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If you aren’t sure what tip opening you play, we recommend you order a 5 for alto, a 6* for tenor and a 6 for baritone. This will be the easiest to play and ideal for anyone stepping up to their first jazz mouthpiece. All available tip openings offer the same sound quality and consistency. Watch my video above if you want to learn more about tip openings.
This will depend on demand. Send us a message if you would like to request a larger tip opening.
The BURNIN’ mouthpiece makes for an excellent mouthpiece upgrade for anyone who has been playing the saxophone for a while and is looking to get a top quality mouthpiece that is perfectly suitable for advanced beginners up to professional players. We recommend most anyone stepping up to their first jazz mouthpiece select the 5 tip opening. Our best recommendation for a high quality yet low cost beginner mouthpiece is the BetterSax Classic.
Soprano
5* = .055
6* = .065
7* = .075
Alto
5 = .072
6 = .078
7 = .083
Tenor
6* = .095
7* = .105
8* = .115
Baritone
6 = .100
7 = .110
8 = .120
Soprano
Ligatures that fit standard Meyer, Vandoren, JodyJazz and equivalent hard rubber mouthpieces will fit the Burnin’.
Alto and Tenor
The BetterSax Burnin’ Ligature, ligatures that fit standard Meyer, Vandoren, JodyJazz and equivalent hard rubber mouthpieces will fit the Burnin’.
Baritone
The BetterSax Burnin’ Tenor Ligature, standard ligatures for HR tenor, , D’addario H ligature for HR tenor, Rovner & Rovner Versa X for HR tenor, Francois Louis for HR tenor, BG Duo for HR tenor, Silverstein for HR tenor, JodyJazz Power Ring HRT1, Boston Sax Shop Superlative ligature for HR tenor, Yanagisawa Sixs & Yany ligatures for HR tenor, Ishimori ligatures for HR tenor.
* the Vandoren M|O hard rubber tenor ligature is not a great fit for the Burnin’ baritone mouthpiece due to its fitted saddle.
Eric –
Ordered and received mouthpiece promptly. Even to Alaska. Thanks for a great mouthpiece. Great sound and versatile from loud and punchy to soft subtones. Playing this on a Yanagisawa T901 and plays full range nicely. Top quality product and you will not be disappointed. Thanks Jay for your dedication to the art of playing the sax with great products and inspiration!
Kyle R. –
This piece just joined my permanent collection. These are a serious top-contender among all the mouthpieces on the market, and are absolutely true to their name. BURNIN! It is a brilliant piece; perfectly cutting and edgy when you want it to be, super centered throughout all registers, sweet in the palm keys, and overall effortless to play. Jay and Jody did something really special with these pieces. You’re gonna want one of these in your collection!
Bob –
I was so happy with my alto sax “Burnin” mouthpiece that I couldn’t wait for the tenor version to be released. But, before the release of the tenor “Burnin” mouthpieces (and after Jay Metcalf had tested the prototypes of them), I contacted Jay to tell him what problems I felt I needed to overcome with regard to my present mouthpieces, what I was hoping the “Burnin” would provide (the ability to go from loud and ballsy to soft and mellow over the entire range of the instrument) and what mouthpiece/tip opening I was using most. Then, I asked him for a recommendation, with regard to the “Burnin” facing he thought might be best. And … Bingo! He hit the nail on the head! What a mouthpiece! With it, I “phwoosh out” a low, mellow B-flats (or any other note), yet I can almost blow the doors off the entire range of my Mark VI, if that’s what I need. Congratulations, Jay and Jody! You have my highest recommendation!
Jim C. –
Sent this to my brother as a gift. He has switched over to rubber pieces now. He really likes this one.
Bill L. –
This is my second Burnin’ mouthpiece. I got one of the early Burnin’ alto mouthpieces (7), and now play it for all my indoor and outdoor gigs. I couldn’t wait for Jay and Jody to come out with a tenor version. I ordered my tenor 7* Burnin’ mouthpiece a few weeks ago and am just blown away. It’s the most versatile mouthpiece I’ve ever played on tenor. A nice traditional tone and volume for indoors, and I can also play brighter and funkier when I need it. These guys are killing it! Feels like the Burnin’ pieces will be the vintage mouthpieces of the future. Ideal combination of modern CAD/CAM technology, from artisans that also know how to play!!
Charles V. –
This mouthpiece is awesome. It has great projection and is amazingly free blowing.
Jay Metcalf from Bettersax did a great job developing this mouthpiece with Jody Espina from Jody-Jazz
I also have JJ HR* # 6, but I prefer the Burnin from Bettersax.
I would recommend this to anyone that plays the Sax
CARL M. –
Jay Metcalf’s new burnin tenor mouthpice is truly BURNIN! I searched for about a year and a half for the right tenor mouthpiece and this is the one for me.
A 6* Bettersax Burnin Mouthpiece with a 1 and a 1/2 Legere studio cut reed is my set up on my YTS- 62 Yamaha Tenor saxophone.
I am not a professional, i have only been playing for a year and a half but i do know great quality and sound when i find it.
Thanks Sweetwater for selling Jay’s Bettersax Burnin Mouthpiece’s.
And a Great big Thank You to Jay Metcalf for creating your unique brand of saxophone mouthpiece’s.
McCarter R. –
I tell you the truth these burning bettersax mouthpieces are all they are pumped up to be they give you that phat sound we heard back in the 60s and 70s Sanborn, Crawford, Cannonball to name a few thanks Jay and Jodi
Richard H. –
SO FAR…I LOVE IT!
Will play it on gig this weekend will let you know how responds – practice is fun!
let me know if they make a soprano mouthpiece
Robert F. –
I like the 6*. I had to adjust to softer reeds. I did a 7* first and it was like trying to blow up a car tire with the sax. So the 6* worked better from me when I some softer reeds. I am an intermediate player. The sound is brighter than my regular Jody Jazz 5* and it is my preferred mouthpiece for playing upbeat slections.
Nathan T. –
This piece can do it all . Very lush sweet tone at low volumes . Nice buzz and sweet tone at medium volume and almost limitless power with an edge when pushed. While still retaining a quality tone . A true hybrid between metal and rubber.
Joe G. –
I recently purchased a Burnin’Tenor Sax 7* mouthpiece. I currently use a Ted Klum 7* New London and needed something with around the same tip opening and general feel that I could use when I need to play in situations that call for a quieter sound. I like the Burnin’ 7* because I can play softer, but it will also allow me to play out if need be. This mouthpiece plays well in every register with both low notes and altissimo coming out with relative ease. It feels very similar to my Ted Klum mouthpiece. In most situations I prefer the sound of a metal mouthpiece, but I’m definitely keeping my BetterSax Burnin’ Tenor mouthpiece for situations like small combo jazz or standards gigs that require a quieter, more controlled sound. It’s a pretty well rounded mouthpiece that I could probably play in most situations. I may try it on some of my pop and rock gigs to see how it cuts. I think it would be fine with a little adjusting on my part.
Thomas H. –
Purchased the Better Sax tenor 7* mouthpiece. Was a bit wary purchasing one online without blowing on one first, but mouthpiece is incredible! Wonderful sound. Am very pleased. This is now my “go to” mouthpiece for all jazz playing. Had prior mouthpiece for 20 years, but dropped and cracked it. Was using a metal mouthpiece prior to this purchase, but sound was too bright.
Bill C. –
ay I just wanted to reach out and say THANK YOU!! I recently received the Burnin’ Sax Bari mpc. I play a 1960 Conn 12m Using a Silverstein Lig and a Fibracell #3 reed..WOW!! I can get a tonal range from Gerry Mulligan to Ronnie Cuber!! This piece is so amazing, I ordered one for Alto and Tenor. I tested my Burnin’ Sax Mpc on my 1927 Conn Alto, and was almost brought to tears. I have been searching for years to find a piece that works perfectly with my alto. The search is over!! Can’t wait to test the tenor piece tonight on my 1937 Conn 10m.
Scott D. –
Nice to have a mouthpiece finally that can really purr, and yet scream when needed. And, the piece responds nicely in the altissimo register.
German P. Murashov –
Works
Ken P. –
I never knew a mouthpiece could make such a difference. I love the sound coming from my Burnin’ 6. So much richer and fuller. Does not even sound like the same Tenor Sax. Thanks, Jay, and Sweetwater.
James B. –
mouthpiece is very good quality with great hand finishing Very easy to play and has great bottom It was just too edgy in the middle and upper register for me All and all a great piece.
George Bradley –
I’m not impressed with the performance so far after trying differently combination of reeds and ligatures, however I will keep trying.
STEVE –
I have been playing on this for about a month and found a combination of lig/reed (Platner Rovner/Marca 3) that make my Yani Tw01 sing. Originally purchased as a brighter choice for me playing in our band. It plays with focus and some brightness for me. Up and down the horn it is strong and allows me to capture my sound. Ballads, straight-ahead and some funky stuff are no issue. A fun piece to play and at the price point is a great value compared to some that are double in price in hard rubber.
I play a modern horn and a 1938 Martin, neither horn complains. Thanks JM and JJ
Bob S. –
I’ve owned more vintage mouthpieces than I can count for tenor and this mouthpiece will compete with and beat many of the best. Like most reviews the piece is very free blowing with plenty of edge when pushed. No compromise anywhere across the range of the instrument. Do not think the larger tip openings are required for a big sound. The piece will take all the air you can give. Using a size smaller than you’re used to may be good to try.
Mary l. –
Works great. Not too big for me.
Irving Lachow –
Love this mouthpiece. It’s like a better version of the Jody Jazz HR*. Give it a try!
Peter –
Oh my Jay Metcalf recommended this Mouthpiece and I feel like my tone and flexibility increased from 2 up to a 10! Granted it took me a few weeks to fully adjust to the larger tip opening. My consistency in the lower notes as well as the palm keys and altissimo is soooo much easier with this mouthpice. Thanks Jay… Peter
Cesar S. –
This mouthpiece represents a high return on investment. The cost-performance is amazing, and I can’t stop playing my horn with it. It’s free-blowing and works best with cane reeds, preferably Rigotti, but it also plays nicely with Vandoren reeds.
James E. –
I have been playing on the same Dukoff D10 for 25 years. The Burnin’ 8* is the first mouthpiece I’ve used that really gives me the power that I’ve come to love about my Dukoff. I have found my new daily driver! The Better Sax Burnin mouthpiece is so flexible. Intonation is rock solid with it. The altissimo pops! I was amazed at how quickly I was able to get used to it! It usually takes me 2 weeks to really feel comfortable with a new piece, but this was less than 1! Lastly, you can’t beat that price. I can’t believe it’s hand finished! I would definitely recommend one!
Venice –
Great investment in my music. Loving it! Thank you Jay and Sweetwater.
Edward Thomas –
Oh yeah! This mouthpiece is a must have. Great sound and I’m enjoying my practice sessions. I’ve purchased other mouthpieces however for me this is the one. Not a bad price either. I’m glad I purchased this.
Michael –
Best mouthpiece I’ve ever owned and I’ve tried many in the 50+ years I’ve played. It brings out new lush sounds that I’ve yearned for. Easy blowing with great control. My go to mouthpiece had always been a Bobby Dukoff until now. The Dukoff is great if you need loud and bright but this burnin’ mouthpiece is that and more. It can be bright, it can be dark, it can be moody, it can be anything you imagine as you play. Highly recommended. I only wish that it came with a ligature.
BK –
Loved the free response and sound right away, had to try a few reed brands to see what worked best and I am happy for the purchase.
Edward P. –
I loved that right out of the box the ease of playing all the way through the range of the sax. Whether low notes or altissimo, I had the whole command of the range with no effort. I also loved the pocket of the tonal center that I found right away and look forward to trying different reed makers to see which enhances it the best.
T.N. –
This mouthpiece plays like a dream! Plenty of projection and complexity. Quality and finish are excellent!