Jodyjazz HR* Custom Dark 8 - Tenor

The HR* Custom Dark series: Jody Jazz's "premium" vision

Founded by Jody Espina, the Jody Jazz brand has built a solid reputation thanks to mouthpieces designed to meet the expectations of demanding saxophonists, from advanced players to professionals. Each piece is individually handmade in Savannah (USA), with a high level of quality control and special attention to detail. Within this philosophy, the HR* Custom Dark series for tenor saxophone represents the brand's top-of-the-line ebonite offering, with a clear goal: to prioritize beautiful sound and playing pleasure.

Who is this tenor saxophone mouthpiece for?

The Jody Jazz HR* Custom Dark is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced saxophonists and professionals who want a mouthpiece capable of delivering a deep sound while maintaining presence and responsiveness. It is particularly suitable for jazz, soul, pop and stage/studio contexts where a warm tenor sound without harsh brightness is desired. It will also suit musicians oriented towards ballads and "velvet" tones, while still allowing authoritative articulation when the playing demands it.

Sound and design

This model was developed to be the darkest mouthpiece in the Jody Jazz range, with an approach focused on roundness and harmonic richness. The baffle has been shaped to preserve the punch and feedback appreciated by tenor players, while reducing unpleasant highs. The chamber and large bore contribute to this sensation of a full, soft, and warm sound, with a lively emission and controlled projection. Regarding finish, the ebonite is hand-finished and the tenon features a gold-plated metal ring for a premium touch and an elegant presentation on the neck.

Recommended compatible accessories

This mouthpiece is delivered without ligature or mouthpiece cap : plan to get a ligature and mouthpiece cap suitable for tenor saxophone to play and transport your equipment safely.

Technical specifications

Category	tenor saxophone	Color	Black
Material	Hard rubber	Finishing	Gold plated

Instrument	tenor saxophone	Product subject to a specific withdrawal right	for hygiene reasons, if this product has been opened, it must be free of any signs of use to qualify for withdrawal and be eligible for refund or exchange.
Opening	2.79 mm