Both sound great in your hands Simon but although I play a Mark 6 tenor I much preferred the 36 in your amazing playing of it. You produce so many wonderful videos for Dawkes music. One of the highlights of “the lockdown “ has been to listen to your great playing and musicianship Simon. Thank you and God bless you ! Bill. Uk 🎷🎷🎷
Simon is using the BG Duo ligature, it's actually the LDS Duo which fits Soprano m'pieces and small metal Tenor pieces (as used here). Available via: www.dawkes.co.uk/bg-lds-duo-soprano-saxophone-ligature-and-cap-silver-plated-saxophone-ligatures-and-caps/22093
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To me the Reference 54 has a beautiful sound. I purchased one new many years ago and it's sitting next to me right now. She's a keeper for sure.
Both are awesome sounding. I lean towards the 36, though. I feel it is a great all-arounder.
My hat is off to you sir - - I haven’t seen this comparison video yet since these horns have come out. Good to see them side-by-side!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Both sound great in your hands Simon but although I play a Mark 6 tenor I much preferred the 36 in your amazing playing of it. You produce so many wonderful videos for Dawkes music. One of the highlights of “the lockdown “ has been to listen to your great playing and musicianship Simon. Thank you and God bless you ! Bill. Uk 🎷🎷🎷
1936 was the first year of the balanced action and 1954 was the first year of the mark six.
Wow I didn't expect that sound! 😮
I am in love with the lacquer of the Reference 36. Is it rose lacquer?
Reference 36 1:47 - Reference 54 3:14
Great sound both.. but i prefer ful sound quality of the 36, by far, sounds warm and richer. And the 54 has more punch but sounds to bright.
J’ai un faible pour le 36 et mon cœur balance pour la projection du 54 .
Les deux sax sont géniaux ❤
love 54, what mouthpiece are u using? nice playing!
Guardala Super King
the 36!!! whithout a doubt!!!
what ligature are You using please ?
Simon is using the BG Duo ligature, it's actually the LDS Duo which fits Soprano m'pieces and small metal Tenor pieces (as used here). Available via: www.dawkes.co.uk/bg-lds-duo-soprano-saxophone-ligature-and-cap-silver-plated-saxophone-ligatures-and-caps/22093
Like 36 sound 54 too bright