The Selmer Mark VI Wars (Part 2)
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
- So... my horn has some mechanical things that need addressing and it's going to take a couple of weeks to get them sorted. My repairman has a few VIs for me to try out and keep one while he fixes my horn. Can I survive without my ol' faithful? Will I end up buying another Mark VI? Will it be a back up or while my horn become the back up? Come with me on the journey to parts unknown lol.
Part 3... yes it's coming. When I got home... things were.... different...
Home is the always best for me to hear what is really going on. My room is also really dead,
so the truth is pretty apparent. I´m waiting for your next video!
I KNEW IT!! 121K all the way!!! I heard it from the first note!
I think you made the right choice. Both horns were killin' tho.
Love the sound of both Mark VIs but man I really love the look of the 121K. Either way I think you made a great choice going for the 140K, I think the deep sound of it really suits you well.
Thanks so much man! I have more coming on the 140K and the 121K
Your silver horn is still my favorite. Don't think you can find one as nice as yours no matter how many you try. Some of the really early mark six horns were very nice. You can feel the difference in the body shape when you play them. It's like a fatter feel in your hands. I think those early mark six horns used a different mold. The metal was probably a different blend also. I over hauled one that my friend owned and loved the dark rich tone when I played it. Never found one or played one since. Did the overhaul in the 80's when I was teaching school.
Yeah man VIs vary depending on a lot of things. I’ve played early ones mid ones and later ones. I guess it comes down to the metal, the care over the years too. Some the more they were played the better. So that can vary too. My silver horn has been through some things before I got it. But it still us a beast of a horn and has stood up to any horn I’ve tested. So I know it’s the horn for me
A little more Joe Hen in the alternate mouthpiece. This is really fun Stantawn, Thank you for providing
some Bright Moments!!
Keep these coming these are great! Sounding great man
121k all day! I hear ya on each horn bringing something different. You just can’t have it all, I’m affraid!
Love your sound man! You make all those horns sound great. Love your insightful comments and warm presence. Keep up the good work brotha! Also really dig the record.
Thanks Kevin thanks for watching!
Not sure what you went with in the middle of this video, but I am rooting for the 121k.
Had a real J Henderson vibe with the back up soloist.
Congratulations, always enjoy your playing, new horns may surprise!
Loved watching this- I’m nowhere near where you are at because I’m a beginner but I did spend 2 months researching which horn I wanted to upgrade to from an old horn that I was given, and I then picked 6 horns to blind test with my tutor. It was an amazing experience trying to decide, but in the end a horn picked me I think 🤔 loved your Vlog. Waving from the other side of the pond 🇬🇧 🙏
appreciate this comment Bonny! You trying out several horns before landing on the horn for you is THE WAY to do it! You will love this horn for years to come because you bonded with it!
Another Great Video!
I’m enjoying them and learning from them. Your transparency helps us realize the sound and feel and mood and what if I try this... struggle is real! 😂
it's very real bro lol
Bro - I have actually been looking forward to these videos, coming from a trumpet player, I love your sound. Keep playing for us, thanks, Peace be with you Stantawn!
Yes sir man thanks for watching!
I dig watching your journey 👊🏾🙏🏾👌🏾💯
Stantawn! I have a 5 digit Mark VI and man, it sounds like that 121K. I am digging that horn and hope you go for it. Love your playing and your maturity (and I’m 70!). I’ve owned a 1934 silver plated Selmer Super and man “silver plated” is wonderful.
sounds like you have a legendary horn there sir! Also the 1934 whew!!!! I know that's amazing too! Thanks for watching man!
@@StantawnKendrick Really appreciate how careful you are about considering all the angles and not jumping for the first WOW horn or mouthpiece. That’s sound advice. If you eventually want a backup VI or SBA and have the time and/or money, a trip to NYC (like KIm Bock’s shop) is a real eye opener! He probably has 15 tenors at any time ranging from BAs, SBAs, and 5-6 digit MK VIs - he makes amazing necks too!
@@dangutwein yeah I'm actually close to NY I remember hearing about him. I'm not sure of his methods of offering people to try horns right now during the pandemic but I definitely owe his shop a visit!
New subscriber.. this is fun. I watched your first video just finished your second and looking forward to your third. My ear goes to the unlacquered tenor. The lows on that horn are awesome and you bring the out very well. Also it has the vintage tenor sound. When you were playing through the harmonics of the horn, fantastic. So my vote goes to the unlaquered horn. BTW you got a great sound and play that sax very well.
thanks so much Lance I appreciate the comment and I appreciate you watching this journey!
Def made the right choice. To my ears that horn has more complex harmonics.
Man I knew it from part 1 you would take the 140k! For me it was kinda perfect marriage! cheers from Brazil!
Not to muddy the waters of your decision, but the 121k sounds better on this side of the camera. The low end is more lush, but it's up to you. Which one makes you want to play more?
Stay tuned… this is far from over
100% agreed
Your tone is so good. I prefer the 121K
Likewise!
So good video, regards
Hey man, just came across your channel with the RUclips algorithm recommending your vid. You sound great on ALL the horns! Haha but I think you picked the right one. I liked your original horn the best but this one was number 2 for sure... Especially if you get that leak fixed!
Yes indeed man you are 100% correct. If you made it to the end of this series... My horn reigns supreme for me
Nice man just saw part 5. It’s funny how gear can take you down rabbit holes sometimes. I’m on one now with reeds and mouthpieces... haha Glad it was educational and reinforced what I think you already knew about your horn ;)
@@kevincoltri2310 exactly!
Excelente Stantawn !!!!
Hi Stantawn, I definitely prefer the one you left behind (something about the way it sings). Overall I prefer your silver plated VI, I'm not sure what silver plating does regarding sonics though, would be good to hear your thoughts on that. Good luck with the decision making. Kind regards, Richard
I'm playing the 121K right now. Video soon!
@@StantawnKendrick glad to hear it, enjoy Stantawn 👍
I like this mouthpiece better than the one in the first Mark VI video. Seems to bring out more of the complexity and character of the vintage horns. The other mouthpiece has a purer, cleaner sound, if that makes any sense. That 140K sounds a lot better in this video with that piece! I think a 1960s Otto Link would really sound great on those horns. But those cost as much as some horns.
you know... this comment may make me break out that piece again lol. I've never played it for more than 3 days straight! I have a 60s Metal FL Otto Link :)
Aye yo def see if they have a BOGO special for ya lmao
The funny thing is that I think your backup soloist sort of smooths out the 121k. It seems as if your two mouthpieces have opposite effects on the two horns. I couldn't really tell you which horn I prefer, overall, but I think you sound more "you" on the 121k.
this is why I keep this backup soloist around. It's a different vibe. I may use it again on my silver horn as well
The sound on the first backup soloist reminded me a lot of bob reynolds
yeah it's a little bit more focused a bit less like a full bodied soloist. Got some Otto link in it
@@StantawnKendrick yea. If I remember correctly, bob plays a vintage 9 tone edge
why nobody use mark 7? not good enough?
well... Selmer changed a few things that people seem to not enjoy. I can speak for myself. I have played a MK7 and I didn't like it very much. Mostly because of the neck. They changed the angle of it and it's uncomfortable to me. Never could get the strap high or low enough to feel right. Not to mention the key work change on them.
I still feel you sound best on the 121k.
Me too :)
@@StantawnKendrick Hey Stantawn, I am really pleased that you're back posting videos on RUclips. I really enjoyed your content over the years. Please do more spontaneous overviews of Bird and others. That piece you posted on Parker was almost as amazing as Bird himself. Long live Bird!
What size is your mouthpiece?
7*