NOTE: Gen1 rim contour is more rounded than Gen2 or Gen3
Specifications guide:
- Rim sizes from wide to narrow: 1,2,3,7
- Cup depths from deep to shallow: XLV, LV, XL, L, M, S, XS
- Plus (+) models: Intonation setting is less forgiving/less flexible than Gen2/Gen3
- Standard (no +) models: Intonation setting is slightly more forgiving/more flexible than Gen2/Gen3.
Throat sizes: XLV+, LV(+) = 4.0mm
XL, L, M = 3.9mm, or 3.8mm as indicated to the right of the rim and cup sizes.
Example: 1XL 3.8
S, XS = 3.8mm
*Note: Players coming from Monette or “Symphonic settings” from other brands or Bach Megatone will prefer models with 3.9.
Rotary players will prefer the XLV+ and LV(+) models
Comparison guide (very general):
Gen3 XL = XLV+, LV(+)
Gen3 1L, 1 1/4C = 1XL 3.8(+)
Bach 2C=2XL 3.8(+)
Bach 6C=3XL 3.8(+)
Bach7C=7XL 3.8(+)
Gen3 1L2, 1 1/2C = 1L 3.8 (+)
Gen3 2L2,= 2L 3.8mm (+)
Gen3 3L2, Shew Jazz = 3L 3.8(+)
Bach D =1,2,3,7 3.8 (+)
Gen3 M= 1,2,3,7 (+)
Gen2 S (non-HC)= 1,2,3,7(+)
Gen2 XS (non-HC)= 1,2,3,7(+)
ALL GEN1 SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR EXCHANGES.