What do you suggest to do if you adjust the string all the way up but the saxophone is still to far away from your mouth and you still have to bend your neck to reach the mouthpiece
Hi there! I eant to thank you for this video! I can see it's been recorded few ago but I find myself in your very same situation regarding pain on my back and mire the 9 vertebra in bad shape. So I understand you when your referring to back pain oh my Gosh I do understand You!! And like you I play everyday for hours cuz is my life and therapy as a combat Veteran of war. But pain does affect me and I truly cannot see myself not playing the Saxophone! So thank you very much for your testimony and how great this Strap has been for you!! Seriously thank You. Now to find a way to afford it because is the answer to my continue therapy ! Thank You
Hello! Thanks so much for your message. Really happy to hear that my video resonated with you. I know how painful back and neck injuries can be and wanted to share my little story with the world. The holder has been a life-saver, literally. I learned to do lots of strength in the gym too, to allow my body to cope with the weight and posture. Good luck to you and keep on playing!
I bought the latest version of this a few weeks ago. It’s great. The one change I would make is to have a linking security cord on the back linking the two shoulder hooks. As someone else observed it can slip off your shoulders if you lean forward so it doesn’t offer the security of the traditional neck strap.
The new model has that yellow button in the middle that secures the arms. That secures it a bit more than the old version. The cord at the back is such a great idea. I will suggest it to Jazz Lab😀
Hello! 1) Does the pressure on the solar plexus affect your ability to breath or durabillity when you play the saxophone? 2) Can you play having your horn on the side? Thank you for your very informative and nice review :)
Hey Kouts, at the beginning the plate would bother me a lot as I found it to be very uncomfortable. After my back injury, I had no choice as I did not want to use a traditional strap (and I still don't) so I forced myself to not think about it and now I don't even notice it. I prefer to have the plate high up where the solar plexus is as I don't like having it down on my belly but that's a personal preference. The plate does not interfere with my breathing :) I only play alto and I always play with the horn centered. However, if for any reason, I want/need to play with the horn sideways I can with no issues. I hope this helps. For anything else let me know :) Best, Martino
Many thanks for this great video Martino. I bought the old Saxholder the very day I started playing the saxophone for the first time four years ago. The only minor issue I have with the Saxholder is that it tends to slip off the shoulders if I bend down or lean too far forward whilst wearing it. Otherwise it is very comfortable, solidly built, very reasonably priced and does an excellent job distributing the weight of the saxophone over the shoulders.
Preet! It is so nice to hear from you! Yes, the sax holder is great! The holder it does slip off if you are not careful, though very stable for general playing/practicing. Have you tried the new model? They added a button in the middle that locks the arms😀
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool Very nice to see you looking well and happy Martino! I have not tried the new model but if my old one broke I would certainly buy it. The button locks, being able to fix the extension to a certain length and the larger abdominal rest all make the new model an improvement to what was already a great product.
im using the sax holder pro on an alto sax and i have terrible neck pain... im probably using it wrong but i can find anything if i am using it correctly.
Separate the handle more perhaps. You might compressing some muscles in the shoulder that might be giving your neck pain or bring the sax higher as perhaps you're playing with the neck too forward. Note, this is not medical advice. For medical advise seek a specialist.
Hey what size of the new one do you have. I have the medium version and the bendy parts don’t go all the way down my shoulders like it does yours. I use a wrap around because I’ve had major surgery on my back so I want to take it off my neck but I’m getting massive shoulder pain where it gets hot and painful. Was wanting to use this to maybe take the pain away from my shoulder. Should I get the XL version instead of the Medium?
Mine is a medium as well. If you have some pain try all the possible combinations/alternatives until there's no pain left. If the shoulder/scapula pain is too much there's other alternatives to the sax holder that take the pain away. There's one by Vandoren called Universal Harness that might be a good thing to try :)
Hi Martino, when the Reed gets too moisten, this affects the sound. I guess it does need to be replaced. Is it still good enough to use after I'd dried ? Thank you
Hi, Martino! I own the old version of the Sax Holder since 2015. The only different detail I liked very much for this new one is the little yellow button to block the two shoulder hooks. They easily slip off the shoulder if you wear the Holder while you are moving (as a marching band player or if you are on stage) and that button could fix the issue. Without it the old version is fantastic, but only if you play sitting down or standing up without too much movement. Thanks for this review and have you a nice ending of this weird 2020!
What a great point Stefano! Grazie mille! I don’t play in marching bands nor haven’t ever done it seriously and that’s a very important factor to consider that I completely forgot to include here! Amazing! Have a Happy New Year and let’s keep making music despite what we are living right now🤣🤣 forza! A presto! Martino
Thank you Martino once again! ❤ But now, it seems to be I have a problem wth my LH positioning on the keys. The wrist is become sensitive after the bend/twist. I am afraid that It will course a sprain. I don't play excessively, just an hour, 10 mins intervals and break as you advised. May be I should practice every other day, so I have more rest ? Small hands (
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Hi, can I use the saxholder with a soprano (actually with a Roand Aerophone)?
Yes, you totally can but see if you find it comfortable. I prefer the 1st model if I play soprano just because the 2nd Sax Holder model has the string holder that interfere with the actual saxophone.
Hey Martin! I’m not qualified to give medical advice but I do feel it might interfere, yes. Do test it out before buying it and do consult with your doctor as well. 😀👍
Hi Martino. A quick question. I've just moved over to using this one - it is so much better for my neck. However I'm finding that I'm losing the grip on the alto when I get to the high D. I suspect it is the way I'm holding the saxophone but I wondered if you had any suggestions?
Hey Jenny! Nice to read you here! Ehm, tricky to tell without seeing you but check if you are pushing the sax out too forward with the right thumb. That might make it harder for stabilizing the sax. When playing palm D (I guess that’s the D you’re having troubles with) leave the sax touching your body so you add another point of contact which will help. Let me k ow if that solves this somehow😀🙏🎷
Hi Martino, I have a question for you (you probably answer this thousands of times living in London) I would like to practice at night when I arrive home, but it’s too noise and I don’t want to disturbe my neighbors. Do you recommend me to practice with an ewi sax or do you think this is useless ? Thank you for your great videos!
Hola Manuel! I don’t play the ewi but if you want to get better at playing the saxophone you need to play the saxophone ahah. The ewi won’t substitute sax playing as sound production and key feel is different. It’s a nice instrument to make music though. Have you tried the sax mute? The enclosure?
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool First of all, thank you for take the time to answer me. I didn’t tried neither of them, the sax mute is quite expensive, so I want to make sure that may be worthy. Never heard about the enclosure, I will take a look!
Hi guys, I found good solution to play quiter..I open wardrobe that situating the corner of the room. So the sound is distributes kind of inside, the clothes make it not travell around. Probably, not perfect for playing during the night but still neighbours friendly 😁
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool Sure! It is fun and play few easy songs with Sax after one month practicing! Good to use a comfortable Sax Holder. Have the new one now. Greetings from Germany!
I'll never go back to a regular neck strap after using this. It doesn't ruin my neck any further than it already is, and it's not very conspicuous, unlike some of those harnesses.
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool I've tried the Vandoren harness as well, and it's very comfortable, but the Sax Holder is much easier to take on and off and doesn't get tangled.
Absolument fantastique! Le saxophone lévite devant vous et mon tenor de 3,5 kg pèse 200gr et il se range dans le pavillon. Sans doute la meilleure invention depuis ce cher Adolphe qui aurait validé à 1000000%. Le mec qui a le brevet peut commander son yacht!
Bonjour MARTINO, super vidéo ;) Je possèdeproblèmeet maintenir fermement les 2 cordes noires pour régler la hauteur, ne presse pas assez correctement les 2 lanières et, du coup, mon saxophone redescend doucement à chaque fois (Je n'ai absolument pas ce pb sur le SAXHOLDER 1st release) - Je possède un sax ténor CANNONBALL BIG BELL T5B ice B Raven 3.4kg) Pour ceux qui jouent du ténor, et qui utilisent un SAX HOLDER PRO avez-vous ressenti le même problème SVP ?
Let me know if you have any questions on how to use the sax holder or any other questions on saxophone playing. Happy playing!
Don't have questions, but I just want to thank you for fixing a large deal of my back pain!
Ahaha I didn’t do much! It’s all the sax holder!! Yes, am a new person too!!😂🎉
What do you suggest to do if you adjust the string all the way up but the saxophone is still to far away from your mouth and you still have to bend your neck to reach the mouthpiece
Just recently bought the jazz lab sax holder
Bend the handles a bit more, that will bring up the saxophone closer to your mouth😀
Hi there! I eant to thank you for this video! I can see it's been recorded few ago but I find myself in your very same situation regarding pain on my back and mire the 9 vertebra in bad shape. So I understand you when your referring to back pain oh my Gosh I do understand You!! And like you I play everyday for hours cuz is my life and therapy as a combat Veteran of war. But pain does affect me and I truly cannot see myself not playing the Saxophone! So thank you very much for your testimony and how great this Strap has been for you!! Seriously thank You. Now to find a way to afford it because is the answer to my continue therapy ! Thank You
Hello! Thanks so much for your message. Really happy to hear that my video resonated with you. I know how painful back and neck injuries can be and wanted to share my little story with the world.
The holder has been a life-saver, literally. I learned to do lots of strength in the gym too, to allow my body to cope with the weight and posture.
Good luck to you and keep on playing!
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool absolutely!! Thank You for sharing
I bought the latest version of this a few weeks ago. It’s great. The one change I would make is to have a linking security cord on the back linking the two shoulder hooks. As someone else observed it can slip off your shoulders if you lean forward so it doesn’t offer the security of the traditional neck strap.
The new model has that yellow button in the middle that secures the arms. That secures it a bit more than the old version. The cord at the back is such a great idea. I will suggest it to Jazz Lab😀
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool Thank you for such an informative video.
No problem! My pleasure🎷
Hello!
1) Does the pressure on the solar plexus affect your ability to breath or durabillity when you play the saxophone?
2) Can you play having your horn on the side?
Thank you for your very informative and nice review :)
Hey Kouts, at the beginning the plate would bother me a lot as I found it to be very uncomfortable. After my back injury, I had no choice as I did not want to use a traditional strap (and I still don't) so I forced myself to not think about it and now I don't even notice it. I prefer to have the plate high up where the solar plexus is as I don't like having it down on my belly but that's a personal preference. The plate does not interfere with my breathing :)
I only play alto and I always play with the horn centered. However, if for any reason, I want/need to play with the horn sideways I can with no issues.
I hope this helps. For anything else let me know :)
Best,
Martino
Many thanks for this great video Martino. I bought the old Saxholder the very day I started playing the saxophone for the first time four years ago. The only minor issue I have with the Saxholder is that it tends to slip off the shoulders if I bend down or lean too far forward whilst wearing it. Otherwise it is very comfortable, solidly built, very reasonably priced and does an excellent job distributing the weight of the saxophone over the shoulders.
Preet! It is so nice to hear from you! Yes, the sax holder is great! The holder it does slip off if you are not careful, though very stable for general playing/practicing. Have you tried the new model? They added a button in the middle that locks the arms😀
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool Very nice to see you looking well and happy Martino! I have not tried the new model but if my old one broke I would certainly buy it. The button locks, being able to fix the extension to a certain length and the larger abdominal rest all make the new model an improvement to what was already a great product.
im using the sax holder pro on an alto sax and i have terrible neck pain... im probably using it wrong but i can find anything if i am using it correctly.
Separate the handle more perhaps. You might compressing some muscles in the shoulder that might be giving your neck pain or bring the sax higher as perhaps you're playing with the neck too forward.
Note, this is not medical advice. For medical advise seek a specialist.
Sir, whice one more comfortable and stable, the new or the old version
Both are great! The both feel pretty much the same. I use them both wit ho preference :)
Hey what size of the new one do you have. I have the medium version and the bendy parts don’t go all the way down my shoulders like it does yours. I use a wrap around because I’ve had major surgery on my back so I want to take it off my neck but I’m getting massive shoulder pain where it gets hot and painful. Was wanting to use this to maybe take the pain away from my shoulder. Should I get the XL version instead of the Medium?
Mine is a medium as well. If you have some pain try all the possible combinations/alternatives until there's no pain left. If the shoulder/scapula pain is too much there's other alternatives to the sax holder that take the pain away. There's one by Vandoren called Universal Harness that might be a good thing to try :)
Thanks Martino! Very instructive and helpful review! 🙏Benno
No worries! The sax holder is the best!!
Actually, you can turn the piece horizontal on the new version. There's a little yellow button you can press to do that.
sometimes it helps to read the manual! ;-D
Hi Martino, when the Reed gets too moisten, this affects the sound. I guess it does need to be replaced. Is it still good enough to use after I'd dried ? Thank you
Hi Eugenia, I had done a video on reeds that might help you, actually.
Check it out here. Hope it helps:
th-cam.com/video/PeHdy0omyBU/w-d-xo.html
Thank you Martino! Very useful! Good advice ❤
So glad it helped😀😀
Thanks for the really nice review!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thanks for watching! So gald you enjoed it😀 the sax holder is amazing!
Hi, Martino! I own the old version of the Sax Holder since 2015. The only different detail I liked very much for this new one is the little yellow button to block the two shoulder hooks. They easily slip off the shoulder if you wear the Holder while you are moving (as a marching band player or if you are on stage) and that button could fix the issue. Without it the old version is fantastic, but only if you play sitting down or standing up without too much movement. Thanks for this review and have you a nice ending of this weird 2020!
What a great point Stefano! Grazie mille!
I don’t play in marching bands nor haven’t ever done it seriously and that’s a very important factor to consider that I completely forgot to include here! Amazing! Have a Happy New Year and let’s keep making music despite what we are living right now🤣🤣 forza! A presto! Martino
Hi Martino, I'm about the reed. Why people moist it in before playing ? Thanks
Just to get it ready to play. It's very hard to play with a dry reed :)
Thank you Martino once again! ❤
But now, it seems to be I have a problem wth my LH positioning on the keys. The wrist is become sensitive after the bend/twist. I am afraid that It will course a sprain. I don't play excessively, just an hour, 10 mins intervals and break as you advised. May be I should practice every other day, so I have more rest ? Small hands (
Hi, can I use the saxholder with a soprano (actually with a Roand Aerophone)?
Yes, you totally can but see if you find it comfortable. I prefer the 1st model if I play soprano just because the 2nd Sax Holder model has the string holder that interfere with the actual saxophone.
I have pectum carinatum, it would interfere with it?
Hey Martin! I’m not qualified to give medical advice but I do feel it might interfere, yes. Do test it out before buying it and do consult with your doctor as well.
😀👍
Hi Martino. A quick question. I've just moved over to using this one - it is so much better for my neck. However I'm finding that I'm losing the grip on the alto when I get to the high D. I suspect it is the way I'm holding the saxophone but I wondered if you had any suggestions?
Hey Jenny! Nice to read you here! Ehm, tricky to tell without seeing you but check if you are pushing the sax out too forward with the right thumb.
That might make it harder for stabilizing the sax.
When playing palm D (I guess that’s the D you’re having troubles with) leave the sax touching your body so you add another point of contact which will help.
Let me k ow if that solves this somehow😀🙏🎷
Hi Martino, I have a question for you (you probably answer this thousands of times living in London) I would like to practice at night when I arrive home, but it’s too noise and I don’t want to disturbe my neighbors. Do you recommend me to practice with an ewi sax or do you think this is useless ? Thank you for your great videos!
Hola Manuel! I don’t play the ewi but if you want to get better at playing the saxophone you need to play the saxophone ahah.
The ewi won’t substitute sax playing as sound production and key feel is different.
It’s a nice instrument to make music though.
Have you tried the sax mute? The enclosure?
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool First of all, thank you for take the time to answer me. I didn’t tried neither of them, the sax mute is quite expensive, so I want to make sure that may be worthy. Never heard about the enclosure, I will take a look!
Hi guys, I found good solution to play quiter..I open wardrobe that situating the corner of the room. So the sound is distributes kind of inside, the clothes make it not travell around. Probably, not perfect for playing during the night but still neighbours friendly 😁
Yes, that’s awesome! You can also play against thick curtains or under a blanket😀😀
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool 🤣🤣under blanket ..☺️
Very good explanation. Started to play Sax few days ago. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Keep on playing!
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool Sure! It is fun and play few easy songs with Sax after one month practicing! Good to use a comfortable Sax Holder. Have the new one now. Greetings from Germany!
Amazinf news Dieter!!😀😀🎉
I'll never go back to a regular neck strap after using this. It doesn't ruin my neck any further than it already is, and it's not very conspicuous, unlike some of those harnesses.
Me neither! The Sax Holder has literally save me!
@@LondonSaxophoneSchool I've tried the Vandoren harness as well, and it's very comfortable, but the Sax Holder is much easier to take on and off and doesn't get tangled.
Absolument fantastique!
Le saxophone lévite devant vous et mon tenor de 3,5 kg pèse 200gr et il se range dans le pavillon.
Sans doute la meilleure invention depuis ce cher Adolphe qui aurait validé à 1000000%.
Le mec qui a le brevet peut commander son yacht!
Totalement d'accord avec toi! Thank you for your comment! :)
Bonjour MARTINO, super vidéo ;)
Je possèdeproblèmeet maintenir fermement les 2 cordes noires pour régler la hauteur, ne presse pas assez correctement les 2 lanières et, du coup, mon saxophone redescend doucement à chaque fois (Je n'ai absolument pas ce pb sur le SAXHOLDER 1st release) - Je possède un sax ténor CANNONBALL BIG BELL T5B ice B Raven 3.4kg) Pour ceux qui jouent du ténor, et qui utilisent un SAX HOLDER PRO avez-vous ressenti le même problème SVP ?
So glad you enjoyed this review and you like your sax holder! It's awesome!