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.101 tip opening
The narrowest gap here. Less air needed, easier to control at soft volumes, less top-end volume available.
Product detailSKU #1275931217960
JodyJazzDV CHI Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece Model 7 (.101 Tip)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A $675 tenor saxophone mouthpiece with a .101 tip, the most moderate opening in this DV CHI run. For players who want control over raw volume.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players moving up from a stock mouthpiece without a big resistance jump
- Doubling gigs where intonation and quick response matter more than volume
- Sections and pit work needing a focused, controllable tenor sound
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud rock and R&B horn lines where you want maximum spread
- Players already comfortable on .110-plus tips; this will feel tight
- Anyone unwilling to re-test reed strengths after switching
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 7 in the DV CHI line
JodyJazz's numbering: 7 is the smallest of these three, 7* next, 8* widest. Same piece, different tip.
Detail 03
Tenor saxophone fit
Sized for a tenor neck cork only. Will not fit alto, soprano, or baritone.
Detail 04
$675 price
Puts it in pro mouthpiece territory, well past student pieces; expect a noticeable step in response.
Detail 05
Tip opening drives reed choice
A tighter tip usually pairs with a harder reed than a .116 would. Budget for trying two or three strengths.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check that your current ligature fits this mouthpiece's body before your next gig
- 02Your neck cork may need sanding or building up for a snug fit
- 03Expect a break-in period; judge it after a week, not one session
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between the 7, 7*, and 8*?
Tip opening only: .101, .108, and .116. Wider tips take more air and give more volume and flexibility; narrower tips are easier to control.
02What reed strength should I use with a .101 tip?
Narrow tips generally want a harder reed than wide ones. Start around where you play now and test a half-strength up and down.
03Will this fit my alto?
No. This is cut for tenor saxophone. Alto needs an alto-sized mouthpiece.
04Is a ligature and cap included?
Confirm with the seller before ordering. Many players keep their existing ligature anyway; check it seats properly on this body.
