In this episode we had the incredible honor of hosting Ted Klum himself alongside product manager Michael Howe from Ted Klum Mouthpieces!
Those who play them, know.
That’s been the motto for Ted Klum’s company for a long time and with good reason.
Ted Klum Mouthpieces is the manufacturer of the world’s finest handcrafted mouthpieces for alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones.
When it comes to saxophone mouthpieces, Ted Klum sets the standard for extraordinary performance and impeccable playability. From the beginning, these qualities have been at the heart of every design he creates.
Renowned around the globe, Ted has earned a reputation for crafting some of the finest hand-finished mouthpieces available today. Each piece is more than just gear—it’s a work of art, meticulously shaped and refined by the hands of a true artisan.
As a saxophonist himself, Ted brings a deep understanding of tone and nuance to every model. Each mouthpiece begins with a clear tonal vision and is brought to life through a precise, uncompromising process that ensures perfection in both sound and feel.
Watch the full episode here:
Here’s a guided timestamp to check out the highlights of the episode —perfect if you want to jump straight to the parts that resonate most with you.
➡️ 00:00 – How Ted Klum started his company
➡️ 07:30 – Focus Tone Model
➡️ 09:23 – Mixing (old school style)
➡️ 20:50 – Great mouthpieces vs good mouthpieces
➡️ 26:50 – Michael Howe’s journey in finding the right mouthpiece
➡️ 28:43 – How Ted grew musically
➡️ 31:30 – How to line up the reed properly
➡️ 34:38 – Ted Klum’s specific recipe for tip rails
➡️ 38:42 – Ted’s mouthpiece testing tips – these are Gold 💰
➡️ 46:12 – What’s different and special with their mouthpieces
➡️ 57:08 – Model played by Michael Howe
➡️ 01:08:45 – Marbled mouthpieces
➡️ 01:27:44:08 – Tips on how to choose the right mouthpiece for you
➡️ 01:29:19 – Ligature recommendation
Ted Klum & Michael Howe’s Links:
- Ted Klum Saxophone Mouthpieces’ Website: https://tedklum.com/
- Ted Klum Saxophone Mouthpieces’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedklummpc
- Ted Klum Saxophone Mouthpieces’ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tedklummpc
- Michael Howe’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowhathowe/
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