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Experience unlimited power! Theo's most energetic mouthpiece just got an upgrade... By building on the success of previous models, the Theo Wanne Shiva 3 tenor sax mouthpiece 9 is the must-have mouthpiece of Rock n' Roll and R&B musicians.
Crafted from quality brass and then plated in 24K gold, the Shiva 3 mouthpiece is sure to be the jewel of your saxophone. The addition of the proprietary "Shark Gill" chamber will enhance projection while adding a hint of edge to your tone.
Reminescent of vintage Selmer Soloist mouthpieces, the Shiva 3 boasts a small chamber. And when combined with the uniquely shaped long step baffle, the Shiva 3 produces a sensational tone which is almost flirtatious by nature. Looking for a mouthpiece that can shatter glass and knock down walls? Then the Shiva 3 is for you.
Product Ref: 149394
Similar to all other Theo Wanne mouthpiece, the Shiva 3 tenor sax mouthpiece is manufactured using advanced machining techniques to ensure every mouthpiece is exactly the same. The small proprietary 'Shark Gill' chamber is the same size as the bore producing a core sound with plenty of power. Like other professional mouthpieces, the Shiva 3 is crafted from high-quality brass to ensure the best possible quality. Once the Shiva 3 has been finished, it is professionally plated with 24K gold with a reticulated finish to enhance airflow. The logo has special highlights for a truly luxurious finish.
The Theo Wanne Shiva 3 tenor mouthpiece is a professional mouthpiece for saxophonists that require a powerful sound. The tip found on the Shiva 3 metal 9 mouthpiece requires more air compared to the 7* model but can produce a wider tone. This amount of resistance is essential for producing the large sound required for a rock & roll tone. The tip holds good intonation and only requires a small amount of effort to bend notes when required
The Theo Wanne Shiva 3 tenor saxophone mouthpiece includes everything you need to look after the mouthpiece. The included beautiful leatherette case will ensure that the mouthpiece is always protected when travelling. The integrated two-point contact 24K gold plated Liberty Ligature makes sure the reed is always held securely. The Shiva 3 also includes a reed replacer cap and user replaceable bite pads. Every Theo Wanne mouthpiece is supplied with a unique serial number.
Theo Wanne is a modern expert on new and vintage woodwind mouthpiece design. Theo became a saxophone repair technician over 20 years ago under the direction of master refacer Bob Carpenter - a pioneer of mouthpiece refacing and repairs. Theo soon gained a reputation within the saxophone world and in 1998 opened Saxophone Mouthpiece Heaven which is his very own music store and knowledge database.
In 2007 Theo started to design and manufacture his own line of mouthpieces and saxophones, working with famous musicians such as Joshua Redman, Chris Potter, and Eric Alexander. Theo is constantly studying and innovating his designs to ensure his mouthpieces allow musicians to create their best tone as easily as possible. Theo Wanne now has a reputation for crafting some of the best saxophone mouthpieces by using the world's most advanced manufacturing techniques.
"I have been using The Shiva and I absolutely love it. This is by far the most expressive piece I have on tenor. I love the clarity and ease when playing the full range of the instrument." Najee (2 time Grammy Nominee, Prince, Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Herbie Hancock)
"I have been a Rock & Roll and Blues-Rock sax player since the late 50’s when I performed with some of the early pioneers of rock and rockabilly as a teenager. Early in my career I had the vintage Duck Bill Bergs, Dukoff’s and Brillhart Level aire’s. Later on it was Guardala’s and a Clarence Clemon’s favorite – the Rovner Deep V. But with all the credibility of my many years wailing a tenor sax to back me up, this latest mouthpiece, SHIVA the Destroyer from Theo Wanne tops them all. It brings back the edge, projection and brightness of the classic vintage pieces, but with a less shrill tone, more volume, and a easier bottom end. The DESTROYER came along late in this rocker’s career, but I’m sure thankful it did!" Ace Barton (Bobby Vee, The Champs “Tequila fame”)
"I just stopped and said WOW – I Feel Like I’ve Come Home! The SHIVA is very aggressive and great for those screaming tenor solos." Mark Douthit (Elton John, Billy Joel, Lionel Ritchie, Amy grant, Vanessa Williams, Garth Brooks, Billy Ray Cyrus)