I want to express my gratitude and say a huge THANK YOU to the amazing Bob Reynolds and (Chris Ferdinand). I have no words and I was truly shocked to see this unexpected video review of our saxophone line! Bob you are just such a killer saxophonist and kind person man. You didn’t need to gives us a shoutout like this but I am so very grateful for it, thank you! 🙌I feel so honored that you enjoyed playing on the horn 🥰🙏. The tenor in the video we made for Chris Around 2019 and it is the New York Signature Tenor. Very recently we released the highest quality modern tenor that we can produce which is hand assembled in our shop in New York City called the: Artist Edition Tenor. I’ll send you an email and I’ll try to put one of the Artist Edition Tenors together for you and mail it out to you sometime in the next few months for you to just have some fun on! 🎷🔥🥰
I’ve known Jack for a few years(online) and binged a lot of Bob’s videos during the pandemic to help me stay motivated to play saxophone and I’m so glad I was able to check him out when I went to Los Angeles. This was such a cool treat after such a great gig!
JL Woodwinds - I went to your site, these saxes look gorgeous and the prices seem more than fair. In fact, I hope it’s a sustainable enterprise for you and all the folks involved in building them.
Great demo… sounded fabulous. Smoking hot set going on there! Thanks for a taste of that! Ok my vote for next vid is the practice video. Then def. Snarky Puppy footage.
Thanks man for the amazing videos!!! It's so amazing that we can have videos of someone who plays as good as you and has your skill level and experience. I'm for the practice video first, but any of them I'm sure would be amazing.
Thanks for your great videos, Bob! Glad the word is getting out about John's horns... I've owned one of his sopranos since 2019 and love it - great vintage sound with excellent, modern ergonomics, set up and maintained by one of the best sax technicians anywhere!
Thanks for sharing this ! what surprised me the most is the passion of Chris Ferdinand, he definitely loves sharing for the sake of music, as Bob does !
I grew up on music, my grandfather was a drummer in Jamaica during his youth, has a few records out and my father managed many artists when I was a child and took me with him to studio sessions. It’s always been part of my life, even during the pandemic when practice motivation was at an all time low for me. I’m still playing though!!
I’d expect the horn to be amazing. John is an amazingly thoughtful technician. Oh, I’d like to see the Snarky Puppy content. But me likes a good practice vid too.
Insightful and entertaining and inspiring as always Bob!! Btw you had me when I saw the suit!! Keep up the amazing work we’re all better for it. Cheers!!
Makes me laugh, Bob says he doesn't know what this horn costs lol the price just went up. 😆 Great playing Bob and John deserves the success very nice guy.
Bob's one of the few guys that most people Trust, and why shouldn't we hes the Real deal! Everyone else has their own agenda and frankly are a little wormy or chessy. Nothing personal, we know ya all are just tryin to make a buck. Jamie Anderson we love you as well and know you're a great man just like Bob is!
um, duh: video about what went down at the SP live recording session, please! Practicing tips are great, even for those of us who are not sax players, but dude, GOTTA have the inside story on the Dallas thing! I actually had tickets for the last set on the last night, but due to circumstances, could not be there, ow. See you guys in Miami Beach in May!
Love your sound man. Do you still think the p mauriat system 76 plays similarly to a mark 6? I know you were recommending them a couple years ago. Just curious on your thoughts!
Hi Bob, it seems that many players have been changing their Mark VI and Conns for modern instruments such as Eastman, Forestone, Trevor James and alike. I wonder how many of these you have actually tested and for how long because I have the feeling that professional players like yourself would end up sounding the same on any of them in a week of testing... By the way, this is a quote from Brandford Marsalis.... I loved the horn and it's sound, you rock!
I think that's largely true (about sounding same after a week), so for me it's mostly about the feel of the instrument (and of course how it sounds). But I have no plans to switch, so it's more about seeing what's out there that comes close to the vintage horns that would be more affordable for someone looking for their next horn. (I've played the same Mark VI since I was in high school with only a couple deviations).
Sure would have been nice if you let Chris talk rather than interrupting him. The only time you let him get a word in edgewise is at the end, when he was saying nice things about you.
I know, I definitely steamrolled him. 🤦♂️ Almost didn't post the video because of that. Was excited by the horn and kinda stuck between talking to him and the camera. Heat of the moment.
@@bobreynolds No worries Bob! It happens sometime, I do that from time to time when trying out other horns or really anything I’m knowledgeable about. It was such a treat to hear you that night and have you play my horn! I’m hoping you have some gigs in December as I’ll be back for a week for New Years.
I recently bought a Yamaha 32 purple Logo. Which is the old 480. It's made in Japan and back then was really similar to the professional line saxs from Yamaha. Playing it with an Otto Link and I'm really happy with the sound
@@roshanesax3880 you're welcome but fair warning I paid ~800€ for a used one in good condition but prices also go up to 1.2k so I don't know if it qualifies for everyone's Budget category
This was awesome, Bob. May I ask: how did the horn feel in terms of weight and the angle of the neck compared to your Mark 6? I have been playing on my unlacquered Mauriat System 76 for about 10 years, but after borrowing a friends Mark 6 for an extended period, I found it hard going back to the Mauriat. It feels like it weighs a ton and the angle of the neck feels too steep.
@@bobreynolds Thanks Bob, I’m doing well. Things are getting back to normal in the school band setting, thankfully. Strange coincident, today is the seven year anniversary of your visit to Dixon High School.
Funny, I didn't even notice. That's probably something I liked about it! :) Coming from playing vintage horns, I feel opposite: I would definitely NOT want a high F# key. #differentstrokes ;)
If you’re not a classical player, the high F# key is inconvenient, it restricts you because it’s so far off from any altissimo fingerings, and sounds way thinner, and usually sharper, so I’m glad more and more modern horns are taking it away
The main problem with all those new saxophones is that you don't know how long it will last and stay that way. I only know that I own a Yanagisawa from new since 2005 and it has a great sound, never have failed one day and is very solid. From other brands I hear too often that they last about 10 years and than fall apart from rust and wear.
I'm sorry you are bothered. It bothers me, too, but it is how it went down. Many moving parts when making an impromptu video playing a stranger's horn in a food refrigerator that you're not quite sure if you'll end up using and not sure what audio's being picked up over the sound of the refrigerator.
I want to express my gratitude and say a huge THANK YOU to the amazing Bob Reynolds and (Chris Ferdinand). I have no words and I was truly shocked to see this unexpected video review of our saxophone line! Bob you are just such a killer saxophonist and kind person man. You didn’t need to gives us a shoutout like this but I am so very grateful for it, thank you! 🙌I feel so honored that you enjoyed playing on the horn 🥰🙏. The tenor in the video we made for Chris Around 2019 and it is the New York Signature Tenor. Very recently we released the highest quality modern tenor that we can produce which is hand assembled in our shop in New York City called the: Artist Edition Tenor. I’ll send you an email and I’ll try to put one of the Artist Edition Tenors together for you and mail it out to you sometime in the next few months for you to just have some fun on! 🎷🔥🥰
Congrats, John. You created a beautiful saxophone that honors the tradition while making improvements.
way to go John! Proud of you my brother! And Bob you are an inspiration for all of us!
John Is a super cool dude!
You the man John!
Pls can I get one too😁
I will love to have one too.
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Chris being a connection point for Bob and John is awesomeness
I’ve known Jack for a few years(online) and binged a lot of Bob’s videos during the pandemic to help me stay motivated to play saxophone and I’m so glad I was able to check him out when I went to Los Angeles. This was such a cool treat after such a great gig!
JL Woodwinds - I went to your site, these saxes look gorgeous and the prices seem more than fair. In fact, I hope it’s a sustainable enterprise for you and all the folks involved in building them.
Great demo… sounded fabulous. Smoking hot set going on there! Thanks for a taste of that!
Ok my vote for next vid is the practice video. Then def. Snarky Puppy footage.
I love the snarky puppy vlogs can we have that next!
Thanks man for the amazing videos!!! It's so amazing that we can have videos of someone who plays as good as you and has your skill level and experience. I'm for the practice video first, but any of them I'm sure would be amazing.
Thanks for your great videos, Bob! Glad the word is getting out about John's horns... I've owned one of his sopranos since 2019 and love it - great vintage sound with excellent, modern ergonomics, set up and maintained by one of the best sax technicians anywhere!
Thanks for sharing this ! what surprised me the most is the passion of Chris Ferdinand, he definitely loves sharing for the sake of music, as Bob does !
I grew up on music, my grandfather was a drummer in Jamaica during his youth, has a few records out and my father managed many artists when I was a child and took me with him to studio sessions. It’s always been part of my life, even during the pandemic when practice motivation was at an all time low for me. I’m still playing though!!
Thanks for this fun video Bob! I‘d love to see what went down during your recording session with Snarky Puppy next! 💥😃
I’d expect the horn to be amazing. John is an amazingly thoughtful technician. Oh, I’d like to see the Snarky Puppy content. But me likes a good practice vid too.
Another vlog that push me to play over and over thanks Bob
Yess!!! Chris is great! I ordered one of these horns recently and I can’t wait to get it
Keep us updated with your TH-cam video.
Insightful and entertaining and inspiring as always Bob!! Btw you had me when I saw the suit!! Keep up the amazing work we’re all better for it. Cheers!!
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Sounds great as always, Bob. That's a really cool horn. That definitely sounds like a great option if you're looking into a MKVI or SBA.
Hi Chris!
@@bobreynolds Hi, Bob. How's it going?
Makes me laugh, Bob says he doesn't know what this horn costs lol the price just went up. 😆 Great playing Bob and John deserves the success very nice guy.
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Of course John is also a truly GENUINE Man! He can be trusted
I'd sure love a video about what went down at the Snarky Puppy live recording session!
So glad your sharing this. John is the real deal. If I get a new horn it'll be one of John's.
I can still tell it sounds good even though mic quality isn't great. I'm impressed!
Beautiful horn, beautiful playing, beautiful man in a beautiful suit. Four thumbs up.
Both video ideas are something I’d enjoy so make the video that’s easier to edit first! Thanks Bob!!!! Enjoy all of those videos!
Thanks, Chris
3:32 ouch! 6:52 how bad is that dent ? :)
Thanks for this video Bob! Can't wait to see the next two! I'm sure you'll succeed in posting them , ✌️
Bob's one of the few guys that most people Trust, and why shouldn't we hes the Real deal! Everyone else has their own agenda and frankly are a little wormy or chessy. Nothing personal, we know ya all are just tryin to make a buck. Jamie Anderson we love you as well and know you're a great man just like Bob is!
You and Jay scrubbing up pretty well in the suits!
Great video! I would love to see the behind the scenes snarky puppy recording session!
The price is $4350 if anyone is interested.😵💫
Snarky Puppy please.. You and Jay are killing it. Would be great to hear some of that as well
Definitely the Snarky Puppy please! Cannot wait for the new album and am just waiting for the pre-order announcement!
The sound is genious. And what a brillant video like ever.....!👍🎷🔝
Great video Bob always enjoy your content. Id say the snarky vid first then practice.
For me, I always prefer videos about practicing, to answer your question
um, duh: video about what went down at the SP live recording session, please! Practicing tips are great, even for those of us who are not sax players, but dude, GOTTA have the inside story on the Dallas thing! I actually had tickets for the last set on the last night, but due to circumstances, could not be there, ow. See you guys in Miami Beach in May!
He said the SP video is coming...
I love everything about this video... ❤️
You should try the Ishimori. Like a mark vi but in tune.
I'd love to see the Snarky stuff please!
Love your sound man. Do you still think the p mauriat system 76 plays similarly to a mark 6? I know you were recommending them a couple years ago. Just curious on your thoughts!
Wow...nice sounding horn!
2:27 Literally a potato cam :D
Lets see the Snarky Puppy adventures first!
Sounds and feels like a vintage, plus without the problems
I bought one back in 2021 and i love it😭
I'm from Russia and i very sad if yotube had a block. Thank You, Mr. Reynolds for your music!!!!
Hey, man ! Everything is gonna be alright !
Vseo budit' khorosho !
VPN
May you please tell us what mouthpiece were you playing with the Jl Saxophone ?
Hi Bob, it seems that many players have been changing their Mark VI and Conns for modern instruments such as Eastman, Forestone, Trevor James and alike. I wonder how many of these you have actually tested and for how long because I have the feeling that professional players like yourself would end up sounding the same on any of them in a week of testing... By the way, this is a quote from Brandford Marsalis.... I loved the horn and it's sound, you rock!
I think that's largely true (about sounding same after a week), so for me it's mostly about the feel of the instrument (and of course how it sounds). But I have no plans to switch, so it's more about seeing what's out there that comes close to the vintage horns that would be more affordable for someone looking for their next horn. (I've played the same Mark VI since I was in high school with only a couple deviations).
@@bobreynolds Thanks for answering!
Practice video!
The Horn sounds great sir 😃
Did you mention inside/outside👍🏽🎷
It's happening. Announcement soon.
Great playing.
Always take a bag of potatoes with you from now on!
More Snarky please!
😂 always
What is the name of the horn?
Sure would have been nice if you let Chris talk rather than interrupting him. The only time you let him get a word in edgewise is at the end, when he was saying nice things about you.
I know, I definitely steamrolled him. 🤦♂️ Almost didn't post the video because of that. Was excited by the horn and kinda stuck between talking to him and the camera. Heat of the moment.
@@bobreynolds No worries Bob! It happens sometime, I do that from time to time when trying out other horns or really anything I’m knowledgeable about. It was such a treat to hear you that night and have you play my horn! I’m hoping you have some gigs in December as I’ll be back for a week for New Years.
How’s the weight on that horn, Bob? I feel like some new saxes are unnecessarily heavy.
Good point. It's heavier than my VI. Not AS heavy as some others I've tried.
boyth That story alone is worth the sub and like
I know that dude Chris that brought the sax from Smalls in New York😯
nice sound!
When are you coming back to Dallas? My fiancé and I love you!
Jack Finucane watching this: 😡
No high F-sharp key. Why? They probably invented it for a reason, so why not have it?
It's unnecessary and it just gets in the way. You don't need a high F# key.
Can you recommend me a good budget saxophone?
I recently bought a Yamaha 32 purple Logo. Which is the old 480. It's made in Japan and back then was really similar to the professional line saxs from Yamaha. Playing it with an Otto Link and I'm really happy with the sound
@@simeon7548 Thank you so much brother ❤️
@@roshanesax3880 you're welcome but fair warning I paid ~800€ for a used one in good condition but prices also go up to 1.2k so I don't know if it qualifies for everyone's Budget category
I’d like a video on practicing
I vote for Snarky Puppy!
What Brand an model is it?
It’s a JL Woodwinds New York Signature Series. They also have an Artist Edition that came out recently.
He tells you at 1:30
Practicing
PRACTICE VID! :D
SnarkyPupp..SUBBED!
LOVELY MAESTRO,TQ
gimme that snarky puppy vid bruh!!
Hi Chris!!!😇
Snarky puppy behind the scenes please.
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This was awesome, Bob. May I ask: how did the horn feel in terms of weight and the angle of the neck compared to your Mark 6?
I have been playing on my unlacquered Mauriat System 76 for about 10 years, but after borrowing a friends Mark 6 for an extended period, I found it hard going back to the Mauriat. It feels like it weighs a ton and the angle of the neck feels too steep.
Hi James! The neck angle was surprisingly close(r) to my 6. Not as sloped as I anticipated. It is heavier than my 6.
First Snarky Puppy, then practicing
noted :) Hope you're doing well, Adrian.
@@bobreynolds Thanks Bob, I’m doing well. Things are getting back to normal in the school band setting, thankfully. Strange coincident, today is the seven year anniversary of your visit to Dixon High School.
Snarky puppy !
sounds great. you should try Remy saxophones from Amsterdam, I owe one and loving it!
no high F# key? can't wait for this trend to end
Funny, I didn't even notice. That's probably something I liked about it! :) Coming from playing vintage horns, I feel opposite: I would definitely NOT want a high F# key. #differentstrokes ;)
If you’re not a classical player, the high F# key is inconvenient, it restricts you because it’s so far off from any altissimo fingerings, and sounds way thinner, and usually sharper, so I’m glad more and more modern horns are taking it away
The main problem with all those new saxophones is that you don't know how long it will last and stay that way. I only know that I own a Yanagisawa from new since 2005 and it has a great sound, never have failed one day and is very solid. From other brands I hear too often that they last about 10 years and than fall apart from rust and wear.
Man, I really love your stuff about practicing but SNARKY STUFF PLEASE
👍🏽🎶🎵🎷
💛🙄🌾🌱
It bothers me so much that you, Bob, interrupts the owner of the sax EVERY TIME he tries to speak!
I'm sorry you are bothered. It bothers me, too, but it is how it went down. Many moving parts when making an impromptu video playing a stranger's horn in a food refrigerator that you're not quite sure if you'll end up using and not sure what audio's being picked up over the sound of the refrigerator.
i'd rather see the video about practicing first!
Where is it made China or Taiwan?
👍🏽🎶🎵🎷