Jodyjazz HR* CUSTOM DARK SOPRANO 6

The HR* Custom Dark Series: Jody Jazz's "Premium" Standard

Designed by Jody Espina, Jody Jazz mouthpieces have established themselves among demanding saxophonists thanks to an approach combining innovation, exclusive models, and meticulous craftsmanship. The HR* Custom Dark series for soprano saxophone represents the brand's "Premium" line in ebonite: the goal is clear-to offer a mouthpiece that is both beautiful in tone and pleasant to play, preserving the expected harmonic richness of the soprano while limiting harsh highs. The work on the baffle, chamber, and bore aims to restore punch and feedback under the fingers without sacrificing warmth.

For Which Soprano Saxophonist?

The Jody Jazz HR* Custom Dark Soprano is aimed at intermediate to professional saxophonists seeking a more subdued sound aesthetic, ideal for jazz, ballads, chamber music, or contexts where one wants to avoid an overly bright tone. Its "dark" orientation will also appeal to pop and studio musicians looking for a warm soprano with good intonation control and a natural musical presence.

Sound and Design

Thanks to its ebonite construction and a design focused on a wider chamber and bore, this mouthpiece emphasizes a soft, warm, and dense timbre while maintaining the responsiveness necessary for soprano saxophone. The baffle is shaped to provide punch and feedback (the airflow and vibration felt by the player), with an emission that remains comfortable when working on dynamics and intonation. In terms of finish, the gold-plated metal ring on the mouthpiece tenon adds an elegant touch and contributes to a solid feel when assembling on the neck.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

As this mouthpiece is delivered without ligature or mouthpiece cap, you will need to provide a ligature and cap specific to soprano saxophone. Since exact compatibility depends on the ligature model and dimensions, it is recommended to choose a set advertised as compatible with "ebonite soprano mouthpiece."

• The darkest mouthpiece in the Jody Jazz range

Technical specifications

Category	soprano saxophone	Color	Black
Material	Hard rubber	Finishing	Gold plated

Opening	1.52 mm	Accessories not included	ligature, mouthpiece cap
Ring on the mouthpiece shank	gold-plated metal	Product subject to a specific right of withdrawal	for hygiene reasons, if this product has been opened, it must be free of any signs of use in order to qualify for withdrawal and be eligible for a refund or exchange.