---
product_id: 403831153
title: "Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece"
brand: "vandoren"
price: "420.63 DT"
currency: TND
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/403831153-vandoren-sm712-al4-optimum-series-alto-saxophone-mouthpiece
store_origin: TN
region: Tunisia
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# Tip Opening 163+ (1/100mm) - optimal airflow Medium Short Facing - precise control Brass Body - durable & resonant Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece

**Brand:** vandoren
**Price:** 420.63 DT
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your alto sax game with the Optimum edge!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece by vandoren
- **How much does it cost?** 420.63 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/403831153-vandoren-sm712-al4-optimum-series-alto-saxophone-mouthpiece)

## Best For

- vandoren enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vandoren brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Engineering:** Medium short facing and 163+ tip opening for responsive playability.
- • **Trusted Craftsmanship:** High-quality brass body ensures durability and rich resonance.
- • **Effortless Articulation:** Experience razor-sharp clarity and control at every dynamic level.
- • **Signature Optimum Sound:** Distinctive, free-blowing tone that stands out in any ensemble.
- • **Tailored for Versatility:** Perfect balance between openness and focus for students and pros alike.

## Overview

The Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece features a 163+ tip opening and medium short facing, crafted from durable brass for a free-blowing, responsive sound. Designed for both students and professionals, it delivers precise articulation, consistent intonation, and a distinctive tone that enhances any performance.

## Description

The Vandoren OPTIMUM features an elegant outer design that creates its own, distinctive sound that is immediately recognizable. Its interior design provides a mouthpiece that is free-blowing and quick to respond. Perfect for the all around playing of students and pros alike. The Vandoren OPTIMUM Series of saxophone mouthpieces is designed to be more free-blowing and responsive. This Alto Sax mouthpiece gives you accurate articulation and total control at all dynamic ranges with precise intonation. Vandoren mouthpieces are known for their high, uniform quality-among the best of the mass produced. The Vandoren line is extensive. It covers all woodwinds and offers designs suited to a variety of playing and musical styles.

Review: Not really what I was looking for but not a bad mouthpiece at all.
Review: We bought 2 in a sale and found one was totally defective, the tip rails were not even cut straight. The other was close to being made right and that played well and produced a nice sound with a Rovner mk3 ligature and vandoren traditional reeds. So buyer beware, the quality is variable on once reliable Vandoren mouthpieces. Sadly low C was out of tune on my sons saxophone and his existing green Yanagisawa 4 alto mouthpiece had cleaner attacks, better intonation and a more compact sound. But I preferred the AL4 sound. Looking through the neck hole the AL4 had a slightly bigger round chamber diameter. It is probable a harder reed on the medium short facing may have improved the tuning. So I can give 5 stars for the good one and 1 star for the reject (the hole did go all the way through it). My son would give the good AL4 3 out of 5 because he has a good fit already and efforts to improve on it have proven futile. Neither of us like the stuffy smaller AL3, which is very popular. Someone else will love it.

## Features

- A little more open than the AL3 while maintaining the sound aesthetic of the Optimum sound
- Tip Opening - 163+ (1/100mm)
- Medium Short Facing
- Works best with Vandoren #2.5-#4 Reeds

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002D0KRI |
| Body Material | Brass |
| Colour | AL4 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (67) |
| Date First Available | 6 August 2012 |
| Included Components | Mouthpiece |
| Instrument Key | E Flat |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 44 x 152 x 44 Millimeters |
| Item Weight | 22.7 g |
| Item model number | SM712 |
| Manufacturer | Vandoren |
| Material | Brass |
| Product Dimensions | 4.45 x 15.24 x 4.45 cm; 22.68 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** VANDOREN
- **Colour:** AL4
- **Instrument Key:** E Flat
- **Material:** Brass
- **Style:** AL4

## Images

![Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21u9nHecCrL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***I on 24 August 2025*

Not really what I was looking for but not a bad mouthpiece at all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***Y on 9 March 2015*

We bought 2 in a sale and found one was totally defective, the tip rails were not even cut straight. The other was close to being made right and that played well and produced a nice sound with a Rovner mk3 ligature and vandoren traditional reeds. So buyer beware, the quality is variable on once reliable Vandoren mouthpieces. Sadly low C was out of tune on my sons saxophone and his existing green Yanagisawa 4 alto mouthpiece had cleaner attacks, better intonation and a more compact sound. But I preferred the AL4 sound. Looking through the neck hole the AL4 had a slightly bigger round chamber diameter. It is probable a harder reed on the medium short facing may have improved the tuning. So I can give 5 stars for the good one and 1 star for the reject (the hole did go all the way through it). My son would give the good AL4 3 out of 5 because he has a good fit already and efforts to improve on it have proven futile. Neither of us like the stuffy smaller AL3, which is very popular. Someone else will love it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***S on 7 October 2024*

SS SA80→MP SL4オプティマム→音響音程最適化適合ゆえにAS SERIE IIIにAL4を試し購入→中古品であったがTable Facing,Side Rail,Tip Railは添付の通り機械加工痕跡を残した未使用品的美観で音響音程もSL4同様を確認できとても良い買い物ができ満足しています。添付にはリングを追加していますが今回購入した品です。

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vandoren SM712 AL4 Optimum Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece
- Vandoren LC07P Optimum Ligature and Plastic Cap for Alto Saxophone Gilded with 3 Interchangeable Pressure Plates, Black
- Vandoren SR213 Alto Sax Traditional Reeds Strength 3; Box of 10

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*Last updated: 2026-01-25*