Thanks Nicholas. Started late in UA-cam, not easy to get seen. But we've got a fun little community here at the Saxophone Academy. I call them my "pack of strays." Welcome!
Best saxophone channel on UA-cam by a country mile. You won’t find a more complete exploration of the instrument (both classical and jazz playing) online.
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Just made an order for this piece based on Wally’s review. Can’t wait! Many thanks and best of luck to both of you with your pursuits. Cheers, Luke from Oz. (Melbourne).
I bought this mouthpiece as a newcomer to the saxophone world. Most videos tell beginners not to buy a expensive mouthpiece until we are more experienced. I decided to get the JA5 model so I could take advantage of the smaller tip opening that is more forgiving while I learn. I really love it! I initially bought a Yamaha 4C as a backup in case I couldn’t use the GS yet but the Yamaha just sit in my nightstand. Even as a beginner I can definitely tell a big difference in the two mouthpieces
Alright, Wally: a tenor-centric video! Another great one...thanks! It’s funny; there was a post on Sax on The Web forums regarding this mouthpiece just the other day. I’ve also seen a post where a custom piece maker (maybe Aaron Drake?) was given Stan Getz’s mouthpiece by Getz’s daughter. The mouthpiece guru reproduced it, with Getz’s tooth-marks and all. I can’t seem to find it online, however. I’m not into vintage, but I’m quite excited about a Phil-Tone Intrepid for tenor (.105 tip opening) that I’ve got coming that will replace my old Bob Ackerman .108 mouthpiece. I’ll let you know how it sounds once it arrives. If the alto counterpart is any indication, I’m sure it’s going to be great! Thanks again for the video; please keep them coming!
@@drwallysax Wally, as expected: the Phil-Tone Intrepid for tenor (.105 tip opening) is as free-blowing, versatile, robust, and complex as I thought it would be, just like its alto counterpart. I haven't tried good cane on it yet, but my Legere Signature 2 was pure bliss (the 2 1/4 was a bit too stiff). Very exciting! Happy to say that I'm done looking at tenor mouthpieces for a long time!
@@AaronTMartin Hey! Congrats man!!!! I'll have to try one sometime! At the current rate of channel growth, I should have enough subscribers to warrant free gear around 2035!
Super review. i will wait and see what other things GS comes up with. I own several SYOS mps and they play great. Thank you for a great Vlog, and I am waiting for the tenor version of your 56 alto Mp.
Your tone and playing is superb and your dry humor is out of this world! :) Curious where the darkness/brightness scale of the GS Reso falls compared to a common mouthpiece like .. say a Meyer 7 or 8. Similar? Brighter/edgier? Darker/warmer?
First, thanks for the kind words, AndyPanda! As for the Reso - it's fairly dark - not much edge. I've heard, however, Brian has updated the Reso and it's a bit more free? Happy new year!
Thanks for the great review Dr Wally. Love your tone on this piece as well as Dereck from SaxSpy.... of course sound is unique to the player but your video definitely shows the potential. It would be interesting to see how this piece compares to other Reso Chamber remakes. I did try another maker's copy that did not play as expected. Brian, GetaSax, is a great vendor with exceptional knowledge... and a real nice guy... atleast from my ineractions. I look forward to trying one of his mouthpieces... especially looking forward to an alto piece.
First, thanks for your kind words Robert! I've had great interactions with Brian, like you, and many of my friends. He's got alto pieces in the works, I'm excited too!
I would love to hear your thoughts on the SK Origin mouthpiece. The Origin and Brian's GA Slant are the two most alluring pieces on the market to me currently. If Brian ever makes the Slant in a black finish I'd be all over it.
Never heard of SK mouthpieces, but the GS line will likely only come in tooth color for the foreseeable future (given the dental resin they are using).
Nice demo and discussion! I'm waiting on a 6* version of the GS Reso right now. You can order different tip openings by request, and while none of the custom tips are based on the Freddie Gregory facing, I believe they're modeled on Brian's favorite regular Reso Chamber. Can't wait to try it...
I think you're going to love it! Keep me posted and let me know how it goes - look me up and instagram and tag me in a playing sample if you're up to it!
I'd love a brilhart hard rubber replica, I saw they had a few ones in the shop for VERY high prices, but who knows maybe that'll be their next project :)
The mouthpiece I designed in partnership with Windy City Woodwinds is HEAVILY influenced (nearly an homage) to my Brilhart. It's 3D PLA right now....but maybe soon your wish will come true ;)
Oh yes! There are big plans for the alto. He's got plans for a NY Meyer and (fingers crossed) an MC Gregory like Paul Desmond played. I'll be camping outside his house to get that one first.
Softer reeds? My guess is that like other 1940s early Links and Dukoff the facing might be on the short side of things- 22-23mm. Any comments with regards to the speed of articulation, low end VS altissimo response, resistance, intonation? Brian being one of the top dealer of vintage horn and mouthpieces on this continent, my guess is that if he likes this reso, it must be pretty darn good... Great tone on tenor Dr Wallace!
Very middle of the road in most regards. Low end was good, but more resistant than most modern pieces - very easy to subtone. Altissimo was fine, but not nearly as easy as a modern piece with a sizeable baffle. Great question. Hope you have a great weekend, Marco!
I'm totally with you on SYOS. I took delivery of two recently through a promo; one went straight on eBay. For me, they are too light and feel weird. Also, the table is so uneven.
@@drwallysax My two instruments are vintage. Alto is an Art Deco Aristocrat, 1937. I use a D'Addario SJ with a 5 tip. My remaining Syos is a Saxologic signature model 7 tip. I've not decided if I like it yet, mostly because I e barely played it! My tenor is a Holton 241 and I use a Vandoren V16 T6. For both I use 2.5 reeds, mix of Vandoren red box and D'Addario SJ 2M.
@@johnvallis7223 A bizarre number of my saxophone friends are Canadian. I like to give them a hard time. BUT my favorite joke: Question: How do you get 30 drunk Canadians out of a pool? Answer: Ask them to get out of the pool
@@drwallysax That's Great! Lol! Dr. Wally, it's clear that your poke at Canadians is very good-natured. And, with your sense of humour, and warm nature, I'd like to make you an honorary Canadian. What do you think, eh? I mean, only if it's alright with you. I don't want to seem pushy, or offend in any way, or step on any toes, or...
Try soaking the brikhart in lemon juice for 25 minutes. That should totally dissolve any discoloration or crusty stuff. I have done that same process on a vintage brikhart white mouthpiece personally and was very successful.
Hey Diogo! I really shouldn't do a review - I've got my own line of mouthpieces now and it would be tough (and a conflict of interest) to do a review! I'll be releasing my own version of the Meyer later this year, so I'll be interested to see what you think!
@@drwallysax I am italian, but I live and work in Sweden since 2000. More of a clarinet player than a saxophone player. If you have a minute you can have a look at my channel, I have some reviews on Syos clarinet mouthpieces. Bass clarinet mouthpiece review next
Great video, frankly great channel. Just found you and signed up for the "FREE" Fundamentals masterclass. Thank you very much for both. Also, quick question regarding this mouthpiece versus the Windy City Woodwinds mouthpiece since it is half the price. Also, I heard through the grapevine that you've got something "cooking" along the lines of the "56". Looking forward to hearing more soon. Cheers!
Except for the color, it really looks like an Otto Link mp. I am a bit skeptical about the SYOS, because of the plastic, the color (and it does not seal when you check for air leaks), but most of the reviews show that it does produce a good sound.
Does it help the bottom range speak consistently with little ease . I like my tenor to sound as low as possible almost baritone like. Thanks for the info
Unfortunately, I sold mine last year. But, I thought it was a good mouthpiece! Not being a Selmer artist, it's not likely I'll be sent one on loan (or free)- so a review is unlikely. Sorry!
Dr Wally, I love the Content, you have helped me massively. Thank you. Just for fun I'd like to know your top 5 favorite sax solos. Also where can I hear / buy your recordings?
That would make a fun video, I'll see what I can do! As for recordings, if I can ever send my kids back to school, I've got a project and band lined up. Thanks for asking, very kind!
Not yet. Not sure why Morgan is sitting on those. But, Brian at getasax.com does have some excellent Gregory alto pieces he may scan. I will be first in line to buy one.
@@drwallysax FYI I reached out to Morgan (March 2020) about the Gregory alto molds and their reply was ‘Unfortunately we have so many irons in the fire right now that we just can’t get these models into our cycle. There is pre-work that is needed on the molds before we can even use them. And the cost to manufacture may force a rather high retail price, one that we are not sure players will pay, most especially on alto. Dave really wants to do a run on these sometime but it may be close to year end before that happens. Check back later this year, say October, and we should know by then if we will be pursuing these models. We appreciate the interest!’
@@bennysuts814 Thanks for the update, Benny! I must admit, I paid $300 for a "Large Chamber" and was terribly disappointed. I think I'd rather find a non-Morgan alternative to the Gregory.
you’re right....Morgan suggested I get an ML chamber (NY model) and it’s the furthest thing from what I wanted. Bought it used so at least not too expensive . If your 56 mouthpiece was available in a .075 I’d be all over it. I play a Selmer soloist that was rechambered to be like a brilhart, but standard vintage soloists are great for that vibe too. Have you tried the Aizen Gregory copy?
That’s correct. Pick FedEx in checkout for the fastest shipping for only $25. Some got to the UK in 2 days which is nuts. Usually a week is more likely.
Hi Dr Wally. Mouthpieces, what an unusual topic. Love the video. Are you familiar with Lance Burton's notion of mouthpiece matching? And have you ever heard of Anton Wienberg mouthpieces and his 'second chamber' concept? If not, I think you'd be intrigued. BTW I'm not Lance or Anton and I have no connection to either.
@@drwallysax Ok, but you won't be if you try one with a second chamber. Its not as drastic as it sounds and its been done on other makes too, Larsen I think. Its a shallow hollowing out - a scoop, about a one third of an inch long across the baffle a little way from the tip. I was given one to try and it was very similar to a Meyer which I have, but (and this is the thing) , the sound was surprisingly wide and 'Phil Woods' like. I couldn't get my own as Anton is retired and there's no second chamber examples left.He was an astonishing good clarinetist, and repairer, and his designs (but not the second chamber type) are now marketed under the Windcraft name in the UK. If you're interested enough theres some stuff on the web showing it and a downloadable book Anton wrote about mouthpiece design. I tried to interest SYOS into researching it but I can't afford to pay them to do it. I spoke to a mouthpiece maker here in UK Eddie Pillinger and he did know of it and understood the physics. I play Lakeys 7*3 now on alto and I wanted him to maybe modify one with that scoop in the baffle but again, its resources, (money). But maybe this is something the 3D makers you know would be interested in exploring. Lance's Mouthpiece matching is something else. Which if you'd like I'd explain maybe elsewhere. But it too is something mp makers might explore. And since first posting this I came across a video of Anton himself, I bet you didn't know this!!! ua-cam.com/video/-mqi17FfUy4/v-deo.html Turns out we have the organ builders to blame!! www.saxontheweb.net/threads/weinberg-emanon-double-chamber-double-baffle-mouthpiece.151342/ This has a post with some good photos of the mp and its scoop.
Hey Ron! First, thanks for the kind words. I had a Beechler tonaliex for alto, and honestly, it felt VERY different. Although they're both white (which if I'm honest, is one of the reasons I bought the tonalex) the interior shape is VERY different. I think you'll find the Reso much more mellow. Have a great weekend!
@@drwallysax Good to know! Main reason I got the white tonalex was to see how it worked with my plasticover reeds, Sonically and visually as those black reeds are a pain to adjust with dark mouthpieces. I am actually going to their factory Monday, They might do some tweaks on it for me, maybe enlarge the small chamber-we’ll see!
This is a great review -- the laughter was a big plus! Another video to watch (although it's focused on the C-Melody mouthpiece) can be seen here: ua-cam.com/video/prCoQ0RofF4/v-deo.html
Great channel Dr Wallace, but I do feel you're being a bit unfair to SYOS! I have a tenor mouthpiece made by them and I love it,and honestly,the material it's made of really makes no difference to how it plays, and I'm sure that all the pro players who use them wouldn't do so unless they were good enough to do the Job.
Hey Ian! I agree material has very little effect on sound, it's the quality of printing and finishing I pointed out. My big issue is the price. It's a couple dollars worth of plastic filament and with rough edges. Never said they sounded bad, but should they really cost $200? As for the pros that play them? Ask them how much they make in affiliate sales. You might be surprised by the answer. But, promise I'll do a fair review if I get my hands on one.
Saxophone Academy thanks for reply Dr Wallace I can only speak from my own experience, my mouthpiece doesn’t have any rough edges on it and I’d say that the overall finish is pretty smooth, I realise that the artist probably do ok financially but there is plenty of evidence out there that shows they do use them on gigs etc.but I do agree that price with all sax related things can be eye watering ‘'twas ever thus I guess, please don’t think I was casting doubt on your integrity, I respect your views and opinion and in the fifty+years that I’ve been playing,I’ve learned that you’re never too old to learn,and I’ve learned and been entertained by your videos thank you
I think we're on the same page, I agree that many pros sound fantastic on them. I also believe they genuinely love the mouthpiece. My issue is really only the price. You and I are old enough to remember Amway, and to my understanding, a lot of the price of SYOS goes to affiliate marketing. Then again, is that much different than price markup from distributor to retailer with traditional brands? I'm not fully decided. But, if at the end of the day it sounds good and the player loves it, that's ALL that matters. Thanks for the kind words, I hope you have a great weekend!
I noticed your brilhart is a 3 opening (a modern 5 if I’m correct). Has it been refaced to open it up? Or have you made the switch to a smaller tip opening? From videos I know you play a 7-8 on alto.
Good eye, Owen. It measures at a 5, thought it's not refaced (vintage Brilhart markings are hilariously inaccurate). The 5 feels like a 7 Meyer. Have a great weekend, my friend.
I have tried three SYOS mouthpieces and I'm not very satisfied with the finishing quality and they didn't seal very well. Sound and response was good, but ultimately, I did not like the feel of the synthetic material.
Hey Doc, not to get off subject, but If you were in the market for a new tenor (no budgetary constraints) what would it be? Thanks for your consideration.
Yamaha 82Z without high F# key. I doubt the extra tone hole makes much of a difference, but I'd always wonder if I bought the normal one! Personally, I like the gold lacquer version. That said, I've owned the Yamaha 62 tenor (seen in this video) since 1999. Nothing I've played has made me want to upgrade. On the vintage side, I'd be tempted to try an old "cigar cutter" Selmer. Zoot played one, I've always loved Zoot! What about you? What are you looking at Dennis?
@@drwallysax Your secret is safe. And now I have leverage. It's a win win. Apart from sounding nice in your clip, those pieces look great too. I really like the white.
I am completely and utterly confused why I haven’t heard of this channel before. This content is such high quality!
Thanks Nicholas. Started late in UA-cam, not easy to get seen. But we've got a fun little community here at the Saxophone Academy. I call them my "pack of strays." Welcome!
This is my favorite channel
Look at the older posts. It Will even been more incredible for you. Dr Wallace is just amazing. Greetings from France
Best saxophone channel on UA-cam by a country mile. You won’t find a more complete exploration of the instrument (both classical and jazz playing) online.
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I was dumb lost my login password. I appreciate any help you can give me.
Who can forget the great West Coast altoist Hal Itosis?
I actually laughed out loud. Well played sir.
Dude, thanks for the review! This is top quality. Very encouraging also.
I'm excited about the future of GS Mouthpieces, you're off to a great start!
Just made an order for this piece based on Wally’s review. Can’t wait! Many thanks and best of luck to both of you with your pursuits. Cheers, Luke from Oz. (Melbourne).
@@lukeserrano62 Awesome! Let me know how you like it!
@@drwallysax definitely will do!
I have the GS Super Sonic and it plays great 😊
Wow, this piece is perfect for my playing needs. Nice west coast jazz sound!
I bought this mouthpiece as a newcomer to the saxophone world. Most videos tell beginners not to buy a expensive mouthpiece until we are more experienced. I decided to get the JA5 model so I could take advantage of the smaller tip opening that is more forgiving while I learn. I really love it! I initially bought a Yamaha 4C as a backup in case I couldn’t use the GS yet but the Yamaha just sit in my nightstand. Even as a beginner I can definitely tell a big difference in the two mouthpieces
I've been playing mine for almost 2 months and I absolutely love it!
That makes me INCREDIBLY happy to hear! It's a great piece to be sure. Have a wonderful Christmas, Rick!
Hey Wally! Fun to hang. I did get pics of that square tone hole sax... it's quite a monster📸
Pics or it didn't happen!
what brand does those saxophones? that sounds so crazy ahahahah
"...so I downloaded a fingering chart and bought a brand new tenor mouthpiece" I love it! Great video as usual by the way!
Thanks Sandro, happy practicing my friend!
Check out Derek's excellent UA-cam Content: ua-cam.com/channels/qnPZTQB8hhXlDE4pYqVslQ.html
Alright, Wally: a tenor-centric video! Another great one...thanks!
It’s funny; there was a post on Sax on The Web forums regarding this mouthpiece just the other day.
I’ve also seen a post where a custom piece maker (maybe Aaron Drake?) was given Stan Getz’s mouthpiece by Getz’s daughter. The mouthpiece guru reproduced it, with Getz’s tooth-marks and all. I can’t seem to find it online, however.
I’m not into vintage, but I’m quite excited about a Phil-Tone Intrepid for tenor (.105 tip opening) that I’ve got coming that will replace my old Bob Ackerman .108 mouthpiece. I’ll let you know how it sounds once it arrives. If the alto counterpart is any indication, I’m sure it’s going to be great!
Thanks again for the video; please keep them coming!
Definitely keep me updated, Aaron. Will be interested to hear about it!
@@drwallysax Wally, as expected: the Phil-Tone Intrepid for tenor (.105 tip opening) is as free-blowing, versatile, robust, and complex as I thought it would be, just like its alto counterpart. I haven't tried good cane on it yet, but my Legere Signature 2 was pure bliss (the 2 1/4 was a bit too stiff). Very exciting! Happy to say that I'm done looking at tenor mouthpieces for a long time!
@@AaronTMartin Hey! Congrats man!!!! I'll have to try one sometime! At the current rate of channel growth, I should have enough subscribers to warrant free gear around 2035!
I just can back from school and I have a treat on you tube let’s gooooo
This made my day, thanks you fantastic homicidal chicken!
"I downloaded a fingering chart" made me laugh way too hard.
Super review. i will wait and see what other things GS comes up with. I own several SYOS mps and they play great. Thank you for a great Vlog, and I am waiting for the tenor version of your 56 alto Mp.
Thanks, Bob. We're working on it!
Your tone and playing is superb and your dry humor is out of this world! :) Curious where the darkness/brightness scale of the GS Reso falls compared to a common mouthpiece like .. say a Meyer 7 or 8. Similar? Brighter/edgier? Darker/warmer?
First, thanks for the kind words, AndyPanda! As for the Reso - it's fairly dark - not much edge. I've heard, however, Brian has updated the Reso and it's a bit more free? Happy new year!
Thanks for the great review Dr
Wally. Love your tone on this piece as well as Dereck from SaxSpy.... of course sound is unique to the player but your video definitely shows the potential. It would be interesting to see how this piece compares to other Reso Chamber remakes. I did try another maker's copy that did not play as expected.
Brian, GetaSax, is a great vendor with exceptional knowledge... and a real nice guy... atleast from my ineractions. I look forward to trying one of his mouthpieces... especially looking forward to an alto piece.
First, thanks for your kind words Robert! I've had great interactions with Brian, like you, and many of my friends. He's got alto pieces in the works, I'm excited too!
I would love to hear your thoughts on the SK Origin mouthpiece. The Origin and Brian's GA Slant are the two most alluring pieces on the market to me currently. If Brian ever makes the Slant in a black finish I'd be all over it.
Never heard of SK mouthpieces, but the GS line will likely only come in tooth color for the foreseeable future (given the dental resin they are using).
Nice demo and discussion! I'm waiting on a 6* version of the GS Reso right now. You can order different tip openings by request, and while none of the custom tips are based on the Freddie Gregory facing, I believe they're modeled on Brian's favorite regular Reso Chamber. Can't wait to try it...
I think you're going to love it! Keep me posted and let me know how it goes - look me up and instagram and tag me in a playing sample if you're up to it!
How did it work for you?
@@jopeco2538 It's great, seriously one of the best mouthpieces I've tried. They also offer a Slant model now.
@@AustinShadduck great !
Nice sound with that m/piece!!
Thanks Costas, happy Sunday my friend.
@@drwallysax My pleasure!!
Sounded very good!
Thanks Ponch! Have a great weekend!
I'd love a brilhart hard rubber replica, I saw they had a few ones in the shop for VERY high prices, but who knows maybe that'll be their next project :)
The mouthpiece I designed in partnership with Windy City Woodwinds is HEAVILY influenced (nearly an homage) to my Brilhart. It's 3D PLA right now....but maybe soon your wish will come true ;)
My dentist has a lot of explaining to do.😂
Hi Doc, nice to see you back! I wonder if an Alto GS is in their plans... I'd love it. Thanks for the video
Oh yes! There are big plans for the alto. He's got plans for a NY Meyer and (fingers crossed) an MC Gregory like Paul Desmond played. I'll be camping outside his house to get that one first.
@@drwallysax Second !... I'm the second one in the list...
He’s got a Meyer New York alto already.
Softer reeds? My guess is that like other 1940s early Links and Dukoff the facing might be on the short side of things- 22-23mm. Any comments with regards to the speed of articulation, low end VS altissimo response, resistance, intonation? Brian being one of the top dealer of vintage horn and mouthpieces on this continent, my guess is that if he likes this reso, it must be pretty darn good... Great tone on tenor Dr Wallace!
Very middle of the road in most regards. Low end was good, but more resistant than most modern pieces - very easy to subtone. Altissimo was fine, but not nearly as easy as a modern piece with a sizeable baffle. Great question. Hope you have a great weekend, Marco!
I'm totally with you on SYOS. I took delivery of two recently through a promo; one went straight on eBay. For me, they are too light and feel weird. Also, the table is so uneven.
Ah, sorry to hear that Francis. When you spend that kind of money, you should definitely be pleased with the piece! What are you playing these days?
@@drwallysax My two instruments are vintage. Alto is an Art Deco Aristocrat, 1937. I use a D'Addario SJ with a 5 tip. My remaining Syos is a Saxologic signature model 7 tip. I've not decided if I like it yet, mostly because I e barely played it! My tenor is a Holton 241 and I use a Vandoren V16 T6. For both I use 2.5 reeds, mix of Vandoren red box and D'Addario SJ 2M.
Hey Dr Wallace good to see you again.
Hope all is well.
Hey Samuel! how's the land down under? Hopefully cooler than over here. Hope you have a great weekend!
It’s going well, it’s around 18 Celsius but on the way up.
I hope you and your family are doing well.
Stay safe.
A Big Shout-Out from Canada, Dr.! (The nicest folks on Earth.)
No one is that nice. Seems suspicious....
@@drwallysax Canadians--we're Vitamin Eh!
@@johnvallis7223 A bizarre number of my saxophone friends are Canadian. I like to give them a hard time. BUT
my favorite joke:
Question: How do you get 30 drunk Canadians out of a pool?
Answer: Ask them to get out of the pool
@@drwallysax That's Great! Lol! Dr. Wally, it's clear that your poke at Canadians is very good-natured. And, with your sense of humour, and warm nature, I'd like to make you an honorary Canadian. What do you think, eh? I mean, only if it's alright with you. I don't want to seem pushy, or offend in any way, or step on any toes, or...
@@johnvallis7223 Ha! Will gladly accept. My wife and I have been eyeing a move to B.C. for some time.
Try soaking the brikhart in lemon juice for 25 minutes. That should totally dissolve any discoloration or crusty stuff. I have done that same process on a vintage brikhart white mouthpiece personally and was very successful.
I'll give that a try, thanks for the tip!
Hey Dr. Wallace, could you do a review on the GS NY Meyer alto sax mouthpiece please? Thanks for the videos! They are so good!
Hey Diogo! I really shouldn't do a review - I've got my own line of mouthpieces now and it would be tough (and a conflict of interest) to do a review! I'll be releasing my own version of the Meyer later this year, so I'll be interested to see what you think!
Hit the thumbs up button at “Toothalin”. 😂
Thanks for doing your part, Craig. These bad dad-jokes will be seen by dozens. Dozens I say!
You sound great on tenor too, professor. Thank you for your contents!
Thanks Andrea, that's very kind. Hope you have a great weekend, where you practicing, Italy?
@@drwallysax I am italian, but I live and work in Sweden since 2000. More of a clarinet player than a saxophone player. If you have a minute you can have a look at my channel, I have some reviews on Syos clarinet mouthpieces. Bass clarinet mouthpiece review next
I got to get one of those tenor fingering charts! 🤔
it was too confusing. I had my teacher put color coded stickers on the keys.
Great video, frankly great channel. Just found you and signed up for the "FREE" Fundamentals masterclass. Thank you very much for both. Also, quick question regarding this mouthpiece versus the Windy City Woodwinds mouthpiece since it is half the price. Also, I heard through the grapevine that you've got something "cooking" along the lines of the "56". Looking forward to hearing more soon. Cheers!
56 Tenor is in the works! I like the Reso, but find the WCW pieces play better.
Except for the color, it really looks like an Otto Link mp. I am a bit skeptical about the SYOS, because of the plastic, the color (and it does not seal when you check for air leaks), but most of the reviews show that it does produce a good sound.
I agree. I've heard some players sound great on them. My issue is with the price!
Does it help the bottom range speak consistently with little ease . I like my tenor to sound as low as possible almost baritone like. Thanks for the info
How long did you study that fingering chart after you downloaded it? You must be a fast learner! :)
I cheated with some color coded stickers on the keys. Opening lick is: blue-red. green blue red pink.
Can you review the Selmer concept mouthpiece. I would love to hear your opinion on it
Unfortunately, I sold mine last year. But, I thought it was a good mouthpiece! Not being a Selmer artist, it's not likely I'll be sent one on loan (or free)- so a review is unlikely. Sorry!
Dr Wally, I love the Content, you have helped me massively. Thank you. Just for fun I'd like to know your top 5 favorite sax solos. Also where can I hear / buy your recordings?
That would make a fun video, I'll see what I can do! As for recordings, if I can ever send my kids back to school, I've got a project and band lined up. Thanks for asking, very kind!
Hey could you do a review on the Selmer concept ?
I'll see if I can work up a classical roundup at some point. Happy weekend, Jesus.
Has the Paul Desmond mouthpiece from the old Gregory moulds been made yet?
Not yet. Not sure why Morgan is sitting on those. But, Brian at getasax.com does have some excellent Gregory alto pieces he may scan. I will be first in line to buy one.
Never play a mpc made from mould, let alone old mould.
@@drwallysax FYI I reached out to Morgan (March 2020) about the Gregory alto molds and their reply was ‘Unfortunately we have so many irons in the fire right now that we just can’t get these models into our cycle. There is pre-work that is needed on the molds before we can even use them. And the cost to manufacture may force a rather high retail price, one that we are not sure players will pay, most especially on alto.
Dave really wants to do a run on these sometime but it may be close to year end before that happens. Check back later this year, say October, and we should know by then if we will be pursuing these models. We appreciate the interest!’
@@bennysuts814 Thanks for the update, Benny! I must admit, I paid $300 for a "Large Chamber" and was terribly disappointed. I think I'd rather find a non-Morgan alternative to the Gregory.
you’re right....Morgan suggested I get an ML chamber (NY model) and it’s the furthest thing from what I wanted. Bought it used so at least not too expensive .
If your 56 mouthpiece was available in a .075 I’d be all over it. I play a Selmer soloist that was rechambered to be like a brilhart, but standard vintage soloists are great for that vibe too.
Have you tried the Aizen Gregory copy?
Great to hear you reviewing a tenor sax mouthpiece and a classic copy. Does anyone know if they'll be available in the UK by any chance?
Asking Brian....stand by...
$25 shipping, 3-5 days arrival to UK
That’s correct. Pick FedEx in checkout for the fastest shipping for only $25. Some got to the UK in 2 days which is nuts. Usually a week is more likely.
@@drwallysax thank you especially for such a immediate reply!
Hi Dr Wally. Mouthpieces, what an unusual topic. Love the video. Are you familiar with Lance Burton's notion of mouthpiece matching? And have you ever heard of Anton Wienberg mouthpieces and his 'second chamber' concept?
If not, I think you'd be intrigued.
BTW I'm not Lance or Anton and I have no connection to either.
Never heard of either, but I'm honestly very content with Adolph Sax's original "single" chamber design!
@@drwallysax Ok, but you won't be if you try one with a second chamber. Its not as drastic as it sounds and its been done on other makes too, Larsen I think.
Its a shallow hollowing out - a scoop, about a one third of an inch long across the baffle a little way from the tip.
I was given one to try and it was very similar to a Meyer which I have, but (and this is the thing) , the sound was surprisingly wide and 'Phil Woods' like. I couldn't get my own as Anton is retired and there's no second chamber examples left.He was an astonishing good clarinetist, and repairer, and his designs (but not the second chamber type) are now marketed under the Windcraft name in the UK.
If you're interested enough theres some stuff on the web showing it and a downloadable book Anton wrote about mouthpiece design.
I tried to interest SYOS into researching it but I can't afford to pay them to do it.
I spoke to a mouthpiece maker here in UK Eddie Pillinger and he did know of it and understood the physics. I play Lakeys 7*3 now on alto and I wanted him to maybe modify one with that scoop in the baffle but again, its resources, (money).
But maybe this is something the 3D makers you know would be interested in exploring.
Lance's Mouthpiece matching is something else. Which if you'd like I'd explain maybe elsewhere. But it too is something mp makers might explore.
And since first posting this I came across a video of Anton himself, I bet you didn't know this!!!
ua-cam.com/video/-mqi17FfUy4/v-deo.html
Turns out we have the organ builders to blame!!
www.saxontheweb.net/threads/weinberg-emanon-double-chamber-double-baffle-mouthpiece.151342/
This has a post with some good photos of the mp and its scoop.
You sound fantastic sir, love that tone! I recently got a Beechler tonalex, #6 small chamber, medium baffle. Is this similar to what you were playing?
Hey Ron! First, thanks for the kind words. I had a Beechler tonaliex for alto, and honestly, it felt VERY different. Although they're both white (which if I'm honest, is one of the reasons I bought the tonalex) the interior shape is VERY different. I think you'll find the Reso much more mellow. Have a great weekend!
@@drwallysax Good to know! Main reason I got the white tonalex was to see how it worked with my plasticover reeds, Sonically and visually as those black reeds are a pain to adjust with dark mouthpieces. I am actually going to their factory Monday, They might do some tweaks on it for me, maybe enlarge the small chamber-we’ll see!
This is a great review -- the laughter was a big plus! Another video to watch (although it's focused on the C-Melody mouthpiece) can be seen here: ua-cam.com/video/prCoQ0RofF4/v-deo.html
Great channel Dr Wallace, but I do feel you're being a bit unfair to SYOS! I have a tenor mouthpiece made by them and I love it,and honestly,the material it's made of really makes no difference to how it plays, and I'm sure that all the pro players who use them wouldn't do so unless they were good enough to do the Job.
Hey Ian! I agree material has very little effect on sound, it's the quality of printing and finishing I pointed out. My big issue is the price. It's a couple dollars worth of plastic filament and with rough edges. Never said they sounded bad, but should they really cost $200? As for the pros that play them? Ask them how much they make in affiliate sales. You might be surprised by the answer.
But, promise I'll do a fair review if I get my hands on one.
Saxophone Academy thanks for reply Dr Wallace I can only speak from my own experience, my mouthpiece doesn’t have any rough edges on it and I’d say that the overall finish is pretty smooth, I realise that the artist probably do ok financially but there is plenty of evidence out there that shows they do use them on gigs etc.but I do agree that price with all sax related things can be eye watering ‘'twas ever thus I guess, please don’t think I was casting doubt on your integrity, I respect your views and opinion and in the fifty+years that I’ve been playing,I’ve learned that you’re never too old to learn,and I’ve learned and been entertained by your videos thank you
I think we're on the same page, I agree that many pros sound fantastic on them. I also believe they genuinely love the mouthpiece. My issue is really only the price. You and I are old enough to remember Amway, and to my understanding, a lot of the price of SYOS goes to affiliate marketing. Then again, is that much different than price markup from distributor to retailer with traditional brands? I'm not fully decided. But, if at the end of the day it sounds good and the player loves it, that's ALL that matters. Thanks for the kind words, I hope you have a great weekend!
Saxophone Academy and I hope you have a great weekend also
I noticed your brilhart is a 3 opening (a modern 5 if I’m correct). Has it been refaced to open it up? Or have you made the switch to a smaller tip opening? From videos I know you play a 7-8 on alto.
Good eye, Owen. It measures at a 5, thought it's not refaced (vintage Brilhart markings are hilariously inaccurate). The 5 feels like a 7 Meyer. Have a great weekend, my friend.
I have tried three SYOS mouthpieces and I'm not very satisfied with the finishing quality and they didn't seal very well. Sound and response was good, but ultimately, I did not like the feel of the synthetic material.
Evan, much respect. I really like my SYOS; I demo’d about 10 in their Paris HQ, and don’t regret it.
I WANT A TENOR 56!!!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Dr. Wally!!! 🙇🏻♂️
We're working on it, Leo!
@@drwallysax 🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰🥰
@@LeoNovel I still want to see the photo of the 56 in Paris!!
Hey Doc, not to get off subject, but If you were in the market for a new tenor (no budgetary constraints) what would it be? Thanks for your consideration.
Yamaha 82Z without high F# key. I doubt the extra tone hole makes much of a difference, but I'd always wonder if I bought the normal one! Personally, I like the gold lacquer version. That said, I've owned the Yamaha 62 tenor (seen in this video) since 1999. Nothing I've played has made me want to upgrade.
On the vintage side, I'd be tempted to try an old "cigar cutter" Selmer. Zoot played one, I've always loved Zoot!
What about you? What are you looking at Dennis?
Thanks for that, Doc.
Me want
I have a sinking feeling I'm going to collect them all. Like really expensive Pokemon. Don't tell my wife.
@@drwallysax Your secret is safe. And now I have leverage. It's a win win. Apart from sounding nice in your clip, those pieces look great too. I really like the white.