Most of us now think of Jody as a Businessman first. His success speaks for itself…but what I think gets overlooked is how incredible he is at playing the saxophone. Maybe one of the best I have other heard
Great information. I actually sold Jody jazz mouthpieces about 12 years ago when I worked at Marshwoodwinds in Raleigh North Carolina.But didn’t have the clarity of the way there made back then. Fast forward 12 years later after being away from playing the sax. I picked up a HR star custom dark for my baritone. There’s not enough room here to tell you how great they are. I got a seven star, but I’m tempted to go up to the nine. I hope to go to Savannah to actually check them out next time.
I think the key statement Jody said that sums up his entire line, "no matter how bright the mouthpiece it is it has to sound full". That just nails it, sold his mouthpieces in a music store for the last decade or so and that really sums it up. Just so versatile! Even the Superjet still sounds full.
I met Jody when I was working in music retail, and in fact, he worked for the same store before I did and before he started developing and creating his mouthpieces. A super nice guy. I also have to say that the DVNY 6 mouthpiece is the best I've ever tried. The low Bb and B on my 6M never played easier and I can play all of the dynamics with no effort. I use the JJ Red with the tongue removed for my tenor. I noticed the 6M in the foreground, so it makes me think that the mouthpieces are tested on them as well as on modern horns, which is important, because part of the problem with the intonation of old horns is not the horn itself, but often because of the difference in bore sizes, etc., many modern MP's don't play well with vintage horns. JJ mouthpieces are really the best IMHO.
Great conversation! I had the pleasure of driving Jody around when he came to visit our music store a few years back. He's a super humble guy, and genuinely one of the nicest people I've met.
To Jody's point, this is exactly how I came to know the JodyJazz mouthpiece, throught one of your mouthpiece review Jay! Now I own two JodyJazz mouthpieces, two DV (alto & tenor) that I love!!!
I came in for the Mouthpieces info and walked away with a lot of insight into breath technique and that practice sessions can be divided in 4 parts to keep you playing for the long term. I don't even play the sax yet and I'm just excited to try it out!
The Jody Jazz Classic 6 was my first jazz mouthpiece. Everyone in my high school at the time did not know what a "jazz" mouthpiece was and I was one of the first to discover it. Going from my Yahmaha 5c to a Classic 6 really made a large difference, especially with the baffle. All of a sudden, all my friends started getting jazz mouthpieces too. In High school i played my classic 6 with a Vandoren V16 3.5 and in college moved to a 4. Eventually I moved to a Jet 6. I could not be any more ecsataic about Mr. Jody Espina. There were no places for me to try mouthpieces in South Florida and in my home town of Key West, and i was recomended the Classic 6 in a Sam Ash without trying any mouthpieces. When I played that Jody Jazz Classic 6 on Christmas day, I knew I would never play the saxophone the same way again. Jody is my hero and he truly changed my life.
I think Jody made a good point about being faster for making money. A lot of businesses probably think this way, but I believe in the long run quality is best as you will have more repeat business and more referrals than just making a product fast. Very interesting video. Am thinking about getting the DV NY mouthpiece number 6 as there is a package deal on it right now with a cyber Monday sale.
I use and love Jody's products. The mouthpieces are so ergonomicly perfect... I don't have to struggle to get a little bit closer to the sound I have in my mind. Great mouthpiece is the one that eliminates unnecessary obstacles and gives you freedom to play in a relaxed manner. Thank you!
I got a super jet tenor because I couldn't hear myself in loud band situations. It's a great mp for rock and funk, but it's now my favorite for jazz and ballads too. Great low end and very flexible. In my experience Jody Jazz also has great customer service and it's easy to contact them.
I bought a DV7 about 2 years ago. From the moment I started playing it, I fell in love with the free blowing tonal character of this mouthpiece. I love to play, but this mouthpiece just makes me so happy when I play it. I already have a great free blowing tenor, a black Nickel Keilwerth SX90R Tenor, but this mouthpiece has helped me better target altissimo notes, improve intonation, improved control,, removed stuffiness from certain notes (especially middle D) without taking away the low C, B & Bb. I have been playing on a hard rubber mouthpieces from the beginning which was 1963. Starting playing a 6* Strathon Adjustotone in 1967 and for the last 20 years on a Ralph Morgan Excalibur 6*. I never liked playing on any of the metal mouthpieces until the DV7. I recently switched to a DV7* for live performances and a DV7* New York in the recording studio. Great mouthpieces.
So, the question on my mind is, what is different in the manufacture process of the Burnin' mouthpiece compared to the JodyJazz that allows you to sell it at almost 1/2 the price?
I’ve been thinking about making the switch from my Meyer 5 alto piece to a JodyJazz DV. this video makes me want to pull the trigger on the DV. I’m in a rural area and don’t have the ability to play test. Do you think I would stay with a 5 tip opening or perhaps move to a 6 because of how free blowing the DV is?
i would move to a 6. i play bari and made the switch from a 5 to a 6 and i like it a lot more. it feels more free and i like the tone better but i guess that’s up to personal preference. if you can i would try both and compare them if possible
Just bought a SuperJet tenor and baritone sax mouthpiece, am highly impressed...have been playing another high end mouthpiece on both(will not mention brand name)just to say I appreciate Mr Espina putting the quality and detail into facing/chamber instead of the fancy artwork on the exterior.
I truly respect Jody's attitude on quality versus quantity. I'm certainly no loyal fan of JodyJazz - they have a habit of making some real eye-roller marketing claims, a few of which they charge their customers quite a bit to fund - but I'll be the first to tell you they make a quality product, period, and I highly recommend trying a couple models if you haven't before. I can count on my fingers all the mouthpiece makers, past and present, big and small, of whom I can say that.
I absolutely love the DV mouthpieces! They have an amazing tone, I don’t use them though because they are incredibly recognizable, and to me it feels like when I play/listen to them I’m hearing the mouthpiece as much as the player
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Most of us now think of Jody as a Businessman first. His success speaks for itself…but what I think gets overlooked is how incredible he is at playing the saxophone. Maybe one of the best I have other heard
Great information. I actually sold Jody jazz mouthpieces about 12 years ago when I worked at Marshwoodwinds in Raleigh North Carolina.But didn’t have the clarity of the way there made back then. Fast forward 12 years later after being away from playing the sax. I picked up a HR star custom dark for my baritone. There’s not enough room here to tell you how great they are. I got a seven star, but I’m tempted to go up to the nine. I hope to go to Savannah to actually check them out next time.
I think the key statement Jody said that sums up his entire line, "no matter how bright the mouthpiece it is it has to sound full". That just nails it, sold his mouthpieces in a music store for the last decade or so and that really sums it up. Just so versatile! Even the Superjet still sounds full.
I met Jody when I was working in music retail, and in fact, he worked for the same store before I did and before he started developing and creating his mouthpieces. A super nice guy. I also have to say that the DVNY 6 mouthpiece is the best I've ever tried. The low Bb and B on my 6M never played easier and I can play all of the dynamics with no effort. I use the JJ Red with the tongue removed for my tenor. I noticed the 6M in the foreground, so it makes me think that the mouthpieces are tested on them as well as on modern horns, which is important, because part of the problem with the intonation of old horns is not the horn itself, but often because of the difference in bore sizes, etc., many modern MP's don't play well with vintage horns. JJ mouthpieces are really the best IMHO.
4:30 I have number 213 of the rose gold hand hammered in 9 opening and I absolutely love it
Great conversation! I had the pleasure of driving Jody around when he came to visit our music store a few years back. He's a super humble guy, and genuinely one of the nicest people I've met.
To Jody's point, this is exactly how I came to know the JodyJazz mouthpiece, throught one of your mouthpiece review Jay! Now I own two JodyJazz mouthpieces, two DV (alto & tenor) that I love!!!
I came in for the Mouthpieces info and walked away with a lot of insight into breath technique and that practice sessions can be divided in 4 parts to keep you playing for the long term. I don't even play the sax yet and I'm just excited to try it out!
Accidentally i have bought the jet 8 mouthpiece for my tenorsax 4 weeks ago....👍🚀
I use a Custom Dark 7* on Alto. Love it. Plays the entire range with ease of control all the way through altissimo.
Beautiful heartwarming yet savvy insight into the business.
The Jody Jazz Classic 6 was my first jazz mouthpiece. Everyone in my high school at the time did not know what a "jazz" mouthpiece was and I was one of the first to discover it. Going from my Yahmaha 5c to a Classic 6 really made a large difference, especially with the baffle. All of a sudden, all my friends started getting jazz mouthpieces too. In High school i played my classic 6 with a Vandoren V16 3.5 and in college moved to a 4. Eventually I moved to a Jet 6. I could not be any more ecsataic about Mr. Jody Espina. There were no places for me to try mouthpieces in South Florida and in my home town of Key West, and i was recomended the Classic 6 in a Sam Ash without trying any mouthpieces. When I played that Jody Jazz Classic 6 on Christmas day, I knew I would never play the saxophone the same way again. Jody is my hero and he truly changed my life.
I think Jody made a good point about being faster for making money. A lot of businesses probably think this way, but I believe in the long run quality is best as you will have more repeat business and more referrals than just making a product fast. Very interesting video. Am thinking about getting the DV NY mouthpiece number 6 as there is a package deal on it right now with a cyber Monday sale.
Hi, I have been playing a Jody Jazz HR* 7M Alto for quite a few years now and absolutely love it. Get one!
I played a DV tenor once and was blown away. One of those mouthpieces that I had to put away quickly before I had to buy one.
I use and love Jody's products. The mouthpieces are so ergonomicly perfect... I don't have to struggle to get a little bit closer to the sound I have in my mind. Great mouthpiece is the one that eliminates unnecessary obstacles and gives you freedom to play in a relaxed manner. Thank you!
I got a super jet tenor because I couldn't hear myself in loud band situations. It's a great mp for rock and funk, but it's now my favorite for jazz and ballads too. Great low end and very flexible. In my experience Jody Jazz also has great customer service and it's easy to contact them.
I wish they gave out free ones or cheaper ones, I want one so much for all state!😂
I bought a DV7 about 2 years ago. From the moment I started playing it, I fell in love with the free blowing tonal character of this mouthpiece. I love to play, but this mouthpiece just makes me so happy when I play it. I already have a great free blowing tenor, a black Nickel Keilwerth SX90R Tenor, but this mouthpiece has helped me better target altissimo notes, improve intonation, improved control,, removed stuffiness from certain notes (especially middle D) without taking away the low C, B & Bb. I have been playing on a hard rubber mouthpieces from the beginning which was 1963. Starting playing a 6* Strathon Adjustotone in 1967 and for the last 20 years on a Ralph Morgan Excalibur 6*. I never liked playing on any of the metal mouthpieces until the DV7. I recently switched to a DV7* for live performances and a DV7* New York in the recording studio. Great mouthpieces.
what is an Alto Saxophone Flute Head 8#
I had one of his early blue ones back around ‘05. Lovingly used it on my 6m. I remember that it had a removable baffle.
Love the alto DV - one of the best I’ve ever played.
Cheers Jay that was amazing 👍🏻👍🏻
Very inspiring stuff!
Jody seems like a very likable person. Are we going to get to see a clip of the gig you played together?
Sorry didn’t film any of that but should have.
I bought a DV back in 2005. I wonder how it compares to the current model.
So, the question on my mind is, what is different in the manufacture process of the Burnin' mouthpiece compared to the JodyJazz that allows you to sell it at almost 1/2 the price?
Another great vid
Met Jody at ROBERTS Music in W Warwick RI
Had all his mpc’s there. A great day, learned a lot!
Shout Out to the Mouthpiece OG....Santy Runyon! 🎷
I’ve been thinking about making the switch from my Meyer 5 alto piece to a JodyJazz DV. this video makes me want to pull the trigger on the DV. I’m in a rural area and don’t have the ability to play test. Do you think I would stay with a 5 tip opening or perhaps move to a 6 because of how free blowing the DV is?
i would move to a 6. i play bari and made the switch from a 5 to a 6 and i like it a lot more. it feels more free and i like the tone better but i guess that’s up to personal preference. if you can i would try both and compare them if possible
Unrelated topic, but is your cleaning swab kit washable, and if so with a washing machine or an other thing?
What is an Alto Saxophone Flute Head #8 Mouthpiece
Just bought a SuperJet tenor and baritone sax mouthpiece, am highly impressed...have been playing another high end mouthpiece on both(will not mention brand name)just to say I appreciate Mr Espina putting the quality and detail into facing/chamber instead of the fancy artwork on the exterior.
Are you going to show the factory?
Yes coming soon
How can I get a baritone saxophone for myself
I truly respect Jody's attitude on quality versus quantity. I'm certainly no loyal fan of JodyJazz - they have a habit of making some real eye-roller marketing claims, a few of which they charge their customers quite a bit to fund - but I'll be the first to tell you they make a quality product, period, and I highly recommend trying a couple models if you haven't before. I can count on my fingers all the mouthpiece makers, past and present, big and small, of whom I can say that.
I absolutely love the DV mouthpieces! They have an amazing tone, I don’t use them though because they are incredibly recognizable, and to me it feels like when I play/listen to them I’m hearing the mouthpiece as much as the player
Listen to my music! You will hear me!
My band director just ordered me a jet 7 for my Bari. I was gonna buy it but couldn’t put together the money comfortably.😅
Waoh you are very lucky. I have been off the bary because I can afford a personal instrument
I really want to make mouthpieces
THANKS FOR TELLING IS. INFORMING I LOVE. THE WOODWINDS. FLUTE. . ALTO SAXOPHONE AND SOPRANO SAXOPHONE.
Good mouthpiece indeed.
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The Altissimo Notes, Brother! 👍🎷🎵
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"I'm also looking for free-blowing & a full bottom"
Aren't we all?
Действительно хорош! Но не для меня! Слишком заметные частотный срез
Jody Jazz is really good! But not for me! The frequency cut is too noticeable
DV HR 🤔$$$