This diagram shows the Relative sizes and shapes of fifteen B-flat interchangeable leadpipes.
This diagram shows the Relative sizes and shapes of fifteen B-flat interchangeable leadpipes.
#10 SERIES
14/16 Larger Pipes, available for players who have chosen smaller instruments, have small mouthpieces, require a darker sound or have a lot of stamina!
10/12 The most popular lead/jazz pipes.
#30 SERIES
38 A large pipe, available for players who have chosen smaller instruments, have small mouthpieces, require a darker sound or have a lot of stamina!
36 Slightly larger than the 34, this has become a popular pipe for principal players.
34 One of the most popular symphonic/classical pipes.
32 A smaller pipe, chosen by players who require a lighter sound with ease of playing.
#60 SERIES
70 A large pipe, available for players who have chosen smaller instruments, have small mouthpieces require a darker sound or have a lot of stamina!
66/68 These two pipes have similarities to the average Bach. Often used as an additional pipe with a 34/36. Good for small ensemble work. Also played by some studio musicians using the .460 bored instrument.
64 A small pipe, used with a large belled instrument, will make a pronounced horn shape. Suitable for jazz.
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