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Dan Fornero Signature Series
GR Mouthpieces

Dan's own custom mouthpieces are now available here for purchase!  Developed with Gary Radtke of GR Mouthpieces, Dan's Signature Series joins the ranks of  the world's most technologically advanced brass instrument mouthpieces.

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"GR went to great effort to create well-rounded, comfortable mouthpieces for me that provide varying degrees of ease in different registers while maintaining a larger quality of sound.  Like all GR mouthpieces, the response is very fast."  - Dan Fornero

Silver and Gold

  All mouthpieces listed below are made in silver.  
​Gold plating is available at an additional cost of $100, with an approximate turnaround time of 6 weeks.  
​To place this special order, please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.

Resale and Large Quantity Orders

If you own a shop and wish to sell Dan Fornero's Signature Series Mouthpieces and/or wish to place an order of 3 or more,
​please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.
​We will be in touch within 48 hours to assist you in placing your order.  Thank you!

"Fornero 10" 
Trumpet Mouthpiece
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*Currently out of Stock*

Please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.

Introducing  the New GR "Fornero 10" Mouthpiece!

"Based off the original 'Fornero' design, GR masterfully created this to be the most efficient mouthpiece for lead trumpet playing.  It is a fantastic addition to my series and I'm now using this mouthpiece as my go-to for lead."

"Fornero MX" 
Trumpet Mouthpiece  #2281 
*2 Currently in Stock*

"The Fornero MX is the mouthpiece I use most for classical playing.  Its depth of sound and ease of blend are a great help when playing in orchestras or when the music requires a sound with less edge."
  • A great match on Dan's C trumpet
  • Cup Volume = .0822"
  • #3 Backbore​

"Fornero" 
Trumpet Mouthpiece #2277
​*Currently out of Stock*

Please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.
"The Fornero is a beautifully designed all purpose mouthpiece that I use in all situations from orchestral playing to Big Band lead trumpet. This is the original mouthpiece made following two days of hands-on design consultation with Gary Radtke."
  • Matched Dan's Yamaha Bb trumpet perfectly
  • Cup volume = .0771"
  • #1 Backbore​

"d4nero" 
Trumpet Mouthpiece #2294

*2 Currently in Stock*

"Based off the original Fornero design, the d4nero works great on the more commercial side of playing.  I use the d4nero for more punch and a bit more ease in the upper register."
  • Added compression over the Fornero
  • Cup Volume = .0763"
  • #1 Backbore

​"d4nero*" 
Trumpet Mouthpiece #2334

*Currently out of stock!*
Please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.
"The d4nero* is my go-to mouthpiece for big band lead trumpet playing.  It offers me great control & accuracy, plus fantastic response with a the huge sound that we're accustomed to with GR Mouthpieces."
  • Added compression over the d4nero
  • Cup Volume = .075
  • #1 Backbore​

"d4nero**"  
Trumpet Mouthpiece #2423
​*Currently out of Stock*

Please e-mail your request to angela@mnmdance.com.
"I occasionally use the d4nero** for extreme upper register, but I prefer the d4nero* for lead playing."  GR says, "While offering an easy extreme upper register, it maintains great flexibility and a strong sound.  This cup offers ample chop room with compression and the design allows you to play lead with precision and style.  You don't need to force it or over blow it to take a head clean off. Our apologies to sax players…" 
  • The smallest mouthpiece in the Fornero series
  • Volume = .0746" with a lot of reflection
  • #1 Backbore

The GR "3 FD"
Trumpet/Flugel Hybrid Mouthpiece

*1 Currently in Stock*
"While not a custom design in my series, the 3 FD is a mouthpiece that I utilize often.  It's the perfect choice when the music requires a deep change in sound.  I use it for soft lyrical playing, low soft sustained notes and for traditional jazz soloing. Aptly nicknamed "the career-saver" by Wayne Bergeron, the GR 3 FD is an absolute must in my arsenal."



Filmed immediately after the creation of the "Fornero" Trumpet Mouthpiece

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