Before proceeding, be aware that inside the mouthpiece is a thin metal lever, one end of which normally rides on the reed. You can see this end through the mouthpiece tip opening. The lever extends back through a rubber shield to the actual lip pressure sensor. This metal lever is all too easily damaged when the mouthpiece is off- so proceed with extreme caution.

Here are some of the main differences between Jazz and Classical mouthpieces. These are simplifications and generalities just for comparison purposes.

The Yamaha WX7, WX11, and WX5 are the "professional" Yamaha-level wind controller instruments. Yamaha also made the EW-20 WindJamm'r system which was aimed more toward beginners. The WX Series are based on the saxophone, although they look somewhat sleeker and more high tech. The basic sensor inputs on the WX instruments are a breath pressure sensor, pitchbend (bite) sensor, and the keys. The WX5 and WX7 also have an additional pitchbend sensor controllable by the right hand thumb.

Answer: Yes, all adults can use SnoreMate since it will take the precise shape of your mouth, big or small.

Answer: In a small percentage of persons, the mouthpiece is uncomfortable to use, owing to various physical factors relating to the individual. If you happen to fall into the category, don't worry just return by post the SnoreMate mouthpiece to the SnoreMate postal address along with your details and a full refund of the purchase will be refunded to you, excluding the postage cost. (Within the 30 day warranty period.

Jody Espina Has been a Jazz Educator and Professional Musician all of his working life. He is passionate about producing only mouthpieces that perform perfectly, for students, professionals and amateurs. That means play testing every piece before it leaves the shop and being willing to reject any mouthpiece until it meets his quality standards.

That's difficult to say since we have so many different models. The simple answer is that they all play great.

Regarding plating: Plating is not only cosmetic but it protects you from the very slight chance of brass poisoning. Our metal JodyJazz mouthpieces are made from a solid bar of brass. Then there are three layers of plating starting with Copper then Silver or Nickel and then the Gold. We use heavy Gold in 24kts. Over the long run the top layer of Gold can start to wear off. You are still protected from brass poisoning by the other two layers, which will not wear off.

The outside shape of a mouthpiece is more important than most people think. Hard rubber mouthpieces open up the mouth more than a metal mouthpiece. This accounts for part of the sound difference between hard rubber mouthpieces and metal mouthpieces. A duckbill beak has a different feel from a standard beak. Our JodyJazz Classics have an outside shape more similar to metal mouthpieces than to hard rubber mouthpieces.

Please just add any question you can think of to the list below. Entries marked with an asterisk (*) relate to bugs that have been solved in the current version of PAR or PAR::Packer.

Answer: This varies from 1 case to another, however in my case I slept through the night, after just two nights. On average it would appear that most people feel comfortable enough to sleep throughout the night after approximately four nights.

There are pro's and con's to having a hole in the mouthpiece. The pro is obviously you can breathe, although not well through the small hole but the cons are a whistling noise as the air passes through the hole. The hole also creates a small directional jet of air and the back of the throat becomes very dry.

Answer: At first you might experience some minor discomfort at the mandibular joint, this should reduce as the jaw gets more accustomed to settling into the more forward position. You might also have some discomfort with your teeth, since that obviously take some of the pressure in keeping your jaw forward. In time too, this discomfort will diminish.

Send it back for a full refund minus the shipping charge. It's impossible to design a mouthpiece that works for everybody. We know that, so we expect some returns. We hope by giving you the best, most friendly customer service, that even if our mouthpiece is not for you, you'll still recommend us to your friends as a great company to do business with.

I believe the best mouthpieces for beginners and intermediate are Yamaha (standard) or Vandoren. Once you get to know a bit more about your set-up however it might be worth trying some vintage mouthpieces, especially if you use a vintage saxophone. The old (pre 1975) Otto Links for tenor, Selmer Soloist and New York Meyers for alto are much better than the modern ones IMO.

Place your bees wax in a cup of hot water (not boiling water) boiling water will make the wax melt, we only want it to become soft. Once it is soft enough to mould you can roll it into a long cylindrical shape, just like a small snake. Starting at one end of the "snake" press it onto the end of the didgeridoo. Continue pressing it all the way around the top of the didgeridoo. While it is still soft, mould it into a size & shape that is comfortable on your mouth.

There is no set time limit for a mouthpiece. It all depends on how much you use the didjeridu, how you store it & how dirty or damaged it gets.

Absolutely! Just remove the mouthpiece and clean it with regular dishsoap and warm water or with rubbing alcohol. Alternatively you can run it through the dishwasher in the cutlery basket. The Vappy Packer is a good tool for removing any buildup on the inside of the mouthpiece. ^top

The valve has a very strong memory and when new, the slit may not readily appear. If after squeezing a few times on the flat ends, it still does not appear, DO NOT CUT. First, hold the mouthpiece where the oval ends are horizontal. Apply slight pressure with a non-sharp object, like a paper clip, vertically. This should open the mouthpiece. NEVER USE SHARP INSTRUMENTS on the Bite ValveTM. It is a precision part with extremely tight tolerances. I threw the little cap on the end of the tube away.

Maybe. A new mouthpiece requires a new reed because your old reed has conformed to the old mouthpiece. Also a different tip opening, baffle and chamber might require a different brand or strength of reed. It is very important to keep an open mind about reeds when trying a new mouthpiece.

Similar to a sports mouthpiece used by athletes, the CPAP PRO® is customized to your exact dental configuration in just minutes right at home. Once formed the CPAP PRO® will comfortably snap on to your upper teeth and stay in place throughout sleep. Since the upper teeth always stay in perfect relationship with the nose, you can sleep in any position and all the nasal components stay in place eliminating the leaks, the skin irritation and sleepless nights!

In most cases, hair growth is minimal during the first week or two and noticeably increases in the third and fourth week. With regular waxing the length of time between treatments will increase. Continued waxing results in sparse hair regrowth. Accordingly, the result can last 3 to 6 weeks depending on the individual's hair regrowth rate. Heat stimulates hair growth, therefore hair grows quicker in the summer than in the winter.

The current Yamaha model wind controller is the WX5. The current Akai wind controller model is the EWI4000s. The Akai EWI3000, EWI3020, and Yamaha WX11, WX7, and WindJamm'r have all been discontinued. All of the commercially made controllers are incredibly expressive when all the parts of the system are in place and properly set up.

No, once you prepare your Boil 'n Bite mouthpiece , it will comfortably snap on to your upper teeth and stay in place without the need to bite down on it. With just a little downward pressure, you can easily remove the mouthpiece from your upper teeth.

Patients with serious dental problems should consult with their dentist before utilizing CPAP PRO® . Since CPAP PRO® snaps on to the patient's upper teeth, in certain cases it can be used with removable dentures f you can leave your upper dentures in place during sleep.

The Isolite mouthpiece is the heart of the system. It delivers superior illumination, superior isolation and superior aspiration.

Easy-to-insert and comfortable for the patient, the Isolite mouthpiece can be inserted in only a few seconds and removed even more quickly. We suggest that you practice your mouthpiece insertion technique before trying it on patients. Guides for mouthpiece insertion are included in your Isolite Guide Manual and are also available online.

No. When sized correctly, patients experience increased comfort. It gives them a place to rest their jaw and they no longer worry about their tongue or cheek being injured. They relax.

Yes. The Isolite mouthpiece is available in four patient-pleasing sizes: Adult Small, Adult Medium, Adult Large, and Pediatric. All mouthpieces are manufactured of soft flexible Isoflex?, a non-latex thermoplastic elastomer.