Jay, you sound so great on all these mouthpieces as always! Thanks for playing the melodic cell etude!

@freshlysqueezedaesthetics2942

3 жыл бұрын

Keep the knowledge coming Chad, we all appreciate it dearly!

Good job with your channel.. I used to play the clarinet for about a seven years and almost two years ago I bought my first tenor and started playing around. All in all you helped me solving many riddles that I was struggling with throughout the time, specially during this Covid quarantine! Stay safe and much health to you.

the Jody Jazz DV CHI won me INSTANTLY - I"ve been using one for 5 years and can't imagine using anything else. That baffle reminds me of the sinuses of a goose...!

Hey Jay! I’ve followed your videos for a while now Just wanted to say - My wife got me a super jet and a power ring for my birthday! It’s been the craziest adjustment I’ve ever made on my horn coming from a D’addario select jazz mouthpiece. I’m only about 3 months into using it but now that I’m getting used to it, the projection is incredible. There’s only a few videos out there reviewing it, so thanks for the content!

Great video, Jay! I’m very happy to see how many subscribers you’ve gained since I started following you. Your new turning mouthpiece display is awesome by the way!

Jay, Your sound with the DV Chicago is truly amazing!!

I like how you sound on the Chicago! it has a little more brightness / edge when needed, yet it's warm and full

@JoeTigheOnline

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite too.

Gosh, i loved how you pushed that middle-register notes, when you were play-testing these goodies! Those lines are ultra cool! I think i would start transcribing them!!

Hi, Jay! I think you are awesome and I appreciate your contributions to the saxophone world. When you played the Chicago, I felt like the tone was more complex and interesting. I also got the impression that there was more you could do with it. I say you should go with that and enjoy exploring the sounds you can make.

I got a DV Chicago for my tenor and it's played great for me ever since. Love the sound and will likely never let it go.

What a great testament to sound concept transcending equipment. Great video, Jay!

I have to say the DV Chicago is my favorite, has such a darker rich tone. Wonderful sound!!!

Jay! Been watching your videos for a couple of years now, thanks for being so straight up all the time and saying what you think. You seemed to think more about the musical content while playing on the Chicago rather than concentrating on the sound/embouchure. Passing the barrier of consciousness is a good sign of a mouthpiece really fitting the player. I also entered the giveaway, id be really happy if i could get the ligature, the golden wire one (70€!!!) that came with my Brancher mpc broke after playtesting just 2 weeks and theyre not replacing it. Cheers and all the best to you!

Hi, Jay! I don't normally comment on my impressions about mouthpieces as I've only played the horn for about 10 years and I'm still in college. I mostly use your channel to help influence my own playing. But, I thought I could try and tell you my thoughts on this, whatever it's worth. When I listen to the two ballads side by side, I automatically think the NY is the winner, by far. The sub-tone is immaculate and I can clearly tell you're not struggling with getting the airspeed right for it at all. Even the mid-range has this awesome Stan Getz vibe to it. However, I'm a little torn about the sound on the etudes. Both play super well in that setting. As always, your swing feel is great, so It's hard to find any issues with either mouthpiece. A great player will sound great, right? The Chicago plays just as well, but I don't feel that same spice from it that you get with the NY. It definitely, at least to me, has that short syllable thin Chris Potter sound that a lot of people love. I'm not a huge fan, though. If I were to say which one you should go with, DV NY is the clear winner. The Chicago may be able to get the contemporary sound that a lot of people need the flexibility for, I'm confident you can get with the DV NY with some good practicing. Hope that helped in some way. Love the content, as always!

DV Chicago for sure such a smooth sound produced on both ends of the register.

Great! Really helped convince me I had chosen the right one! I have the DVNY 7* and it is so easy to play with a lovely tone. But for me the main benefit is the resonance at the top end - it really sparkles! Thanks for the help - keep 'um coming!

I like the NY better. I like the darkness and also you sound more comfortable (and effortless) both playing soft and loud. Classic and classy! Thanks for your videos! And sharing!

Jay, with your channel as a huge boost in confidence and resource, I have just pulled the trigger on Yamaha YAS280. My saxual journey begins next week.

Hi Jay, of the three, I love your sound with the DV NY...a thick, rich, gritty sound to my ear. I like it.

Wow! Thanks so much Jay for your review and giveaway! Been recently obsessed with your videos! Love your content from a fellow tenor player!!

The DV mouthpiece sound so great. I love that sound

I really enjoyed you on the JJ New York. The tone was huskier than the other three, more complex, and your higher section had all the punch necessary for louder dynamics. Thx for the opportunity to get one. 😎

Very interesting point Jay about the difference in trying in the music room and on the job. I think experience is important. Liked the Chicago.

Yeah Jay.... Fantastic, as always.... Insightful, informative, great playing, detail and production... please keep the top quality coming, brother!!

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro!

Putting the picture of the mouthpiece up while you're playing it is a brilliant way to make the presentation clearer!

After giving the demos of each pieces multiple listens, I am as torn between the DV NY and DV CHI mouthpieces as you are. I appreciate the breathy, delicate warmth of the NY. It seems quite intimate and gentle, which I like quite much. The CHI has that spunk that could really open up how sharply you can express yourself, which is nice. I think the visual appearance of the DV CHI is more appealing as well, but the DV NY is definitely a more subtle and seductive unit, so I think I prefer it. Almost sounds like a baritone in some clips I've listened to. Truly lovely.

I use the Superjet for alto sax and have loved it sense I got it. It allows me to project over the other instruments when needed and also has a really nice sound in my opinion.

I've been playing on the DV CHI for a while now and it is, without a doubt, my favorite mouthpiece. I've had a DV, but the DV CHI is just so good. It's probably what Dexter Gordon would play if he was alive now. You sound great on all of them, but I do think you sound (and have sounded) great on the DV CHI over the DV NY. Thanks for the amazing content!

Hi Jay, Thanks for all your great videos and lessons. I liked your sound on the DV Chicago mouthpiece best of all. To me it seemed to have more character and was more melodic, and you seemed to enjoy playing the DV Chicago more than the others. All the best. D.

I played the dv Chicago for about two years before switching back to a hard rubber piece and absolutely adored it

I play on a DV CHI in a 7* and love it. I think I will order the the DV NY now. JJ makes killer pieces.

You are awesome my man! Keep teaching and helping!

I like the Chicago, I think it actually sounds bigger because it seems richer to me.

I've been using the 8* DV CHI for six or seven years and have always loved it. A couple of years ago I paired it with a Silverstein A-Frame ligature. I totally love the combo!

Jay - to my ears you 'seemed' to play a little more soulfully with the Chicago so maybe that's the piece that suits you best.

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

it's possible

I'm playing the DV on my Yanagisawa WO2 and I love it. In your review I like your sound very much on both the DV NY and DV CHI! Hard choice!!

It's always great to hear your playing! I really enjoyed it when you played on the NY! Maybe since I'm a fan of having a dark/fuzzy/warm sound from listening to lots of Dex, Scott Hamilton, etc. its my bias haha But the CH sounded just as great with an added edge! Seriously a tough call, but again your sound on the NY was sooo pleasant

DV Chicago gets my vote. I can tell that you are comfortable on both NY & CHI, but it's the Chicago that I want to hear more of. It has a sparkle that provides more interest and expression for me.

I’ve played and still have the Jody Jazz DV for tenor and alto sax. It was a great for the tone I was looking for on tenor (played jazz and classically it with no problems). Before the DV I used an Otto link on tenor and definitely preferred the DV to the Otto Link. I’ve had them both for about 7/8 years. I’m currently using a syos mouthpiece on alto, tenor, and soprano since June of this year. Thanks for the content :)

I much prefer the Chicago. Would love to get one someday. Thanks for your informative and helpful videos.

Like many others Jay, to my ear, I think you sound the best with the DV Chicago, in the given setting and recording. Thanks for enlightening us on these great (if expensive) products! All the best!!!

@planet_b1ue

2 жыл бұрын

I honestly it has to much crack and pop when he plays quieter sounds.

Great content as usual well done. I bought just 4 weeks ago a Yamaha YAS280 Alto 🎷. Never play music before nor read music.😃 what a wonderful challenge. Love to buy also a Tenor sax also. If they fuse both Dv Chicago and DV Jody Jazz sounds and quality you will have the perfect mount piece Ciao from down under 🇦🇺❤️🦘💫🍀 👏🙌

I would go with the DV CH but that’s because it sounds the closest to my sound concept on tenor out of the 3 and on tenor Coltrane is my primary influence. I love the Super Jet on Alto and it has tarnished beautifully pairing amazingly well with my Selmer Reference 54 Alto.

Nice! I switched to a DV Chicago in the spring for all the reasons you talked about. I was blown away about how it made my Keilwerth SX-90R absolutely come alive. Only gotcha - DON'T leave a Rovner ligature on it in the case.. it discolored the metal of the mouthpiece overnight by turning it darker.

I have the Tenor DV CHI 7* and Tenor Giant 8*. Both great and give me some versatility. Thanks for you demos Jay.

Jay - Thank you for this comparison. I really like the sound and the versatility of the JJ DV Chicago. This mouthpiece will perform in any situation. If I would only play traditional jazz gigs I would go for the NY for it's darker timbre but since I also do other styles the Chicago wins!

Jay between the NY and Chicago I think the sound of Chicago is a winner for you. But either I'm sure will work. For my style and sound I like the DV. I play a Runyon 10 that Santy Runyon made for me about 6 years before he passed. He said, "You like this mouthpiece Pete?" I said, "yes!" He replied "well you better buy it because there is not another one like it." I think today technology has provided consistent quality that can be repeated. Enjoy your video's Jay. Keep up the good work.

Hello Jay, hope you do great. Even though the DV has the classic sound and more fit in every gig whatsoever. I personally believe DV NY has the sound that gives you the chills when you hear an explicit solo on tenor. I haven't played metallic mouthpieces yet, but I am considering of buying in the future. However, though I think that dark sound you are saying it sounds to me more like classic jazz. It kinda reminds me of Dexter Gordons sound, which I love. Maybe explain what you mean classic jazz or just making a video talking for the reals of jazz it would be great. Kudos for your context waiting for the next video!

I really liked the control the SUPER-JET gives to the whole feeling, the tones sound a lot more even on the complete register. I would pick that one since I already own a MACSAX SOCO, I recomend you checking them out as well, str8 up from the ATX baby, heart of the lone star.

I play a DV 7 on alto tenor and Bari love these mouthpieces. Best I’ve ever played .

Beautiful playing as usual and you are right, both the NY and the Chicago sound awesome but I think that the NY had a very "vintage" sound that didn't change very much when you played the Chad LB Etude. I think the Chicago showed another facet to its character when playing the etude. To me it is a more versatile mouthpiece, especially in the hands of a pro like you. I would go for the Chicago if I were you. Thanks for doing these equipment reviews!

Very even and controlled on all 4 pieces. Loved the DVNY the most as it has a husky, fat sound not as present in the other peices. DV CHI is a close second but not as spread or gritty as the DVNY. Great tone Jay..that Yanagisawa sounds amazing!!

I've been playing on a Jody Jazz 6* for a while and I love it.

Hi Jay, Of the first two Pieces the Chicago sounds the best. I like it.

Been playing for over 20 yrs and believe it or not this is the first time I have ever changed my mouthpiece away from the stock mouthpiece. Really enjoying playing again! Currently ordered the Daddario D7M hope the jump isn't to much of a learning curve from the Yahmaha 4C.

I’ve recently bought a superjet for my alto and it’s the most fun I’ve ever had whilst playing the horn! Definitely an acquired taste but definitely worth a try

They are great art pieces. The Chicago for sure. I hear such a difference Jay

I bought classic DV 6 for my alto based on your Alto mouthpieces review and some additional research. It was quite an investment, but it was all worth it! I am very happy with its active sound and versatility being just 2 years in my sax playing. Basically I love my DV 6. I liked your Chicago sound better as it felt a bit more expressive to me.

I love the DV NY! Very warm, rich tone!

Damn! I LOVE your sound on the DV CHI!!

Hi Jay, I preferred the Chicago. The initial projection was more present and your overall tone was more full. I really liked the richness in the upper register too. I was oh so sweet!👌

It's cool how many different mouthpieces they have out there.

@lubatico

3 жыл бұрын

I see why you are torn. The CHI sounds a bit more versatile. But the NY has so much soul to it. Wow!

@darrylwalters5698

3 жыл бұрын

I liked the Chicago better than NY and DV. Regards Darryl

@ericleija9287

3 жыл бұрын

yea and that's not even covering the theo wanne ones which are pretty darn nice too

I've been using my new tenor Jody Jazz DV 7* for the past month and love it. At first I started to test it with a Legere American Cut 2.25 reed but the lower range didn't sound right so, I switched back to my usual Legere signature 2.25 reed and it played just great on the entire range of the horn. I love the sound that I get in lower range for sub tones and ballads and for rock and funk on the highs it's great. Nice and bright but not ear shattering .

Hi Jay, Thanks for doing the comparison. Very interesting to here the differences. My vote is for the DV CHI, although I may be a little biased 'cause that's what I play. I also have a DV, but I rarely play it since I got the DV CHI.

I really appreciate you undoing the top button for this vid. Much better vibes.

Yup. The Jody Jazz mouthpieces in this test do justice to your tone. I prefer the Chicago but, then again, I like an Otto Link sound....Cheers.

Hi Jay, Superjet might be super but I really enjoyed your playing with the DV. Thank you for this video which was very interessant.

I have been playing Jody Jazz for about 17 years now, I still have the ruby red plastic but I chipped the tip. I was so mad. I then bought the hard rubber and love it too, been on that one for about 2 years now. I have wanted the DV but can't justify the cost when the hard rubber does such a good job for me. I am sold on Jody Jazz and will stay with them for the foreseeable future. I don't claim to be an expert sax player, but reasonably competent. I have been playing since late 70's. Yes, I am a bit old, for what it's worth I think you sounded best on DV Chicago. There seemed to be a feeling there that I didn't get with the others. Just the initial "gut check". I love what you do on your channel.

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian!

Hi Jay, sorry about my english, first of all you are doing a great job, very instructional for those of us who ard fans, for me the first is definitely the best, thanks for sharing your concerns, greetings.

DVNY Sounds the most full throughout the range of the horn. It also has the most "Brecker-like" tone as you go through the etude.

I really love that dv tenor im thinking about picking one up soon

I’m going with the majority opinion here (it seems) and say I liked your sound best on the DV Chicago, Jay. It was definitely my favorite.

Great review video! I'd choose the NY or the Chicago but they all have something unique to offer. 💛🎷

thanks for another video Jay.

I like the sizzle of the DV NY that you have. I am a Jody Jazz fan. I am currently playing the HR*, but wanting to try the DV on tenor and bari.

Really liked the DV NY and the DVCHI. My favorite is the the NY. Right amount of airy and darker tones on the lower and the upper register clear and brighter. Just the right mix in tones. I do like the brightness of the super jet.

Of course, you sound great on all of them. Although I like dark sounds, I'd prefer the DV CHI. It can sound quite dark but as you said, it has a little more power. I like that a lot. Would definetly try the DV NY and the DV CHI myself.

Hey Jay, thanks for another very cool video. My choice is the DV NY model. Love the darker smokey sound it gets. I have a DV bass sax mouthpiece for my vintage Martin Bari Sax, and it plays great….and plays in tune!!

@jackdelaporte4695

Жыл бұрын

I have a dv bass 6 on order for my super-twenty. I'm glad to hear your opinion.

Ultimately, the choice is yours, Jay. Only YOU know the sound you're after and what mouthpiece will achieve that sound. BUT, since you very kindly included all of us sax players out here to help you with our opinions, my recommendation for you is the DV Chicago. The key word here is simply 'versatility'. Simply put, I think the DV Chicago will give you the instant versatility to be able to play velvety tones on a romantic ballad and then bark and scream if desired on the next tune withOUT changing mouthpieces. Both styles on one mouthpiece because of the unique inner chamber drop. For me, I'm torn between the sound of the DV Chicago and the superjet (WHY did they etch the lettering on the reed table of all places??). The one sound I've always despised on a saxophone is the old Guy Lombard "Shaky Moan" one hears on an old recording of Auld Lang Syne. This is why I like these new mouthpieces. They can play loud with power but also beautifully soft with just an edge of authority.

The Jody Chicago MP is the one I went with after trying out the DV, Chi and the DVNY. It has allowed me to develop the sound that I have always wanted in my Tenor, (Selmer Reference 54).

Jay, you sound so fantastic with all mouthpieces. I think I liked the Chicago a little better than the NY, but by insignificant difference. Can't thank you enough for making such interesting videos.

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Im absolutely new to Sax, trying to learn alongside my son. Your videos are so informative and detailed i have found it extremely helpful! Between the 2 mouth pieces the Ny and the Chicago i think the Ny sounded cleaner and smooth especially half way through. Maybe that's just me as a new guy. Again, awesome videos!

@orlaspring363

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, man. Keep playing, even if your son stops! Music is for all ages.

i like the sound of DV Chicago on your set up and sax

It's because you are not sponsered that I really take you very seriously and appreciate your opinion. I got a BG ligature for my Jody Jazz soprano mouthpiece because of your opinion, and I love it. Keep up this great work and content. I know it is appreciated by many.

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad that worked out for you. Those are solid ligatures and should last forever.

Wow, I really like the Chicago of the two that you are deciding between. It just seems to have a richer sound. I liked better immediately.

The Chicago! Sounds so great.

Hey Jay ... I like the DV Chicago the best. But you sound great on all of them.

You sound great on that DV Chicago! That’d be my choice if i win a spot in the giveaway 🤞

I think the DV NY is the best match for your sound. It may lose a bit on louder gigs, but great if you can make it work.

From what i could hear the DV Chicago seems the most appealing. It has a bit more bite and character and maybe is more versatile.

@madigan_sax

3 жыл бұрын

Extremely versatile and forgiving

Spontaneously after just one listen I preferred the Chi. Nice soulful sound! I own a DV wich I played for a couple of years. A nice mp, but I like trying out new things and found a Chinese Guardala copy called Liu Shizhao wich just gave me slightly more control and evenness in the whole register. Both these are fairly bright pieces. I used to look for a bright sound always meaning high baffle pieces. But since then I moved on to a Gottsu wich has a darker sound and more of a rollover baffle.

I prefer the DV NY. It is such perfect. It isnt that loud and massive like the normal DV but the sound of the NY is so much softer.

I choice the NY for you man.. sound beatiful tone..

My friend has one of these and he sounds so good in class man 😩

Hi Jay, I play on the Superjet on tenor with my Phil Collins/Genesis tribute band Pure Collins. For all other performances I have a JJ GIANT tenor mouthpiece. I personally like your sound on the DV mouthpiece, but since you were just choosing between two, I liked you on the DVNY.

I have to say, the Jody Jazz DV series is the first Jody Jazz mouthpieces that have a sound that I like (1950s Tenors). I am really liking the Jody Jazz DV Chi sound you get. I have done a lot of listening to the Theo Wayne and I do not think he has a mouthpiece dialed into the classic 1950s tenor players.....yet. Jody and Theo have to be using 3D modeling to get the blanks close to the copies of the great mouthpieces consistently. And, their quality control must include a range of professional players to verify quality control. THANKS FOR POSTING!!

I really like you on the DV Chi. I just bought a Bari DV...love that one so far!

@bettersax

3 жыл бұрын

those are great on bari!

The DV NY sounds really good , I like

Classic DV sounds beautiful.

I use DV NY on Bari7*, Tenor8*, and Alto 7. I love all three. Do not be concerned about the power of the DV NYs. These are loud mouthpieces!