WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber
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WWCO "Gold 8" Experimental chamber

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Here is an original condition 1940's "Gold" figure 8 chamber tenor piece. This mouthpiece measures .074" on my gauge.

This mouthpiece is something of a novelty. Judging by the design, finish work, elaborate shank band and age, I am making the assumption that this mouthpiece was produced by the Woodwind Company NY. The shank in particular bears a strong resemblance to their Dick Stabile line.

What makes this mouthpiece so unique is its figure 8 style chamber which, in contrast to the wide open chamber design of the times, creates a unique squeeze in the throat that opens up into a larger chamber further back. As it is this piece has a nice warm focus but curiosity has me wondering what it would be like at a more contemporary size combined with its unique geometry.

Own a part of experimental mouthpiece design before the advent of all the 3D printed designs that exist today.