[Review] For Those Who Want to Store Minimally! GALAX W-1 Mouthpiece Holder!

The leading brand in brass instrument mouthpiece pouches, GALAX, has introduced new mouthpiece pouches for woodwind instruments!

GALAX mouthpiece holders boast an impressive share in the market, particularly among brass instrument players!

With a lineup ranging from trumpet to tuba pouches,100% of brass players at Sound House had GALAX mouthpiece holders!
It’s a staple item for brass band members!

Why are they so popular?

• 15mm thick cushioning for safety
• Easy-to-use Velcro closure (that stays secure!)
• The inner fabric absorbs moisture and deodorizes
• Lightweight
• Affordable price

These are the reasons why GALAX pouches are so beloved.

Now, the GALAX mouthpiece holder family welcomes a new member for woodwind instruments: the W-1 mouthpiece holder.

GALAX W-1 Mouthpiece Holder

The W-1 can store mouthpieces for Eb, Bb, alto, bass clarinet, soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones.
Mouthpieces can be stored with the cap and ligature attached.

Like other GALAX mouthpiece holders, each W-1 is handmade with meticulous attention to detail and beautiful stitching.
When folded, its dimensions are approximately 14.0cm (height) x 10.5cm (width), roughly the same size as a Yamaha reed case.

■ Yamaha / RCSAXDB Reed Case

The W-1 features two pockets: one for the mouthpiece and one for small accessories. The mouthpiece pocket has a gusseted design.

Both pockets, like those on brass instrument mouthpiece holders, are cushioned to securely store your mouthpiece.

I tried it out

Here’s how the W-1 looks when storing Bb clarinet, alto sax, and tenor sax mouthpieces.

■ Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece

■ Alto Sax Mouthpiece

■ Tenor Sax Mouthpiece

When the tenor sax mouthpiece is inside and the flap is closed, the Velcro remains visible.

The wide Velcro allows the flap to close according to the contents.

By storing your reeds in a reed guard, you can keep all your mouthpiece accessories organized.

D'Addario Woodwinds / Reed Guard Black Small Size

Thanks to the cushioning, you can safely store it in the bell of your alto or tenor saxophone!

When heading to practice or lessons, your gear can quickly add up with sheet music, stands, tuners, etc. The GALAX W-1 mouthpiece holder is perfect for those who want to minimize their accessories!