If you’ve discovered Gleichweit mouthpieces recently, you might be wondering:
How do you pronounce “Gleichweit”?
You’re not alone — this Austrian name has sparked many creative attempts!
But here’s the correct pronunciation:
🎧 “Gleichweit” = /ˈɡlaɪ̯x.vaɪ̯t/
Think: GLYKH-vite (rhymes with bike right)
— or —
If you speak German: Gleich (like “glykh”) + weit (like “vite”)
Let’s break it down:
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Gleich — sounds like “glykh” (the “ch” is a soft, back-of-the-throat sound — not “sh” or “k”)
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Weit — sounds like “vite”, as in “flight” without the “fl”
If you’re still unsure, imagine saying:
“bike-light” but with a slightly harsher “kh” in the middle:
→ Glykh-vite
A Name That Means Something
In German, gleich can mean “same” or “equal,” and weit means “wide” or “far.” While not a literal brand slogan, the name reflects a philosophy: creating a consistently great sound that carries — wide and far — through precision and balance.
Meet the Maker Behind the Name
Johannes Gleichweit began crafting mouthpieces over 25 years ago in Austria. What started as a personal search for better sound and fit has become a global brand trusted by professionals, students, and educators alike.
His name is on every mouthpiece — and now you know how to say it.
Now that you can pronounce it, why not play it?
Explore Gleichweit mouthpieces at MyClarinetStuff.com
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