Houghton Horns mouthpieces possess a special external profile and a uniquely-balanced rim, cup, bore, backbore, and shank. The entire line was designed by Mark Houghton and Derek Wright and manufactured by Dave Houser. All Houghton mouthpiece cups (underparts) are made of either raw brass or surgical-grade stainless steel. Houghton mouthpiece rims are exclusively stainless steel, with optional H-kote. Houghton mouthpiece cups are available in four distinct models and a variety of configurations when paired with various rim diameters, contours and coatings. The intent was to design a line of mouthpieces that addressed the needs of real-world players by combining proven design concepts with the latest in technology and materials. Ultimately, the emphasis was on balance, focusing on the versatility and functionality that most modern players require. Between the four models any horn player, high or low, orchestral or commercial, solo or section, should be capable of finding a mouthpiece that provides a sense of comfort and identity.
Brass vs. Stainless Steel
Many players have formed strong opinions about equipment and materials with regard to their sound, effect and allergenic properties. Brass has been the conventional alloy for mouthpiece production for centuries, and brass mouthpieces tend to produce a sound that is familiar, traditional, and warm. However, brass has downsides as a material: it can be highly allergenic for some players, and it is fairly soft and not very durable (even when plated with gold or nickel silver). Stainless steel mouthpieces are known for having a more direct, responsive quality, and therefore they feel and sound less traditional. Stainless steel is one of the most advanced manufacturing alloys in use today. It is corrosion-resistant, hypoallergenic, lightweight, scratch-resistant, and more durable than raw, silver-plated or gold-plated brass. Ultimately, the decision on materials rests with the player, as we are happy to
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