Jazz vs Classical - which saxophone mouthpiece?

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0:00 Intro
0:16 What is a saxophone set up?
0:54 What are my set ups?
2:09 The sound testing
5:06 Summary and end
Choosing a mouthpiece can be a very confusing decision to make and we can often ask the question why do I need to have a certain mouthpiece to sound a certain way. In this video I attempt to demonstrate the differences in sound between a classical and jazz mouthpiece and how our approach to playing them can also change the sound.
Jazz set up in this video is:
- D'Addario Select Jazz D6M marble effect mouthpiece
- D'Addario H-Ligature
- D'Addario Select Jazz reed (strength 3M)
Classical set up in this video is:
- D'Addario Reserve mouthpiece
- D'Addario H-Ligature
- D'Addario Reserve reed (strength 3.0)

[@dfethrvftrgtr]

I like Jazzy sound make by classic setup

[@chrisjollymusic]

Thanks. I often come back to the different combinations to review and really like recording to listen to things back myself.

[@jamescps8799]

I prefer the classical saxophone tone :)

[@chrisjollymusic]

Thanks. I must admit I do like the control I have with the Reserve mouthpiece.

[@ongtengkee9225]

the problem is some jazz players play some of kind classical sound such as Getz,Konitz,etc.Why they need jazz rock set up?

[@chrisjollymusic]

Hi Ong Teng Kee. I have used the terms "jazz" and "classical" as they are generally used when it comes to describing a sound. I totally agree with you that there are many "jazz" players who play with a soft, mellow tone that could be described as a classical sound. This video is also more of a personal take on the sound that I want to create and how I go about it. The main question for those watching is what sound do "you" want to make and how are you going to find and use the mouthpiece(s) available to get that sound. Your comment has certainly made me think more about the use of the terms "jazz" and "classical", thank you. Chris.

[@ongtengkee9225]

@@chrisjollymusic Dr.Wally Wallace tries to play cool jazz like Lee Konitz.

[@chrisjollymusic]

Says a lot about that era of jazz and the popular sound of the time.