Each year, more saxophonists throughout the world are discovering the advantages provided by E. Rousseau mouthpieces. The reason is simple: E. Rousseau mouthpieces work. They work because Eugene Rousseau, active throughout the world as a soloist, has transformed the demands of today's performer into precision performance tools. When you purchase an E. Rousseau mouthpiece, you are making an artistic investment. You know that your investment is sound when you consider that all E. Rousseau mouthpieces meet the following rigid standards: (1) a unique, practical design that balances the baffle, sidewalls, and facing; (2) use of the finest quality hard rubber and metal; (3) thorough and exhaustive field-testing prior to manufacturing; and (4) careful inspection of each mouthpiece prior to shipping. The New Classic The E. Rousseau New Classic alto mouthpiece was developed to complement the highly successful 'R' series. It has been designed with an entirely enhanced choice of facings to meet the demands of the world's top performers. Features include a redesigned chamber with a unique baffle and sidewalls to provide an even more centered tone; a fresh tip rail for a more precise fit of reed; and a longer shape for a more secure fit and easier tuning.