Martin Tenor Sax Restoration 1- Cool Tool Tuesday- band instrument repair, Ferree's Tools, Wes Lee
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
- In this episode, repairing a vintage Martin tenor sax. Topics discussed included are fine metalwork, precision dent repair, alignment, stress free brace repairs, and more.
New cool tools demonstrated from Ferree';s Tools.
Tools used:
N74A heavy dent rod
N80 dent balls
N92 Sax Snake
L61 Smith Little torch
F10 dent hammers
www.ferreestoolsinc.com
Thanks for watching.
www.WesLeeMusic.com
It's so satisfying watching a professional craftsman do his thing.
You’re evident respect for the instruments, quality tradecraft, and explaining each step in detail is just pure gold. Thank you Wes.
And Wes too...
@@RutherfordRyan1 oh dammit. Thank you.
Dont simp
Don't know diddly about instrument repair and restoration, but it sure was a joy watching a professional at work.
Good job, its almost be like a brand new tenor saxophone
Takes Skill and Knowledge to get
Metal to Cooperate and FLOW back
into Place. Each Horn has a Soul.
Not just a hunk of Brass or Bronze.
A Horn can sense Spirit and the wrong
Spirit gets only resistance. You got
The Right Spirit for putting Humpty Dumpty
Back together again. Good Job!
As a engineer I just love watching that metal flex over the ball like its transparent!
Nice lookin' horn. Can't wait to get it back and thanks so much for the great work and willingness to take on this project. :)
Bro how did you do this be honest
@@manuledanile9333 Shipping damage Bro...no point in lying.
@@OldAssSax I doubt this was shipping
@@OldAssSax you how have repeatedly smashed it on a ground
Mike, that's a nice looking Magna.....well, it's better now! Shipping damage? I gotta ask if that was damaged like that in shipping, what did the case look like?! Or let me guess......it was shipped in a soft gig bag? Lastly, I'm pretty sure those Magna's originally had flat metal reso's. The Selmer style domed plastic style will certainly work but just thought I'd let you know. I recently did my Committee III with flat metal reso's and it truly screams. If you haven't played a Martin tenor before, you're going to be VERY pleasantly surprised!
Breaks my heart to see old horns like this abused so badly. If you hadn't mentioned it was damaged in shipping, I would have guessed some kid stepped on it. Really nice repair on that to return it to its former dignity. If you hadn't been using that tiny torch, you would have burned a whole lot more of that lacquer. Thanks for sharing!
Bravo! You saved that beautiful sax!
Awesome work keep up the great work on that saxophone I was awesome
Holy moly I can't wait for that N92 tool to be available! Hurry up Ferree's! :P
I can't for the life of me understand why I watch these. I'm not a musician and I don't work on instruments. It hurts to see these fine instruments damaged like this and kinda causes me distress just seeing them in such a state. I was precision sheet metal fabricator in another life so maybe that is part of it. Hell, I'm an electrician for petes sake, none of these skills apply in the least! But I do enjoy watching Wes do his thing and work his magic. The man is clearly an artisan of the highest order. All the more impressive is his willingness to share the skill with us! Thanks Wes!
What a feeling for thin sheet metal. I never thought it would be so great again. The tools are also very interesting. If I had damage to my hunting horn, I would send it to you from Germany for repair. Best regards, Raik
When I have trouble sleeping I like to turn off the sound and watch the repair work. It's actually soothing.
Wes you are the Bob Ross of instruments! Sometimes I hear your voice saying... "a happy little instrument!" ... so soothing and inspirational.
I know virtually nothing about woodwinds but it is evident to see I am watching a master craftsman at work. Your respect for the instruments and the artists is phenomenal.
The amount of skill and patience needed for this type of work is really fascinating and impressive. Thank you for posting this. I think seeing what it takes to restore an instrument like this puts it into perspective for those of us that might need this kind of work done, but don't realize how incredibly difficult it is, and hence the cost involved. Absolutely worth it.
Played a Martin alto and King Zephyr tenor in high school (long ago!). Still have the Zephyr ... I could feel that Martin under my fingers as you were working on it. Love your videos.
Great work, Wes!
I worked for the danish Selmer and Conn distributor back in the 70'ties. I wish we had an expert like you then.
with all respect to this craftsman; his opening presentation kinda reminds me of 'amazing blaze', Glen Thornton
I like the voice over while you're working! It sort of reminded me of the way wristwatch revival does his videos. I don't play music, but I love watching your content. Looking forward to seeing more!
Just came here from Wristwatch Revival!
I have great respect for what you do. You have put so much time and effort to perfect your craft and it shows. As a luthier I hope to some day reach an equal level of knowledge as you have
Wes, great job on the tenor!
I’m a hobbiest working on a 1921 Conn Bari sax, and this video really helped me understand the steps I’ll need to take to bring the old girl back to life. I also appreciate the tool part number reference. You’ve given Ferree’s a lot of business!
I love watching you repair these amazing instruments! Thanks for sharing!
You're a MASTER ... thank you
Your master of vintage intruments!!!
I am so happy to know you exist-awesome workmanship! Cheers Wes Lee, looking forward to more learning!
Клёвый мастер! Золотые руки! Спасибо!
You do a great job at what do.
I'm always blown away by your amazing skills! That was an awesome piece of work!
Great job Wes! You're a master technician.
You work magic on horns. I need a tech like you in my area.
Watching for a second time… you are fascinating to watch, Wes. I’ve been watching you for almost a year or two. I mentioned I work with Mark Vandermark before, but I realize you two are several decades in to the trade and I’m going on a short 8 years on this very day. I really appreciate the insight I gain from watching both of you. Thank you sir! Much respect! ✊
Love Ferrees. Only buy there every once in a while but they are the place
As a Susafone player I find dents being removed very satisfying keep up the good work
great job my friend, greetings from Argentina!!!!
very impressive, amazing work!
I would have loved to repair instruments. Fantastic job
You and Make it Kustom....the metal masters! Thanks for sharing. I love it
Very interesting. Having the right tool for a job...ABSOLUTELY.
Good job Sr.
Thanks for the video! Great work Sir!
Wow! Lots of respect for you and your fine craftsmanship. You are a master surgeon.
A true artist at work. Very impressive. Well done.
How you 'convince' that brass to go back to where it was is simply amazing, Wes!
Great video. Informative & logical.
I'm amazed! I did a little auto-body work in my youth but this is more like art.
Great expertise. Thanks. Also: great lessons - a. Do your passion. b. Be patient.
Great job on that bell repair and body repair on that tone hole.
Great video, that tool is so much better than unsoldering the bell with the same results.
Wes, the Artist. Great work. 👍
Great! Thanks. Patrick
Wow! It's so great to see your craftsmanship at work - thanks for sharing these videos!
Very Nice. Congratulations
You are absolutely a genius if l continue to watch you work l will not be able to do my own work lol keep posting these videos thanks very much from Guyana South America
Hey Wes, thanks for showing your precision skills and ultimate respect for the instrument. I’m just a viewer in awe of your skills. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful work, Wes! Truly fun to watch you work your magic!!! 🙏
Love watching, a true Craftsman at work.
You are a magician. I used to have a Martin tenor with brass keywork. That horn went out of adjustment so easily.
That's surprising. Those Martin Committee III's (Magna's as well) were built like Sherman tanks. They're HEAVY horns.
Good sir. Very very good. Thanks
I really enjoy seeing you work your magic. Just amazing what talent, skill, and the right tools are able to accomplish.
what amazing results
Good Job Master .
Nice dent work!
True Craftsman!
Very inspiring.. thanks so much
This is just awesome
I appreciate your generosity of spirit Mr. Lee. I mostly work on strings, but I'm going to tap into my roots and pick up on the brass again.
Cheers from Vancouver BC!
Neat
Absolutely amazing to se your craftmanship, You are a wizard! 👍🎷🎺
Realy great job. Wish you were here in Turkey that i should bring you to repair my bent soprano sax....
Beautiful
Great work!
This big long tube with a bunch of holes looks really nine!
Looks like someone tried to drop kick that saxophone. Your work is outstanding!
Awsome job brother👍🏻
Your level of finesse is insane. Beautiful Sax and glad you were able to save it to a level of almost perfection.
Nice work. Subscribed. Cheers from an instrument maker in Vienna, Scott
Wow, awesome !
Great job. Really digging your skills and professionalism.
Mistrzu jestem pełen podziwu dla wykonywanej pracy wielki szacunek
I'm a trombonist, but I know that this is a really desirable sought after sax. I'm eager to hear you play it. As always, love your videos, Wes.
great job, thank you
Just found your channel wonderful stuff thanks Wes
Чувак-Зачет-Мастер-Золотые руки!
Amazing!
Fantástico Luthier
Grat job. Thanks.
find your video's fascinating.. enjoy your style
N92 is going to be such a time saver. Great demo. Thanks Wes!
Well done sir, great job !
Great videos! Great camera work. Thanks so much for making these!
Smart tool!
nice job wes. looks like new so, no problems !
Fantastic workmanship always amazed seeing the magic you do Thanks
Awesome channel man. Great work
Ooh, was it me you took the suggestion of Renaissance Wax from? Whether or not it was me, I'm glad you picked some up and like it!
Nice repair job!
What a restoration, every bit of it is filled with useful visual information, I cant just watch it once, it has to be bookmarked for future reference.
Don't simp dude
@@AutismusPrime69 Hey tough guy just read how others reacted , the problem is you can't see the art in what he does or don't appreciate it.
@ddistrbd1 tough guy? I said stop simping....why are you so defensive?