Morgan Jazz Indiana Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece
Morgan Jazz Indiana Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece
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The Morgan Jazz Indiana Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece was inspired by the early Babbitt-made Otto Link mouthpieces produced in Indiana shortly after Babbitt acquired Otto Link. Designed around the tonal character of those sought-after vintage mouthpieces, the Morgan Indiana combines a large, open round chamber with a flat “clam shell” style baffle.
The result is a warm, rich tenor sound with a strong core, while the baffle adds the power, edge and projection needed for contemporary playing. The Indiana responds freely throughout the range with a strong upper register and easy altissimo response.
Like most of our handcrafted Morgan models, the Indiana is made from Morgan’s proprietary hard rubber formulation. The facing curve, rails, chamber and baffle are individually shaped and finished by hand using traditional mouthpiece-making techniques.
Features
- Warm, rich sound with a strong tonal core
- Large, open round chamber
- Flat “clam shell” style baffle for added power and edge
- Strong projection without sacrificing tonal depth
- Quick, responsive feel throughout the range
- Easy upper-register and altissimo response
- Made from Morgan’s proprietary hard rubber formulation
- Facing curve, rails, chamber and baffle individually shaped and finished by hand
- Rovner ligature and cap included
- Made in the USA
Choosing a Size
The Morgan Jazz Tenor Indiana is available in tip openings from .085" to .115", offering a range of choices for resistance, flexibility and reed setup.
Most Popular: 7 (.095") — Our best-selling Jazz Tenor Indiana size and an excellent starting point for players looking for a balance of response, flexibility, projection and tonal depth.
If you're unsure which size to choose, the 7 (.095") is our most popular choice and a great place to start.
Jazz Indiana or Excalibur Indiana?
Both models are inspired by early Babbitt-era Otto Link mouthpieces made in Indiana, but they offer different playing experiences.
The Jazz Tenor Indiana uses Morgan’s traditional, wider hard-rubber body for players who prefer the feel of a classic tenor jazz mouthpiece. Its large round chamber and flat, clam-shell style baffle produce a dark, rich and centered tone with plenty of power and edge when needed.
The Excalibur Tenor Indiana uses Morgan’s slender, streamlined Excalibur body, similar in size and embouchure feel to a metal mouthpiece. It retains the large-chamber Indiana concept while offering a more compact feel and a bit more focus and brilliance.
If you prefer a traditional hard-rubber body and fuller mouthpiece feel, choose the Jazz Indiana. If you prefer a slimmer, metal-like body with additional focus and edge, consider the Excalibur Indiana.
Explore the Morgan Excalibur Tenor Indiana Model →
Handcrafted the Morgan Way
Ralph Morgan founded Morgan Mouthpieces with the goal of preserving the art and science of the traditionally handcrafted mouthpiece. The materials, tools and techniques used in our handcrafted models reflect the mouthpiece-making traditions of the great vintage mouthpieces that inspired Ralph.
The Jazz Indiana begins with Morgan’s proprietary hard rubber formulation, molded and cured to our specifications. The facing, rails, chamber and baffle are then individually shaped and finished by hand using traditional tools rather than CNC machining.
This hands-on approach has been central to Morgan Mouthpieces from the beginning and remains an important part of how our handcrafted mouthpieces are made today.
Try It Risk-Free
Free USA shipping! Try your Morgan Jazz Tenor Indiana mouthpiece for 10 days. Shipping time does not count toward the trial period. If it isn't right for you, simply return it for a refund, less a $20 restocking fee for U.S. customers or $25 for international customers.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Morgan mouthpiece products are not available in retail stores. Because we deal directly with you, we can afford to keep our prices lower and customer service high. No one knows and understands our mouthpieces like we do.
We offer a 10-day trial that starts the day you receive your shipment. So, you can play the mouthpieces without distraction in your preferred setting.
Purchase up to 3 mouthpieces in different models or sizes for side-by-side trial. Keep what you love and if you are not satisfied, return for a refund the mouthpiece(s) in the original packaging in new clean unmarked condition.
- We ship free in the USA on orders over $200! International orders ship Fedex Economy for $45.
- Use a tooth patch on each mouthpiece to prevent bite marks/scratches. Kindly remove tooth patches prior to returning mouthpieces.
- For returns, use a ship service of your choice such as US Postal Service or UPS. (We do not provide return shipping labels)
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Restock Fees
- If you purchase 1 mouthpiece and return it, there is a $20 restock fee if the item is valued under $499.00. Purchases valued over $500.00 are subject to a restock fee of $25.
- If you purchase up to 3 mouthpieces, keep at least 1 and return the others, there is a flat $25 restock fee for USA customers.
- If you purchase multiple and return all for refund, a restock fee of $20 may apply to each mouthpiece, depending on condition upon return. This applies to both USA and International orders. Kindly remove tooth patches prior to returning the
Exchanges
- If you purchase a mouthpiece but need to exchange it for a different model or size, please contact us by email with your order info to discuss options. There is an $8.00 charge to cover the return shipping cost on exchanges.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Clean with 3:1 water/vinegar ratio and buff with soft cloth. Do not immerse mouthpieces containing cork. Use spray bottle with solution, avoiding cork area and dry and buff with soft cotton cloth.
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Free USA Shipping on orders $200+.
We offer free standard USPS shipping on orders over $200. We use Fedex on International orders for a shipping fee of $45. We limit the number of mouthpieces per order to 3 (since they are handmade).
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Hassle-Free Exchanges
We know if can be difficult getting the right mouthpiece on the first try. We're happy to exchange models/sizes to suit your needs. For USA customers, an $8.00 return shipping charge applies when we exchange to a new item. For International customers, the return shipping charge for an exchange is $45.00. Other charges may apply based on price variances in the mouthpiece(s) being exchanged. A waiting period may apply depending on availability of exchanged model.
These are excellent mouthpieces with great variety to match various play styles. I had trouble getting in touch with anyone with questions during the trial, but other than that the process was very smooth.
This piece gave a strong medium-bright tone and a wide dynamic range, but was a bit more resistant than I prefer. To me, it was similar to an Otto Link.