Otto Link TOLR-LA Tenor Sax Mouthpiece - LA Model - Hard Rubber

The Otto Link LA model marked the beginning of a groundbreaking collaboration between Link and Theo Wanne. Designed to redefine the industry, the LA features a smaller chamber and a higher baffle for increased projection, quicker response, and a sharper attack—while preserving the classic Otto Link core tone, only brighter. These mouthpieces have been refined and perfected through the Otto Link / Theo Wanne partnership.

Who is Theo Wanne? Theo Wanne is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading mouthpiece makers. Known for innovative designs and precision manufacturing, he produces some of the highest-quality mouthpieces available. When JJ Babbitt (the company behind Otto Link) aimed to elevate the Otto Link tenor line, they partnered with Theo Wanne to bring enhanced consistency, precision, and tonal refinement to the Otto Link New York models.

4 Models — One Soul

The new Otto Link / Theo Wanne rubber tenor mouthpiece lineup preserves the classic Otto Link core sound while offering four distinct baffles, chambers, and facings to help you achieve your best tone.

Models:

• New York — Inspired by the original New York “Tone Master”: lowest baffle and largest chamber for a dark, mellow sound.

• Tone Edge — The iconic Otto Link core tone with enhanced modern response.

• Florida — Features a higher rollover baffle for a brighter edge than the Super Tone Master.

• LA — A new design with a smaller chamber and the highest baffle, delivering maximum projection and attack with a brighter character.

Why Choose the LA Model?

The Otto Link LA rubber model by Theo Wanne delivers the brightest, most punchy tone among the four variants. Developed in collaboration with Theo Wanne, it combines that lively sound with exceptional responsiveness. Featuring the highest baffle and the smallest chamber, the LA model offers the greatest power and projection of the lineup.

Features:

• Boosts the high-end and midrange for an edgier tone

• Contemporary design yields "West Coast" sound

• Inspired by the early Babbitt Connoisseur mouthpiece

• Material: High-grade hard rubber for a rich, focused sound and minimal overtone harshness.

• Facing: Tone Edge design offers smooth response, evenness across registers, and easy control of timbre.

• Small Chamber with highest baffle of the 4 variants giving the LA the most power and projection.

• Build quality: Durable construction with precise craftsmanship for consistent playability and long life

• Made in the USA from the finest dense ebonite

• Manufacturing Method: CNC machined

• Supplied with ligature and cap

Manufacturing Details:

Step one – Babbitt casting

These new models will retain their distinctive "Otto Link" sound. Mouthpieces begin production at Babbitt using their traditional casting techniques, original molds, and proprietary hard-rubber formulation. This process produces a raw casting that is then sent to Theo Wanne.

Step Two – Perfected by Theo Wanne

At Theo’s Washington facility, each Otto Link blank is finished on high-end CNC machines that carve every fine detail to exacting standards. The tip opening, side rails, baffle, reed window and table are all precisely machined. The new models feature a perfectly flat table instead of a concave one, improving reed seal and enabling better performance with a wider variety of reeds, including synthetic options.

Step Three – Finishing & Buffing at Babbitt

These machine-finished blanks are returned to Babbitt for final buffing and finishing. The Babbitt team, trained by Theo and his crew, follows a new, exacting standard to ensure the finish. The result preserves the traditional Otto Link appearance while delivering the precision of modern machining.

This combination delivers the Link mouthpiece tone with the unmatched reliability and consistency of Theo Wanne. Players won’t need to try dozens of mouthpieces to find “the right one” — every piece will play like that great mouthpiece straight out of the box.

Tip Opening Guide: (Model # = Inches)

Below is a full list of tip openings available:

• 6* = 0.095”

• 7* = 0.105”

• 8* = 0.115”

No other sizes are currently available for the LA rubber model. Special order of other sizes may be available, wait times for production may vary. Contact Prof’s if you are interested in another tip opening model. The focus on the 3 tip openings avialable allows the team to concentrate on improving stock reliability for these new models and streamlining production to keep the mouthpiece affordable for customers.

Select your model and experience the legendary sound of Otto Link!

Model #TOLR-LA-XX

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** This product is a Prof “VIP” special order item and is not normally stocked in-store. Once you place your order, we’ll dedicate attention to sourcing it through our industry supplier network, prioritize the shipment to our location, inspect and certify the item, then send it to you. Typical turnaround is 7–14 days. Although we don’t keep this item on hand, our strong supplier relationships allow us to obtain it quickly. When available from our suppliers, we’ll provide an estimated delivery date and tracking number after the item ships. Ça c’est bon & C’est tout!