backbore
backbore · backbores
The section between the throat and shank of the mouthpiece of a brass instrumentThe section between the throat and shank of the mouthpiece of a brass instrument.
Meaning
1 sensesThe section between the throat and shank of the mouthpiece of a brass instrument.
More conical backbores give a richer tone, while more cylindrical ones give a brighter, more projected tone.
Origin
From back + bore.From back + bore.
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