Alessandro Fossi Signature Cimbasso – The Authentic Verdi Voice
Rim: 30.988mm / 1.22 inches | Throat: 8.153mm / .321 inches | Shallow Cup

Premium One-Piece Construction Crafted in close collaboration with Alessandro Fossi — one of the world's leading low-brass artists, renowned for his mastery of opera repertoire, solo performances, and historical instruments — this signature mouthpiece revives the classic cimbasso sound that Verdi and his contemporaries envisioned: Pure, clean, resonant, and powerfully projective, yet with modern comfort and playability. The cimbasso, born in the early 19th century as the tonal bridge between bass trombone and tuba, demands a mouthpiece that balances authentic timbre with effortless response. Fossi worked directly with us to achieve exactly that: a comfortable, supportive rim that reduces fatigue during long opera pits or recording sessions, a shallow cup for focused clarity and quick articulation, and refined throat/backbore geometry for rich harmonics, smooth blending, and commanding projection that cuts through orchestral textures without harshness.

Why this mouthpiece stands out:

• Classic Verdi-era tone — Produces a velvety resonance and overtones the instrument was designed for, perfect for Romantic operas (Verdi, Rossini, Bellini) and period performances
• Exceptional comfort & ease — The ergonomic rim and stainless steel efficiency make extended playing feel natural, reducing pressure and enhancing endurance
• Focused projection & clarity — Projects with authority in large ensembles or pits, while maintaining precise attacks, legato, and dynamic control from pianissimo whispers to fortissimo roars
• Versatile low-brass bridge — Ideal for cimbasso players who need to blend seamlessly with trombones above and tubas below, or for modern orchestral low-brass specialists seeking authentic color
• Premium stainless steel (frost finish) — Harder material for durability, superior energy transfer, allergy-friendly, and no replating needed — built to last a lifetime of performances

Alessandro Fossi brings the cimbasso to life with unparalleled musicality and historical insight. This mouthpiece embodies that legacy: authentic, powerful, comfortable, and ready to deliver the true Italian bass horn sound in any Verdi opera, orchestral work, or solo setting. Alessandro Fossi on his signature piece— A mouthpiece that makes the cimbasso sing with the warmth, depth, and presence it was meant to have. Whether you're performing in opera pits, recording film scores, or exploring historical brass, this gives you the tools to honor the tradition while playing with modern confidence and ease. Step into the legacy — this is the cimbasso mouthpiece that brings history to life.