{"product_id":"theo-wanne-shiva4-gold-8-alto-saxophone-mouthpiece","title":"Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece is a professional alto saxophone mouthpiece designed for maximum projection, focused response, and a bright commercial sound. The SHIVA4 is Theo Wanne’s brightest alto model, using a high step baffle with a roll-over contour and a proprietary small chamber to deliver a powerful, laser-focused tone for pop, rock, funk, R\u0026amp;B, and other high-energy playing environments. This gold-plated metal version includes Theo Wanne’s integrated Liberty Ligature system and is built for players who need strong cut, efficient articulation, and reliable response across the full range of the horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Theo Wanne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: SHIVA4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: Alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip opening: 8, .086 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 24K gold plated brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Reticulated 24K gold plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaffle: High step baffle with roll-over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChamber: Proprietary small chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded accessories: Liberty Ligature, Reed Replacer Cap, leatherette case, user-replaceable bite pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mouthpiece is open box item in superb condition. It has been opened for inspection, demonstration, photography, or customer evaluation, but is offered as a current retail item with its included Theo Wanne accessories unless otherwise noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece is a high-baffle professional alto saxophone mouthpiece for players who need a bright, powerful, and highly projecting sound. It is designed for contemporary saxophonists working in pop, rock, funk, R\u0026amp;B, fusion, commercial, and amplified settings where clarity, edge, and dynamic impact are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Theo Wanne alto lineup, the SHIVA4 is the brightest and most powerful model. Its high step baffle, roll-over shaping, and small chamber help create a focused tone with strong projection while retaining the playability and full response associated with Theo Wanne mouthpieces. The size 8 tip opening is suited to players who are comfortable with a more open alto setup and want added flexibility, volume, and expressive range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Theo Wanne SHIVA4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Alto best for jazz or commercial playing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHIVA4 Alto is best suited for commercial and high-projection styles such as pop, rock, funk, R\u0026amp;B, fusion, and amplified jazz. It can be used in jazz settings, but its tonal design is brighter and more powerful than a traditional Meyer-style alto mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the SHIVA4 different from other Theo Wanne alto mouthpieces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHIVA4 is Theo Wanne’s brightest alto model. It uses a high step baffle with roll-over shaping and a proprietary small chamber, giving it more projection, edge, and focus than darker or more traditional Theo Wanne models such as GAIA, LAKSHMI, or NY Bros.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Theo Wanne SHIVA4 Gold 8 include a ligature and cap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The gold-plated metal SHIVA4 includes Theo Wanne’s Liberty Ligature, a Reed Replacer Cap, and a leatherette case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Wannelogo\/WannelogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"x\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Theo Wanne Mouthpieces dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Theo Wanne Mouthpieces and Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53460273234285,"sku":"SH4AG8-CR","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7105602.jpg?v=1781725168","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/theo-wanne-shiva4-gold-8-alto-saxophone-mouthpiece","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}