Jean Paul TS 860 - pro tenor sax review!

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  • Dr. Wally reviews the Jean Paul TS 860, a new pro tenor saxophone for just over $2,000!
    Check out the one year with Jean Paul here: • Jean Paul AS860 follow...

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  • @mikeaustin1
    @mikeaustin1 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Good review (just discovered you, you have a great presentation style!).
    Took up the sax 2 years ago, seasoned (many decades) musician on other instruments. Agonized for a few weeks to get a JP vs. Yamaha; though I had the $ decided I was a beginner and didn't know squat. But there were SO many amazing reviews of the TS-400 I went with it (plus they were having a small sale, got it under $700, clinched it).
    I must say that the JP has done very well; as I've gained knowledge about the sax, it seems to have continually met the criteria for playing and durability sax-primary players want, the more I learn/understand. The JP has been MORE than worth the $ savings for my level up to now. For me the JP was and is a smart, dollar-friendly and frankly superb lower level horn... of that I have no doubt, period. And I have no doubt that I've progressed as well and quickly on it as I would any Yamaha or other "big name" model. But I've gotten a lot better and so I was interested in this new "pro" level sax. I'm tempted to push the button but the problem is I really can't play it until I buy (or pay shipping to return it if I don't like it); JP apparently going to open a showroom in Miami, and I'd go there (from Texas) just for that, but for now, you can't pre-try 'em. So this review has been helpful to at least see how it shapes up in general.
    I would expect this model to have the same quality and playability as the "student" one I have (and your review seems to indicate so). However, I have 2 things that sort of bother me right now: 1) I agree w/you unlike some that labels (i.e. "student", "pro", etc.) are useful. But with this sax, JP doesn't actually itemize the specific things that make it "pro", so we're left to assume things like better build, materials, etc. It would be very welcome if they did this; otherwise I almost see it as a marketing gimmick. The other thing 2) is something specific to me maybe. I much prefer rock/pop/soul etc. and not jazz, so altissimo is a big deal with me. I'm finding that it seems to be very difficult to get past the high G on it, or have to use alternate fingerings which to me are slower and clumsier. Now of course it could simply be "I need to practice more, human error" and I can accept that. But I'm pretty good with overtones now and the upper ones just don't come out on this, no matter what reed no., MP, or whatever. Moreover, I've seen reviews where people have said the altissimo is problematic. I'd *really* like to know if the pro model is easier for that - i.e. can you get altissimo notes out easily? I figure if you can't I sure as heck won't! Anyway it might be me of course, but maybe not...
    Finally, I don't like the dark touchpads at all - whiter ones make the sax look much friendlier, cooler, and breezier with that bright lacquer I love (like you). While I wouldn't avoid a purchase just for that if the rest kicked in well, I don't like the keys at all - they look like dirty fingernails.
    Thanks!

    • @sam-jams6689
      @sam-jams6689 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can replace the key pearls, most likely!

  • @Craig2760
    @Craig2760 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Student of mine had an opportunity to purchase a Jean Paul student alto. Shared with her parents several of the TH-cam reviews. When she brough it to her lesson it was in like-new condition. I gave it a shake down and was very impressed.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad got a good horn! The Jean Paul family will be happy to hear this!

  • @JamTex1965
    @JamTex1965 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just bought the new 10th Anniversary AS-860 alto sax for my son. He is going into the 8th grade and is going into his 3rd year of band. He wanted to play the sax so I did allot of research and kept landing on Jean Paul. I eventually bought him the AS-400 alto sax from them. It is a great beginner horn and my son plays it so well that he got all 1s in his solo and ensemble on it and landed himself in the 1st band in a college band camp this summer (videos from that band camp in my videos. Check them out). With all that in mind, his band teacher told him that he needed to upgrade from the student horn. After a great experience with the Jean Paul Student horn, I decided to buy him the new AS-860 Pro horn. He loves it and he loves the dark blue sparkly key touches. He says they feels and looks great. The tone quality is amazing and he says the responsiveness is amazing. All in all, he said he will be 100% more then happy to play this beautiful instrument for years to come.

  • @brianclausen2344
    @brianclausen2344 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Dr. Wally, for reviewing this instrument! I haven't played on a Jean Paul Alto or tenor, but from listening to you youtube videos and your rather unbiased judgement of this horn, I would feel confident in reccomendeing it to anyone looking for a reasonably priced lower Pro model! As always, thanks for your frank reviews and support of Saxophones in general. Now, you made me feel guilty again, and my horn is calling. Time to practice!

  • @coffinman5007
    @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Blue sparkles look great but pearl will always feel better.

  • @WeegeeFan1Studios
    @WeegeeFan1Studios ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I just a few minutes ago found out I made district honor band on bari sax!
    I've been watching your videos a good while now and I will say that while I knew most of it I still manage to find something I didn't know before in your videos.
    thanks

    • @ivanjrmejia1950
      @ivanjrmejia1950 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just made first chair bari sax in district as well! Congrats bro!🎉

    • @saxyfone8141
      @saxyfone8141 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ivanjrmejia1950 we love our bari saxes

    • @WeegeeFan1Studios
      @WeegeeFan1Studios ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ivanjrmejia1950 You too!
      I don't know my chair yet as they've not mentioned it but it doesn't appear that they took more than 1 player in my band

    • @WeegeeFan1Studios
      @WeegeeFan1Studios ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@saxyfone8141 I play alto as well. Saxes rule

    • @WeegeeFan1Studios
      @WeegeeFan1Studios ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ivanjrmejia1950 @saxyfone Subscribed to you both.

  • @sibelinof
    @sibelinof ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the review of As860 and this review also…. I was wondering if you are planning on doing a review of soprano ( SS 860) ? I am planning on replacing my alto ( Conn Chu Berry) with an AS 860 anniversary edition for a lot of the reasons you described in your alto review. I have a Selmer Radio Improved tenor which I love and will keep. I also need a decent soprano, so hopefully you will do a review soon. I have been playing clarinet professionally for close to 50 years and as a doubler for theater work for almost the same time. I love your educational videos, they are clear with very little fluff and a lot of great information. Keep them coming!

  • @dme7689
    @dme7689 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I REALLY don't care for the dark key touches on either of the anniversary models.
    I don't mind that it's not real pearl... just think they clash. I would consider their non anniversary pro horn, which doesn't have the dark key touches, but it doesn't have the same engraving or springs... or maybe pads... not sure.
    You sound great on it.
    As I stated in another vid, I've had my AS-400 for a couple years now and like it.
    Only problem was minor when I first received it, and JP took care of me.
    They seem like pretty good guys there.
    I would suggest to anyone thinking about buying a Jean Paul... to buy FROM Jean Paul.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      "Buy FROM Jean Paul" is very sound advice. In the world of wrist watches, you don't buy the product so much as the "seller." Critically important. Glad you had a good experience!

  • @davidclaro152
    @davidclaro152 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can listen to your playing all day with a good glass of wine.

  • @charliem.550
    @charliem.550 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a Jean Paul tenor that's about 4 1/2 years old, purchased new. Easy to blow and nice tone. Downsides would be uneven key pressure and a lot of slop in the octave key mechanism. When I inquired about the octave key mechanism and getting some replacement parts, I was given advice to take it to a shop and have it gone over. Not really happy with that answer... A fellow player with a newer tenor has none of the sloppiness in the octave key mechanism, so maybe they caught that and improved. Overall I feel like the horn was a very good value for the money.

  • @graysun1929
    @graysun1929 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Next he needs to do their pro soprano saxophone!

  • @bluscorpion
    @bluscorpion ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review. I had the student alto sax, and my instructor always comments on how bright it is. I discovered last weekend that i love a bright sounding tenor after listening to one played at a show. The guy had Conn (didn't hear the rest, the music was loud and he didn't speak very clearly. Or maybe my hearing is deteriorating) About the resale value, I bought my horn for a lot less than the price on the site, but I think that's just because the people selling the horn don't know any better. I did a search for the old model intermediate horns, and they are about the same price. More importantly, the prices of the saxophones have increased over the last few years, so I plan to buy the horn before missing out and having to pay more in the future. Intermediate horns were about $800 in the past, and run about $1200 now.

  • @amospulley3442
    @amospulley3442 ปีที่แล้ว

    The blue sparkles stand out and look nice. Matches that blazer too

  • @Scottsmusiccave
    @Scottsmusiccave 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review! I've had quite a few requests to review one on my channel. You sound great on it.

  • @JustTomIsFine
    @JustTomIsFine 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Saving throw reference for the win, my nerd brother! (I would have subscribed for your insightful reviews alone, but the saving throw reference speeded it up.)

  • @gosneygosney
    @gosneygosney ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I ordered the alto, and it played and sounded great, I had to send it back because the adjustment screw threads on the lower stack were stripped.

    • @steveweizman7888
      @steveweizman7888 ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you mean by "the lower stack" ? Do you mean neck adjustment screw at the top of the instrument? Can you simplify the words "lower stack" for me?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Steve, lower stack refers to the right hand keys that play f, e, and d.

    • @keithcampbell6806
      @keithcampbell6806 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks glad l noticed this comment. I really wanted to know if these instruments had adjustment screws on the right and left stacks. You provided the answer my search for a backup horn is over.l will get one soon.

  • @tsbulmer
    @tsbulmer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to consider myself someone who didn't particularly care about aesthetics, but between the engraving and the keys of the Jean Pauls, I'm starting to think I just have a preference for understated looks. I'm glad to hear this horn plays great, though; at this rate, when I get my hands on a bari, I wouldn't be surprised if it was a JP.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If they start making a Bari again, I'll definitely try to get my hands on one!

  • @oboeash
    @oboeash ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those blue sparkly key touches make me want to go practice.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They make me want to Dance to Bowie...and practice :)

  • @clarinetninja
    @clarinetninja ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as always! This did make me consdier your question (paraphrased somewhat) "what makes a professional instrument different than a student instrument?" In clarinets there is definately a difference in the materiel - but for saxes you submitted the features is one of the difference makers. I had never thought of that for the clarinet (outside of a left hand Ab/Eb there is no feature difference we have available). I always do wonder....if they have the factory set up to produce a "pro" instrument (talking about any company here not really Jean Paul specifically) why would they retool anything or readjust the equipment to make a student instrument? Is there a cost difference in the materiel? I feel like there is something only the inner circle knows about such things :)
    Anyway - you are n inspiration as always!

    • @18-tube-wattamp64
      @18-tube-wattamp64 ปีที่แล้ว

      Several reasons. Sometimes the factory uses trainees or newer workers to make student models. Students are likely to be less picky and discerning than pros: the expectations are reduced so if quality is a bit lower it is not as big a deal. Newer employees make less money, too, so factory charges less. Pro level horns will use higher quality materials: higher costs. Plus that engraving takes time/money.
      I’m ok buying used, but there aren’t any yet because these are new. Hopefully I will find one?

  • @dividedwords
    @dividedwords ปีที่แล้ว +1

    8:05 the Pac Man theme, isn't it? I enjoyed that. Is there a full version somewhere?

  • @barnsdalemartin5469
    @barnsdalemartin5469 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh and best wishes for 2023.

  • @nhr27
    @nhr27 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just received the new intermediate TS-660. It looks to me like it is exactly the same but without the engravings, black keys and heavy mass screws. It plays GREAT! Plus it comes with their upgraded MP. Did yours come with one? If so, what are your thoughts on the MP?

  • @exoticgamer5866
    @exoticgamer5866 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have you by chance heard on how the Jean paul intermediate sax plays. It seems to be hard to find play test with it
    T-680

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Afraid I have not played it, sorry!

  • @ronhowe5933
    @ronhowe5933 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely loving all the positive reviews about the Jean Paul saxes and thank you for this 'pro' tenor video. As for plastic and pearl key touches, well, just for those not in the know. Pearl and Abalone, and in fact porcelain; are natural materials that are porous and soak up perspiration so your fingers don't slip. Plastic is slippery. Does it make a difference? Yes an no. I love the feel of natural pearl and it just adds a bit of luxury. Do I notice when I play plastic key touches; mmmm, not reallly. Maybe ceramics should have been used. Sorry to waffle. You can replace your key touches by the way.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      VERY good points. Certainly should not be a deal breaker - easy (and cheap) to replace.

  • @romanvictor8544
    @romanvictor8544 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wally,
    Love your tone!

  • @garyschoney1471
    @garyschoney1471 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dr Walley you have a beautiful lush tone! What mouthpiece were you using?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Gary - it's a 56 Select, I developed this line of mouthpieces with Windy City Woodwinds: www.windycitywoodwinds.com/product-page/56-select-tenor-saxophone-mouthpiece

  • @antoniomusgrove
    @antoniomusgrove ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like the blue it's cool looking

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're not alone, a designer friend of mine liked them as well (so, you're in stylish company). 😎

  • @xaviermarican4557
    @xaviermarican4557 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was NOT expecting a specific d&d reference in this video. And you can’t steal my lunch money because my mom makes my lunch herself, so there!

  • @ADragonGirl
    @ADragonGirl ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Blue sparkle pearls. Hmm If they want the look, why don’t they use material like blue goldstone? It’s a man made stone that’s would probably look better.
    Might wear better to.
    Also allows for option of regular goldstone which might look interesting depending on the lacquer color match.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would LOOOOVE to experiment with key touch materials. maybe one day I can design a saxophone :)

  • @edkorte5012
    @edkorte5012 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where / how can I purchase the Jean Paul TS 860?

  • @perkylovemuffin
    @perkylovemuffin ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello :) I have just discovered your channel and I love your content! I have just picked up the saxophone after 10 years. I got to quite a good level as an adolescent (mostly self-taught). It would be so helpful if you could post some beginner/intermediate videos, maybe something that goes over some of the termanologies that you use in your videos that go over the head of someone who did not follow traditional music instruction and has no idea what an overtone, whole tone, major or minor actually is! Thanks!

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey Perky, I'm currently working on a beginner course. Hopefully available in the next month or so!

  • @oksanafish4137
    @oksanafish4137 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the review. I’m looking to buy my son a pro saxophone and found that is very expensive. We found yamaha yts 875ex custom tenor saxophone but 20 years old $4300. or we should go with Jean Paul saxophone? Please advise🙏.

  • @davidclaro152
    @davidclaro152 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the key touches.

  • @keithcampbell6806
    @keithcampbell6806 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good afternoon l just rewatched this video and l have a very important question. Does it have adjustment screws on the upper and lower stacks. Thanks in advance for your reply

  • @davidclaro152
    @davidclaro152 ปีที่แล้ว

    It sounds great too for the value.

  • @barnsdalemartin5469
    @barnsdalemartin5469 ปีที่แล้ว

    SOUNDS GREAT Dr. Wally, but what's your mouthpiece and opening and reed? Often information missing in tests.

  • @kevintownsend3840
    @kevintownsend3840 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review and that sounds reminds me of the great Stan Getz

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well now you're my new best friend :)

  • @darinjin4855
    @darinjin4855 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Dr. Wally Wallace. I am a your big fan from China. I like the this horn after watching your video. but when I search jean Paul saxophone in online shop in china, I cannot find any on-line shop that sell Jean paul saxophone. It is sad!

  • @6strings5904
    @6strings5904 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally with a tenor! Funny,I prefer you on the tenor.

  • @benhostetler268
    @benhostetler268 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am not a fan of plastic key touches because when you really play hard and your hands sweat those keys get slippery, Pearl adds beauty and grip while plastic feels cheap. That being said it sounds good and I’d consider it more with pearl because reality is I can buy a YTS-62 purple logo for 2800 in near mint condition and it’ll hold that value.

  • @mprenn1547
    @mprenn1547 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you should play more tenor, love your tone, very singy and open-throated.

  • @bobblues1158
    @bobblues1158 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds really good! What mouthpiece and reed are you playing? Do you think I could get the key touches with LED lights?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      56 Select with a Vandoren unfiled java, 2.5. If you find a horn with LED lights, sign my up for preorder!

  • @SheltoniaNation
    @SheltoniaNation ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A guy from my college section bought one three+ years ago for his daughter and says for the money it’s been top notch. I haven’t heard him complain about it yet.
    I personally happened into a Selmer Super Action 80 serie I - I may have to give it back at some point. Is the Selmer Build quality *that* much better than the Jean Paul pro?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's a tough thing to define. I think the Selmer has a more interesting sound. But, I've pulled new Selmers out of the plastic that did not play! Literally, tons of leaks.

    • @SheltoniaNation
      @SheltoniaNation ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man, you’d think quality control’d catch that! Part of me thinks that a good hobby to learn is how to be a tech: Save some money and have a good retirement job after teaching high school social studies.

  • @richardcasey7521
    @richardcasey7521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Jean Paul tenor sounds excellent and so do you. If you told me you were playing a Mk6, I wouldn’t question it.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Well that's kind, thanks Richard!

    • @edwardscott2649
      @edwardscott2649 ปีที่แล้ว

      Because it’s all about the reed and mouthpiece. Horn makes little difference

  • @brainwoodman1646
    @brainwoodman1646 ปีที่แล้ว

    Black is fine, though not a big fan of the sparkles. I would also like more “generic” engraving. Not a big fan of the lifeguard stand. I have the tenor ts 400. Really great student horn.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      I rather like the Miami scene. Glad the 400 is treating you well. One of the Saxophone Academy admins plays the 400, he sounds great on it!

  • @stephenenglish2588
    @stephenenglish2588 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GREAT SOUND! WHAT MOUTHPIECE WERE YOU USING?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! It's a WCW 56 select

  • @carification
    @carification หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd like to hear a more contemporary sound like r&b and funk. You know, like screaming altissimo.

  • @erickruse4679
    @erickruse4679 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What i think.. I think i've seen another youtuber go down the JP content route and then move into producing their own horns. Now I wonder, is there a saxophone academy horn in the works?

  • @iancorbett7457
    @iancorbett7457 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently found a really good deal on a YSS 475ii, but it’s still a bit more than I can afford. Do you think I should try the Jean Paul soprano saxophone?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, the soprano is VERY good. My podcast co-host Sue Fancher (work renowned soprano player) liked it as well.

  • @shipsahoy1793
    @shipsahoy1793 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All I can tell you is that I definitely do not like the key touches on my 🎷YTS-62ii ..
    No exp with those saxes, but a good feel is a nice touch (see what I did there ?😆). The key touch color is a non-issue.👨🏻

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm lucky that I have a YTS 62 when they were still pearl. I get the logic from Yamaha, taking a way a few creature comforts so they don't cannibalize the pro lines.

  • @windsurfer3329
    @windsurfer3329 ปีที่แล้ว

    I might have missed this, but are you playing with the supplied mouth piece and reeds in this video? If not, can you please post their brand names? Thanks for the video :-))

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's the Windy City Woodwinds 56 Select, paired with a Vandoren Java (green box) 2.5. Thanks!

    • @windsurfer3329
      @windsurfer3329 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwallysax Thank you. For beginners like me, can you recommend a "cheaper" Alto sax mouthpiece that produces darker, warmer sound? Many thanks again. I love the way you play :-))

  • @kentmatsui2724
    @kentmatsui2724 ปีที่แล้ว

    I play a Selmer Paris Mark 7. There are no sax techs on my island of Hawaii. I’m thinking of buying one of these as a backup (I think my beloved Mark 7 is leaking badly but again no tech on my island). What would you recommend?

  • @kidworld8529
    @kidworld8529 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Huge nerd here. Maybe those are death ray pearls?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Roll for initiative my friend.

  • @markalton2809
    @markalton2809 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very 1930s SBA sound to this Sax in my ears.

  • @coffinman5007
    @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว

    I prefer the pearl on the high F cos I definitely know where it is under my finger, the teardrops have a vague feeling to me.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For me it's all about the upward "tilt" - the angle of the tear is great for a lot of classical literature - B to front E, etc.

    • @coffinman5007
      @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwallysax Yes i actually have a teardrop (Jupiter) and i see it works well for that.
      So could be better yes.
      How about the low F# cos i prefer a pearl there too?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@coffinman5007 I really like the "bar" shape, but honestly use it so rarely! Know what I mean?

    • @coffinman5007
      @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwallysax I like it gliss e.g. F# F E, people say not to finger swap if possible.
      My biggest problem though is my sax sounding like a sledgehammer.
      I've got a Jupiter 789 tenor, MB2 (Sakshama) and use legere signature 2.5.
      I really have to hammer the low notes out, if I have a melody down there I tend to play it up an octave.
      Was great busking outdoors tho.
      Sax has been well fettled and the tech says it plays well.
      Not played for ages since my wife got cancer, playing it recently its hard work, Ive defaulted to the EWI to try and re-learn tunes.
      I've not tried a different mouthpiece on this but I've always had this with low notes, except a long time ago, I had a BA alto with Selmer soloist, I had that fettled and the low notes were real easy, like playing a toy.
      Thanks very much for the interaction.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@coffinman5007 How is your wife doing?!

  • @18-tube-wattamp64
    @18-tube-wattamp64 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been watching for a used 860 alto on eBay for months: none.

  • @jhelton1233
    @jhelton1233 ปีที่แล้ว

    "probably not" Love it

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      Whhhhaa, Jonathan Helton in my comments! I attended many a NASA conferences in your dojo! How are things down in Gainesville?

  • @tonycampanelli4938
    @tonycampanelli4938 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    oner and maker of that instrument is SAM ASH owns the company in CHINA. you got be nuts the retail price for that saxophone is 600.00$ take good look at the octave key it's a super action 80 . look at the singnature on the top of the octave key . tow different hones super action 80 made by selma.

  • @edwardscott2649
    @edwardscott2649 ปีที่แล้ว

    Be nice to hear without the added reverb, etc

  • @dansherbon2482
    @dansherbon2482 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pearl touches seem cheap. Nice review!

  • @jarod144
    @jarod144 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m gonna go to my old high school and see if they have my old horn lol

  • @dynoroad
    @dynoroad ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Negative comment alert!
    Why is it a "pro" horn? Because they say it is so in the marketing of it? Because it's the most expensive in the lineup?
    On another note, why do we even accept these ludicrous labels to begin with? Student, intermediate, pro, entry-level pro...
    No one buys a student guitar, student bass, student piano or student drums.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I find the labels useful. Student horns often have more ribbing and heavier construction, designed to withstand knocks and bumps (much better suited for marching bands). They are, obviously, less expensive. Pro horns have higher quality pads, better springs, more refined action, and other refinements that make them play significantly better.
      "Entry level" or another term could work, but I'm not bothered by the terms "student" or "pro."

    • @dynoroad
      @dynoroad ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drwallysax A well setup yts-23 can play extremely well, better than some ”pro” horns for some people, so it’s not mutually exclusive. So again, why that label?
      There’s cheap and expensive, good and bad and those are not mutually exclusive. Why enable a marketing practice designed to make costumers feel a need to upgrade?
      The guitar, piano and drums markets do just fine without those labels.
      What exactly is ”pro” with this Jean Paul model?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dynoroad I’ve explained it, but you seem to have made up your mind.

    • @dynoroad
      @dynoroad ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drwallysax The reasons you find the labels useful are not applicable in every instance, hence why they don’t actually anything. You didn’t really try to convince me otherwise. I think you have made up your mind as much as I have.
      I enjoy this channel very much by the way. I just strongly disagree with your points about these marketing labels. Cheers!

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dynoroad If a label has to be applicable in "every instance" that would eliminate 99% of the worlds labels. Labels such as "pro" and "student" are useful generalizations that help us determine what features and design traits an instrument likely has (springs, ribbing, pads, high F#key, key height, engraving, key touches, etc). I've dedicated my life to teaching and studying the saxophone, I find these labels useful and appropriate. They exist in every industry, I find these more useful than "sport" "luxury" "limited" and various other marketing labels in other industries.

  • @wrtwatch8576
    @wrtwatch8576 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why so much reverb?

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Because I like it. Want less, record your own clips, you can use as little as you like!

    • @davidcox8961
      @davidcox8961 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwallysax Ha ha ;- )

  • @YangDongGilVibratoSaxophone
    @YangDongGilVibratoSaxophone ปีที่แล้ว

    hello? I think your instrument is good. I want to have it.

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 ปีที่แล้ว

    Out of Nowhere
    key of Concert G

  • @ArtBusker
    @ArtBusker 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Jamás un saxofón Chino pueda sonar como un Saxofón Pro !! Jamás !!!

  • @DannyB-cs9vx
    @DannyB-cs9vx ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought their Alto. It was a horrible mess. The bell was soldered on off center , so no way it ever played. The lower tone holes were in a completely different plane than the valves covering them. I am sure they check the instruments that they send you and other reviewers, but they didn't check mine.
    What was even worst was the customer service that I got from them. I took detailed photos and sent them and was still given a bad time. Did I buy it from an "authorised" seller, Did I buy it new, etc. The horn I got came out of their factory the way it was. How did that happen? I returned it to the seller and have not considered buying another Jean Paul product.
    My impression is Jean Paul uses people like you to sell their junk products, and they don't even have to pay you. To do an accurate review you would need to buy a few off of a stores inventory. People buying these are usually beginners and will blame themselves if they can't play them. If you want to see the horn I got, here it is. I am not monitized, so not doing this for profit. th-cam.com/video/q6U4jdSRVuw/w-d-xo.html If you are in a hurry, just go to the 7:20 minute of the video.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's really unfortunate. If you don't mind me asking, where did you buy it?

    • @DannyB-cs9vx
      @DannyB-cs9vx ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwallysax I bought it through an Ebay seller as lightly used. My point is it was a used, but was never good even when new.
      My caution to you is anyone can give you a perfect copy. When asked to do a review, you could ask the company to just give you the money to buy one from a distributer that you choose. there will be less chance you get a cherry picked item.
      Another TH-camr bought on amazon and got a lemon as well th-cam.com/video/GCkKpqbLVhU/w-d-xo.html
      He returned it and got another bad horn. Jean Paul did not send him a hand picked unit. this may be a big difference.

    • @bluscorpion
      @bluscorpion ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought mine off Amazon, and it had minor issues. However, you can't blame Jean Paul for a third party purchase. That person should have returned the horn if it didn't work, but probably couldn't because their kid banged it up. I've watched reviews where people talked about Jean Paul fixing the horns purchased directly from Jean Paul.

  • @gilsontopfstedt3554
    @gilsontopfstedt3554 ปีที่แล้ว

    For Just 1k more, buying a YTS 62 ? Surely a better choice.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      $1k is a lot of cash for many families.

    • @nhr27
      @nhr27 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "just"

  • @taraalishaberryofficial
    @taraalishaberryofficial ปีที่แล้ว

    🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @llRoBoBinHoll
    @llRoBoBinHoll ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Has anyone ever told you your manner of speaking resembles that of Tucker Carlson? That’s luckily where the resemblances end, though😅

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว +38

      No. Let us never speak of this again.

    • @coffinman5007
      @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Smh the pair of you.
      Tucker is ace.

    • @emmetfettig9196
      @emmetfettig9196 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wish I could be complimented this much

    • @MK-oe4np
      @MK-oe4np ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@coffinman5007 no

    • @coffinman5007
      @coffinman5007 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MK-oe4np Not having a row about it here.
      Your entitled to your opinion and im entitled to mine, something lefties dont seem to understand.
      You can go live in China if you want everyone to express only allowed thinking.

  • @AGC828
    @AGC828 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never heard of JP saxes. Don't believe we need to spend $2000 plus for a "good sax' ever. ...rather buy a vintage sax if i had to buy another...or wanted to for whatever the reason. Feel thtat if you've found your favourite...there's no point in buying 15 more...neriding out...heh...

  • @jeroenneve5807
    @jeroenneve5807 ปีที่แล้ว

    not interested in flashy gimmicks; they make the horns look cheap. some engraving is fine, however this is too much.

    • @drwallysax
      @drwallysax  ปีที่แล้ว

      up close, I tend to agree. From a distance it looks cool to me.