beautifully crafted mouthpiece. The mouthpiece has incredible projection and presence but with the warmth and finesse that other ‘Super Power’ pieces out there lack.
I would have no hesitation in saying, with its revolutionary and unique design, ease of playing in all registers including effortless harmonics and easy sub-tones make this the best tenor sax mouthpiece available today!"
Mike Parlett Endorsement Page
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Mar 16, 2009 |
New DURGA Review by Skipp Spratt
Skip Spratt (www.saxshed.com) - Review of the DURGA
"Without further delay, let me tell you what news is news. Theo Wanne has released his fourth large chamber mouthpiece DURGA. This thing just SCREAMS! This piece works very well for me and gives that beefy tenor sound many of us seek out. It seems best suited for louder, more intense playing but don’t be fooled. DURGA is a masterful piece of eye and ear candy that can be tamed to play in more sensitive situations as well."
Skip Spratt full DURGA review here (pdf)
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Feb 12, 2009 |
Keith McKelley Love and My Funny Valentine sound clips added
We are excited to release a two new Keith McKelly sound clips. Keith playing a Gold DURGA 8.
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Feb 11, 2009 |
Skipp Spratt Funy DURGA Time sound clip added
We are excited to release a new Skipp Spratt sound clip. Skipp playing a Gold DURGA 8.
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Feb 11, 2009 |
Adam Niewood Endorsement Added
"The AMMA is a truly wonderful mouthpiece. I like it more and more each day. I could easily use it in any professional situation and my Link blows dead after trying yours for a while. Playing only vintage mouthpieces (mainly a Florida Super Tone Master Otto Link 8*) I would never have considered playing a new mouthpiece, until NOW! As a professional saxophonist, and mouthpiece refacer - my hat goes off to you and your products, Theo. You're a renaissance man"
Adam Niewood Endorsement Page
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Feb 10, 2009 |
Andre de Laat Endorsement Added
The Kali 7* has stolen my heart. It has just a huge sound! We had to wait for more than 100 years, but finally there is a mouthpiece that matches perfectly with a saxophone!! Its Projection is so perfect that sound projects more from the bell-bow of the sax than from the bow in the neck. This gives a direct sound with a full rich tone and well specified center. After playing the KALI I fell more deeply in love with the saxophone. I just thoroughly enjoyed playing and listening to myself."
Andre de Laat Endorsement Page
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Jan 3, 2009 |
We are very excited to release the DURGA tenor mouthpiece.
The DURGA is the culmination of many years of research and testing. We are overjoyed to unleash it into the world. No longer do we, as saxophonists, have to suffer with a thin and nasal sound in order to get huge power and projection. The DURGA is at once, powerful and hugely projecting and fat, warm, and huge! The combination is just downright sexy!
The secret to the DURGA lies in a uniquely designed baffle coupled with deeply rounded inner side walls, and a special power version of our True Large Chamber that incorporates a Power Ring.The Power Ring is a ring set at the back of the chamber that radically tapers the chamber down. This allows the mouthpiece to get all the benefits of our True Large Chamber AND the power inherent in small chamber mouthpieces.
No other mouthpiece in history has been designed like this before, and it will simply blow you away. It is so much fun to play! It has that huge Link sound, but makes everything before it just sound stuffy in comparison!
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Dec 15, 2008 |
Holiday Drawing Winners Announced
Grand Prize Winner: Tony H., Olathe, USA
2nd Place Winners:
- Jochen A., Hamburg, Germany
- Zulfuguar B., Arlington, USA
- Brian B., Seattle, USA
- John B., Lugoff, USA
- William D., Wilmington, USA
- Michel D., Bruxelles, Belgium
- Manual H., Florida, USA
- Shane K., Vancouver, Canada
- Michael N, Bergheim, Germany
- Ian W., Albany, USA
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Dec 10, 2008 |
Keyan Williams Endorsement Added
"As a jazz saxophonist for many years I thought the perfect mouthpiece was a myth until I played the Kali. Big bright sound, but with a CORE, and that makes all the difference. I can go from a sweet altissimo to a rich low b-flat without a hitch. Versatility and power, all in an attractive package, makes the Kali the mouthpiece for me. Theo, I can’t say thank you enough."
Keyan Williams Endorsement Page
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Dec 9, 2008 |
Jack Prybylski Endorsement Added
"I’M TOTALLY IN LOVE WITH MY KALI! It is the’ most expressive mouthpiece I have ever played. The endless tonal possibilities I am able to produce now on the saxophone is akin to having every shade of every color known to man on my palette. Any tonal color is achievable with this mouthpiece! Equally impressive are the nuances in volume that are achievable.
Jack Prybylski Endorsement Page
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Dec 1, 2008 |
Keyan Williams NEW track The Art of Living Released
We are excited to release a new Keyan Williams sound clip.
Keyan plays The Art Of Living on a Vintified Kali 8 with rhodium ligature and gold pressure plate. He is using a Fiber Cell medium soft reed and a Yamaha Custom Z82 Tenor Saxophone.
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Nov 5, 2008 |
Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces Attended Sax Summit
We will have a booth at this industry wide saxophone event with some of the world's top saxophone performers like James Carter. Please come visit us and enjoy the show!
Hollywood, CA: Nov 21st-22nd
More info: www.saxophonesummit.org
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Oct 13, 2008 |
New Jan Garbarek Sound Clip Released
We are excited to release a new Jan Garbarek sound clip.
Jan plays ‘Sounding AMMA’ on an AMMA Gold 6* with La Voz Med Soft Reeds.
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Sept 9, 2008 |
September Newsletter Released
We are excited to release our September Newsletter with many interesting topics, including new Being of Service and Dealer Spotlight sections.
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Sept 4, 2008 |
Theo Wanne Free Holiday Mouthpiece Drawing Begins!
Grand Prize: Choice of any Theo Wanne Mouthpiece and 3-Piece Pressure Plate Set
10 Second Prize Winners: $25 Gift Certificate to the Theo Wanne Store
Drawing Rules
- Support us with a short survey. All information will be kept confidential!
- One entry per musician.
- Complete your entry by December 10th, 2008.
More Information Here
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July 17, 2008 |
Skip Spratt KALI Review added
"...Over the years I have played on Dukoff’s, modified Links and an original hand-made Guardala MBI exclusively for 14 years. Following the 14 years on the Guardala MBI, I felt the need for change. That is when Theo customized a new, NY Link for me. That Link gave me more fullness of sound, yet with better control and than the original MBI. This KALI allows me to recapture some of what I had in that original Guardala, while it maintains the bonuses associated with the large chamber. Now I just have to get a KALI to keep!"
Skip Spratt full KALI review here (pdf)
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July 15, 2008 |
Tim Price, endorsement added.
"The KALI is the most extraordinary metal mouthpiece I have ever played. The KALI creates a grace and freedom that is just perfect. The pitch is super even on varied horns and it does NOT exasperate your chops at all like other metals.
The PARVATI is deep, full, and huge. It's got a vibe I'm loving. Man is it strong. Killin'...no question.
Theo has created new metal mouthpieces that are totally profound! The originality of these new pieces, such as the KALI and PARVATI, shows Theo's culminating work in his distinguished career. BOTH are beyond my dreams. He truly is one of today's innovators! I urge you to check out these savvy new mouthpieces by Theo, and be ready to embark on a prolific and creative journey.”
Tim Price's Endorsement Page
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July 15, 2008 |
KALI sound clips added
- Jan Garbarek: Jan playing a free improvisation. KALI Gold 6*.
- Skip Spratt The Worm: Skip playing The Worm. KALI Gold 7*.
- Skip Spratt At Last: Skip playing At Last. KALI Gold 7*.
- Anibal Rojas C- Rojas Jam: Anibal playing C- Rojas Jam. KALI Gold 7*.
KALI sound clips
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May 27, 2008 |
Serial #2 PARVATI Wood donated to Youth On Purpose EBay Auction.
100% of the sale of our new, serial #2, PARVATI Wood mouthpiece will go to the charity Youth on Purpose. We have donated the first serial number available to the public of our newest and just released Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece to help support the excellent work of Youth on Purpose
Youth on Purpose teaches techniques and tools to youth which enable them to discover their true passion and purpose in life and create a path to incorporate this passion into everything they do. They also help foster healthy, loving relationships with their families, friends, colleagues, teachers, and their communities as well as help them engage in deep, full, and fearless communication.
Youth On Purpose, USA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves youth between ages 16 and 24, hosting a 10-day youth camp in the summer and an ongoing year-long support program
This charity-donoted ebay item will go up for bid on June 1st at:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Theo-Wannes-New-PARVATI-WOOD-Tenor-Sax-Mouthpiece.
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May 15, 2008 |
Jan Garbarek, endorsement added.
"”Thanks, Theo! You keep making choosing a mouthpiece difficult for me! I´ve been playing and thoroughly enjoying the AMMA for about half a year. Now the KALI, another superb player, is also coming with me on future concerts! They both sound and feel great and are potential first choices.
This seems to be what one may call a luxury problem: If you´re a coach, and you happen to have the two best quarter backs in the league in your team, it´s difficult to chose who´ll play, but you know you´ll win either way...Congratulations!!
Jan Garbarek's Endorsement Page
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May 14, 2008 |
We are very excited to release the PARVATI tenor mouthpiece.
PARVATI, in Hindu Lore, is the sweet, loving, and beautiful aspect of the Divine Mother AMMA. We built the PARVATI mouthpiece to exemplify these traits! We are honored to dedicate this mouthpiece to her!
Utilizing old world design, Theo’s mastery of modern mouthpiece design, and Wanne, Inc’s innovative Manufacturing Process Patent, the PARVATI brings the vintage sound up to date. It is richer, warmer, fatter, and more beautiful than even the great
classics of yesteryear and made to exacting standards never before possible with a True Large Chamber mouthpiece.
The PARVATI has a low baffle similar to a vintage Otto Link tenor saxophone mouthpiece. It is big and deep to create a rich resonating response. If you like the Florida and New York Otto Links you will Love the PARVATI!
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April 7, 2008 |
The first Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces E-Newsletter is released.
Our April Newsletter hopes to cover an array of interests, covering such topics as mouthpiece baffles, saxophone cases, Theo's travels as well as Theo latest and greatest from his shop.
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Apr 4, 2008 |
"An Evening with the Wanne Bros" at Massullo Music on April 16th.
Come and share and evening with Theo and Tom Wanne at Massullo Music in Vancouver, B.C., Canada:
- Sample tha AMMA and our new models tha KALI and PARVATI
- View our other premium products and accessories
- Speak first hand about design, manufacturing and all things mouthpieces
- Meet Sandro Massullo at his wonderful shop
- Make an evening out of it in beautfiul downtown Vancouver and its vast array of restaurants
Event runs from 6:30pm - 9:00pm on Wednesday, April 16th, 2008. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Mar 22, 2008 |
Kendall Thomsen, recording engineer, endorsement added.
“As a recording engineer I always take the time to ensure I am capturing the best sound I can from an artist. Your AMMA mouthpiece shines in the studio. Jeff Rupert and I had the opportunity to sample a variety of mouthpiece and horn combinations and the best combination included your AMMA mouthpiece. Thanks for a great product as it makes my job much easier, the quality of sound is consistent through the full range of the instrument.”
Kendall S. Thompsen's Endorsement Page
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Mar 7, 2008 |
We are very excited to release the KALI tenor mouthpiece.
KALI, in Hindu Lore, is the wrathful manifestation of the Divine Mother AMMA. KALI’s job is to destroy the old so the new may arrise fresh. The KALI
mouthpiece harnesses this power and strength breaking all the old ideas of what is
possible with a saxophone mouthpiece! We dedicate this mouthpiece to her!
Utilizing a patented baffle and chamber along with three other innovative Design Patents
and one Manufacturing Process Patent, the KALI is a truly unique mouthpiece. It boasts
tons of power and projection, along with a full and fat sound, and ease of playing. Never
before has such a powerful, full, and rich sounding mouthpiece existed. It really needs to
be experienced!
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Mar 1, 2008 |
We are proud to announce that the legendary Wolfe Taninbaum is now available to do custom refacing.
Wolfe Taninbaum, the designer of the original Bari reeds and mouthpieces was a musician who played under the stage name of Wolfe Tayne for such famous orchestras as Les Brown, Benny Goodman and Jimmy Dorsey. He also sat in with the CBS and NBC orchestras. In 1952 he developed his first synthetic reed. Wolfe's innovations didn't stop there. He also helped create a unique facing for alto and tenor mouthpieces that Otto Link applied to his larger chamber blanks, calling it the "WT."
You can now work one on one with the legendary Wolfe to get your mouthpieces custom faced at his home in Florida. He is also accepting mail-ins.
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Feb 20, 2008 |
Jeff Coffin (of Béla Fleck and the Flecktones) AMMA sound clip added
Jeff Coffin playing Body and Soul. Jeff plays solo-tenor saxophone on the classic ballad Body and Soul. He is playing a Vintified AMMA 7* (the mouthpiece, ligature, and pressure plate are all Vintified). He is using a Vandoren #3 ZZ Reed and a Yamaha Z tenor saxophone.
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Jan 6, 2008 |
New Tip Opening Gauges added to store
Our Digital and Dial Gauges are super easy to read and use. They are the ultimate measuring devices. A Tip Gauge measures the tip opening (distance between the reed and the tip rail of the mouthpiece) for all woodwind mouthpieces. The gauge body is made from gold anodized solid billet aluminum milled flat for accuracy.
The Digital Tip Gauge comes standard with a ball-bearing tip. Add our Accurate-Tip for even greater accuracy and visibility of the tip rail while measuring
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Jan 5, 2008 |
New AMMA customization Pressure Plates added to store
Musicians can now create an incredible new sound utilizing our new line of Pressure Plates. The variations in your tone will astound and delight you! Customize your AMMA mouthpiece with a variety of pressure plates: Titanium, Solid Silver, Polished Stainless Steel, Vintified, Gold Plated, and Heavy Polished Brass
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Jan 1, 2008 |
Chris Potter (featured in Jan 2008 DOWNBEAT) AMMA sound clip added
Chris Potter playing Four. Chris plays solo-tenor saxophone on the classic Miles Davis tune Four. He is playing on a Gold AMMA 7*.
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Dec 3, 2007 |
RAC AMMA Mouthpiece Review added
RAC AMMA Mouthpiece Review: "...The workmanship of the mouthpieces was flawless. Each one of the 8's measured exactly the same using a digital micrometer and dial indicator. Theo congratulations on developing a masterpiece. I know that as players spend more time with them they will become increasingly aware of how good they really are.".
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Aug 31, 2007 |
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June 21, 2007 |
Theo Wanne AMMA Mouthpiece and Accessories Available For Purchase
Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces officially launches their online storefront today. The AMMA brings the craftsmanship of the past together with modern technology to create the ultimate medium baffle, 'true' large chamber, mouthpiece. The AMMA is available in a variety of different tip openings and costs $640 for the silver and $675 for the gold finish.
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June 7, 2007 |
Theo Wanne Launches New Website
Today Wanne, Inc. launched the new Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces Website. The introduction of theowanne.com, represents the debut of Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces to the saxophone world and the introduction of the much anticipated AMMA mouthpiece as well as other Theo Wanne saxophone accessories. In addition, the website features extensive resource sections dedicated to saxophone mouthpieces, Theo Wanne's personal blog, and a web forum dedicated to the discussion of mouthpieces.
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