Bach Mega Tone Brass Instrument Mouthpieces
The Bach Mega Tone mouthpiece series was first introduced to the brass instrument market in the spring of 1991. Selmer introduced this mouthpiece line to offer a solution similar to other heavy mouthpieces (Monette), and add-on weight systems were applied to existing mouthpieces.
From trademark records, the Bach Mega Tone mouthpieces were first used in commerce on April 16, 1991. As a reference point, the first Monette mouthpieces were sold in 1985 to players playing Monette trumpets.
“For years, symphonic and jazz brass players have experimented with ways to improve their sound. Those who want a darker, stronger sound have tried various mouthpiece add-on devices to increase weight and mass. Now there’s something better: Mega Tone from Vincent Bach.
To create the Mega Tone, Selmer started with genuine Vincent Bach mouthpiece designs, then more than doubled the outside mass. This darkens the sound and allows higher dynamic levels without distortion. Mega Tones slot extremely well so pitches center dependably. A slightly larger throat affords less resistance and greater flexibility. The result is a warmer, more powerful sound that’s perfect in the concert hall and adds a new dimension to pop and jazz playing.
Bach Mega Tone is at your Selmer dealer now. It’s readily available in the standard models listed on the following pages. All other models can be special ordered. Silver-plated finish standard, optional gold-plated finish available for an extra charge. Mega Tones can also be special ordered as complete screw-rim mouthpieces or underparts only. (Standard Bach rims fit Mega Tone underparts.)
source: Bach Mouthpiece catalog (1994)
Selmer filed the trademark “Mega Tone” in July 1991 and registered as a trademark in September 1992. The first use of “Mega Tone” in a commercial or used on a product for sale was in April 1991.
The trademark, “Mega Tone,” is still an active trademark of Conn Selmer.
Since introducing the Bach Mega Tone mouthpiece models, there have been two distinct variations of the Mega Tone packaging. The early version has a line from the word “Tone,” while current versions fully spell out Tone, using an E.
source: Bach Mouthpiece catalog (1994)
