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.072 tip opening
Moderate gap. Easier to control at the top and bottom of the horn, with less air needed than wider tips.
Product detailSKU #1274319721918
JodyJazzDV Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Model 5 (.072 Tip)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
JodyJazz DV alto mouthpiece with a .072 tip. The more controllable end of the line, for players who want projection without giving up pitch stability.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stepping up from a stock piece without a huge blowing change
- Doubling between combo jazz and section work
- Players who want volume but need reliable intonation
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical players after a dark, covered concert tone
- Loud rock horn lines where a wider tip helps you cut
- Beginners in their first year on the horn
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Model 5 in the numbered range
Lower number, narrower tip. Sits .011 inch under the Model 7 in this same line.
Detail 03
Alto saxophone specific
Shank is sized for an alto neck cork. Not usable on tenor, soprano, or bari.
Detail 04
$595 price
Professional tier pricing, not a step-up student piece. Expect a hand-finished facing.
Detail 05
Mouthpiece only
Swaps for the mouthpiece already on your horn. Reeds and ligature are separate purchases.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reed strength you use on a stock piece will roughly carry over here
- 02Reeds, ligature, and cap are not part of the mouthpiece
- 03Neck cork may need refitting or greasing for a snug, leak-free seal
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the 5 too closed for jazz?
No. A .072 tip handles small-group jazz fine and gives steadier pitch than wider tips. Choose the 7 only if you need more raw volume.
02What reed should I start with?
Whatever you already play on a similar tip. If unsure, buy a mixed strength box and work from the middle.
03Does it fit tenor sax?
No. This is the alto piece. Tenor uses a different size.
04What's the difference between this and the DV NY?
They're separate models in JodyJazz's DV family, both offered at a .072 tip. Spec them individually rather than treating one as a variant of the other.
