Dude, amazing video! You sound awesome on tenor and shout out to Alex for ripping it up on all these horns! Since a lot of people ask about how the different pricing works, here's some information about the different Nexus builds. The Nexus Select and Nexus One are priced higher than the Nexus Premier because of a few reasons: 1. The Nexus Select and Nexus One are finished with Bare Brass, as opposed to the Nexus Premier, which has the Dark Cognac lacquer. The bare brass is more complex to manufacture and requires a different handling process, which raises the cost of production. The Nexus Select, our most premium model, is the same build as the Nexus One but features a silver-plated bell, raising that price a bit more. 2. The Nexus Select and Nexus One are more modified for weight reduction. Although the Nexus Premier is still lighter than other new horns, the Nexus Select and Nexus One are literally the lightest modern saxophones on market (to our knowledge) which also requires more complex production. 3. The Nexus Select and Nexus One include an anodized bell brace. 4. The Nexus Premier features a high F# key, which is a more standard option, and allows for lower manufacturing cost. Other than the elements above, all of our artist-level horns are a similar build, and we’re able to price our horns lower than other brands since we’re a boutique line that deals direct to the consumer, we keep our margins modest, and we produce small batches so we can manage all our quality control in house. Other than the elements above, all of our artist level horns are a similar build, and we're able to price our horns lower than other brands since we're a boutique line that deals direct to the consumer, we keep our margins modest, and we produce small batches so we can manage all our quality control in house.
As a Jazz Alto player just going into college in August I'm actually currently looking for getting a tenor and you sold me on Nexus! I'm definitely checking these things out!
Great video, Nathan. I’ll never forget this one Q&A livestream that Jack Tyler held in late 2020 that I watched while at the gym. At the time, the Heritage neck was new, and the Superlative ligature was in the making, but only with prospect for the equipment to be pertinent to the tenor. At the time, Jack claimed to have an ongoing disinterest in designing a horn because he did not know how to go about dealing with the market. Fast forward to 2024, and he has carved his way well into the premium tier of modern saxophone manufacturing companies. It is awesome to live at the same time as such an inspired and passionate community, and to be able to exchange with these people at a moment’s notice due to our expanding networks.
I think this Nexus Premier might be the winner of the line. There is way more brilliance to the sound than on the others, and to me it won over Weissenberg. The Weissenberg is quite bright, the Premier is middle of the road sound profile, its really able to go either way, bright or dark, depending on the players mouthpiece and reed setup.
Ive been playing the nexus Premier since it came out, it is the best horn I have ever played by far. Would highly recommend trying it, i get a huge effortless sound on it. In my opinion it is better then the Yamaha's that i had previously played.
Would you mind saying what types of Yamaha's you've played? I currently play a second-hand YTS-62 and would be interested in how it compares to the Nexus Premier.
Ive been playing Alto sax for a very long time, over 18 years since highschool and college.... Ive been wanting to look into tenors for a long time. Once I get the money up and such later this year I will for sure look into it. This Video really helps me narrow out some brands too. I like the Nexus sound. Its still all about equipment and gear though. Its really all about that mouthpiece too. Great work. Great Vid as always Saxologic. I wish I had a mentor. P.S. I love the high F Sharp Key. I dont know what the hell is with some horns not having them. I though they stopped making saxes like that.
I have a same Tenor Case (GL Case) which is made in Taiwan, good quality. light weight and extra position for neck (you don't need to put the neck in the horn), excellent case!
Maybe I am crazy but with my headphones, and Tannoy speakers cranked and low volume I like the Premier the best! Now like he said the setup he has is for his horn.
They all sound pretty good it would come to player preference on what he/she is hearing while playing, I d be happy with anyone of those they sound great.
That’s a damn good horn. I hope that price doesn’t go up dramatically because I’m hoping to save up enough money to buy one. (I’m an alto player but I’m looking to buy my first tenor.) Also, not to sound like a total hipster, but I love the small-business, DIY style of musician-made instruments. As great as Selmer or Yamaha horns are, I especially love saxophones that are made by players and are sold by players.
i always find your tenor videos interesting because for some reason, and I still cant figure out why, you can always tell that your an alto player based on ur tenor sound
Weissenberg ? Is Heissenberg into saxophones nowadays? Cause theres a european weissenberg company also that sells Weisenbergs...weird that this company didnt look that up before
Dude, amazing video! You sound awesome on tenor and shout out to Alex for ripping it up on all these horns!
Since a lot of people ask about how the different pricing works, here's some information about the different Nexus builds.
The Nexus Select and Nexus One are priced higher than the Nexus Premier because of a few reasons:
1. The Nexus Select and Nexus One are finished with Bare Brass, as opposed to the Nexus Premier, which has the Dark Cognac lacquer. The bare brass is more complex to manufacture and requires a different handling process, which raises the cost of production.
The Nexus Select, our most premium model, is the same build as the Nexus One but features a silver-plated bell, raising that price a bit more.
2. The Nexus Select and Nexus One are more modified for weight reduction. Although the Nexus Premier is still lighter than other new horns, the Nexus Select and Nexus One are literally the lightest modern saxophones on market (to our knowledge) which also requires more complex production.
3. The Nexus Select and Nexus One include an anodized bell brace.
4. The Nexus Premier features a high F# key, which is a more standard option, and allows for lower manufacturing cost. Other than the elements above, all of our artist-level horns are a similar build, and we’re able to price our horns lower than other brands since we’re a boutique line that deals direct to the consumer, we keep our margins modest, and we produce small batches so we can manage all our quality control in house.
Other than the elements above, all of our artist level horns are a similar build, and we're able to price our horns lower than other brands since we're a boutique line that deals direct to the consumer, we keep our margins modest, and we produce small batches so we can manage all our quality control in house.
Imagine my good fortune having graduate assistants like you two! 🙏🙏🙏 Dealing at the absolute highest level musically and good men, to boot.
As a Jazz Alto player just going into college in August I'm actually currently looking for getting a tenor and you sold me on Nexus! I'm definitely checking these things out!
Great video, Nathan.
I’ll never forget this one Q&A livestream that Jack Tyler held in late 2020 that I watched while at the gym. At the time, the Heritage neck was new, and the Superlative ligature was in the making, but only with prospect for the equipment to be pertinent to the tenor. At the time, Jack claimed to have an ongoing disinterest in designing a horn because he did not know how to go about dealing with the market. Fast forward to 2024, and he has carved his way well into the premium tier of modern saxophone manufacturing companies. It is awesome to live at the same time as such an inspired and passionate community, and to be able to exchange with these people at a moment’s notice due to our expanding networks.
I think this Nexus Premier might be the winner of the line. There is way more brilliance to the sound than on the others, and to me it won over Weissenberg. The Weissenberg is quite bright, the Premier is middle of the road sound profile, its really able to go either way, bright or dark, depending on the players mouthpiece and reed setup.
your tenor tone is so good, please give us more tenor
Ive been playing the nexus Premier since it came out, it is the best horn I have ever played by far. Would highly recommend trying it, i get a huge effortless sound on it. In my opinion it is better then the Yamaha's that i had previously played.
Would you mind saying what types of Yamaha's you've played? I currently play a second-hand YTS-62 and would be interested in how it compares to the Nexus Premier.
Ive been playing Alto sax for a very long time, over 18 years since highschool and college.... Ive been wanting to look into tenors for a long time. Once I get the money up and such later this year I will for sure look into it. This Video really helps me narrow out some brands too. I like the Nexus sound. Its still all about equipment and gear though. Its really all about that mouthpiece too. Great work. Great Vid as always Saxologic.
I wish I had a mentor.
P.S. I love the high F Sharp Key. I dont know what the hell is with some horns not having them. I though they stopped making saxes like that.
alex is the most *killin* alto player i know
I have a same Tenor Case (GL Case) which is made in Taiwan, good quality. light weight and extra position for neck (you don't need to put the neck in the horn), excellent case!
Alex makes saxophone 🎷 playing seem easier than learning the A-B-C❤
The man, or the horn; maybe, it's both❤
@8:57 Is that some Baptiste Herbin I hear? Sounds great!
Excellent video from you two!
Loved the Kokiri Forest touch at the sound off. 😂
6:28 where grey bell? 😅
Maybe I am crazy but with my headphones, and Tannoy speakers cranked and low volume I like the Premier the best! Now like he said the setup he has is for his horn.
They all sound pretty good it would come to player preference on what he/she is hearing while playing, I d be happy with anyone of those they sound great.
No matter what you play, you got that fat sound, awesome
Good stuff I'd like to see you make a video about the half notes and triplets chromatism in improv i just learned these and it'd be great to see
Great video, might get a Nexus!
I preferred the Premier. All 3 sound good. But if i had to choose, it would be the Premiere. But this is so subjective. But fun!!
Future tenor sax purchase inbound
It sounds great
"Hey, Welcome to my Saxophone Cavern hahahahahahahahaha
That’s a damn good horn. I hope that price doesn’t go up dramatically because I’m hoping to save up enough money to buy one. (I’m an alto player but I’m looking to buy my first tenor.)
Also, not to sound like a total hipster, but I love the small-business, DIY style of musician-made instruments. As great as Selmer or Yamaha horns are, I especially love saxophones that are made by players and are sold by players.
Love Nexus!
i always find your tenor videos interesting because for some reason, and I still cant figure out why, you can always tell that your an alto player based on ur tenor sound
Is there a setup for the nexus select other than the nexus brand mouthpiece and ligature?
ngl might have to get this tenor!
My favorite UA-camr🤌
beautiful cogggnac
Yanagisawa TWO-2 or Yamaha 62IIIA
Hello :Which One of the Nexus Alto Saxes would You recommend been playing for 40 years 😂
Personally, I love the extra punch of the Nexus One, and I don't really like the Nexus Premier.
Hey man, I'm checking out the Frost School of Music for camp soon, I was just wondering about some experiences you had there
I love you Nathan ❤❤❤ I love you so much ❤❤❤
I might be tripping but I swear he played for a jazz band at our school
Babtiste herbin 👍
Weissenberg ? Is Heissenberg into saxophones nowadays? Cause theres a european weissenberg company also that sells Weisenbergs...weird that this company didnt look that up before
Wait What? Ken Beason passed away?🙏
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Man I wish it had an engraving
Yeah. I wish it was made from sterling silver 😔
Nice video 👌😎
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