I ordered the Vintage Maynard mouthpiece a few weeks ago from Roger Ingram (made by Pickett Brass). This is by far the best mouthpiece I have ever owned. I definitely see why Maynard played this basic design for his entire career. I have soared to an F above triple C on this mouthpiece. It amazes me at the huge sound one can get out of this small V cup. It is so comfortable too as it has no bite. I will never play another mouthpiece again. If only I had this back in my youth. Pickett Brass has done an outstanding job in recreating Maynard's mouthpiece for the 50's/early 60's.