Retro Revival Aims to End Your Hunt for Classic Mouthpieces
Introduction This year, The 2018 NAMM Show was filled with various manufacturers and vendors showcasing their new and existing line of products. With so many saxophones, ligatures, reeds, mouthpieces,...
View ArticleTheo Wanne Slant Sig 2 Mouthpiece: How does it stack up to the competition?
Introduction The vintage Otto Link “Slant Signature” mouthpiece is still today one of the most sought after and copied mouthpieces on the market. Almost every mouthpiece maker/manufacture offers their...
View ArticleNAMM 2019 Saxophone Gear Roundup
Introduction This marks my 8th year attending the annual NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) show and it’s pretty remarkable how much the show has grown in attendance year after year....
View ArticleSusan Brecker On the Legacy of Her Husband, Michael and the Saxophone...
If you’ve found your way to this article, chances are pretty good that you know who Michael Brecker is. Chances are also pretty good that you’ve spent many a listening session in awe of his legendary,...
View ArticleSax Sound Tips “Lightning-Round” from David Liebman + Reed Money
Anyhow who’s subscribed to the Best. Saxophone. Website. Ever. newsletter or follows the site on social media knows that I’ve just released a new course by sax legend, David Liebman titled The Ultimate...
View ArticleNAMM 2020 Saxophone Gear Roundup
Introduction Once again, the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Show 2020 was filled with exhibitors showcasing their latest music-making products, so once again,I was lucky enough to be...
View ArticleThe Gear Behind the “Buzz” Around B.S.S (Boston Sax Shop)
I have been following Jack Finucane at the increasingly-popular Boston Sax Shop for quite some time. Since the introduction of the Balam Back Strap, Jack has expanded his product line to include his...
View ArticleCelebrating Saxophone Day with 10 Sax Jokes You’ve Never Heard Before
It’s been a good 12 years since I published one of the all-time most popular articles on this website. That post being my most recent (and only) collection of terrible saxophone jokes to commemorate...
View Article“Bebop Sax Shop” Aims to be NYC’s Next Vintage Sax Epicenter
Introduction Since moving out to the Bay Area 7 years ago, I’ve had the chance to visit various music stores and repair shops and meet saxophonists selling gear from time to time. Now, when it comes to...
View ArticleNAMM 2023 Saxophone Gear Roundup
Introduction It’s been over two years since I last attended the NAMM (aka National Association of Music Merchants). As we all know, a lot of changes have happened with Covid and the resulting economic...
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