The rim of the Bach 6 1/2AL is medium-wide and rounded, providing a comfortable and secure grip for the player's embouchure. This allows for good control and accuracy of articulation while playing. This model features a gold rim for a warmer tone and more comfortable feel.

Manufacturer's Description:

The same rim and cup as No. 6 1⁄2A, but with a larger “G” deep well rounded. throat and #420 backbore for trombonists who strive for a Teutonic tone quality. Recommended for euphonium players who desire a round, mellow tone of great carrying power and substantial volume.. It requires a well developed embouchure.

• Medium deep cup
• Medium wide, well-rounded rim
• Approx. 25.40mm cup diameter
• .261" "G" throat
• 420 backbore

In addition to crafting world-class musical instruments, Bach endeavors to supply each and every musician with a mouthpiece that perfectly fits their embouchure. Trombonists who require a strong fundamental tone and carrying power that blends well with the rest of the orchestra gravitate to the Bach 6-1/2AL. Within the mouthpiece’s large shank, the 0.261-inch "G" throat and #420 backbore team to deliver a sound that’s perfectly suited to the rounded, mellow sounds of the Teutonic (German) tradition. Players rave about the uber-comfortable medium-wide rim shape that works to improve endurance. And with its gold-plated rim and cup, this version of the 6-1/2AL is the perfect mouthpiece for players who are allergic to silver. Players of all stripes will enjoy the smooth, luxurious feel of the Bach 6-1/2AL’s gold-plated rim. If you’re regularly performing pieces that require a consistent smooth sound, be sure to add a Bach 6-1/2AL to your mouthpiece collection.

World-renowned mouthpieces

Before designing his first instrument, Vincent “Bach” Schrotenbach created custom mouthpieces for brass players. In the ensuing decade, the Vincent Bach corporation has introduced renowned designs played around the world. We are proud to now offer these legendary mouthpieces to the public, with a wide variety of models sporting different cup depths, diameters, and shapes to fit each player’s unique style. Whether it be a student model or an advanced design, Bach brass mouthpieces will deliver consistent results each time they’re fitted into the leadpipe.