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.072 tip opening
Moderate gap between reed and tip rail. Less air to fill, steadier intonation, less extreme bending than open pieces.
Product detailSKU #1274319721929
JodyJazzDV NY Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece Model 5 (.072 Tip)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
JodyJazz DV NY alto mouthpiece with a .072 tip. A separate model in the DV family, at the controllable end of the tip range.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Small-group jazz where pitch control matters more than raw volume
- Players moving off a stock mouthpiece to a pro piece
- Gigging altoists who want one piece for mixed repertoire
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Concert band players needing a blended classical sound
- Players who already want a wider .080-plus tip
- First-year students — this is well past a starter piece
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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NY designation
Its own model within JodyJazz's DV line, not a finish option on the standard DV. Spec them separately.
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Model 5 numbering
Lower number means narrower tip in this line. Model numbers track tip opening, not quality.
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Alto saxophone specific
Cut for an alto neck. Won't fit tenor, soprano, or bari horns.
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$595 price
Professional tier. Priced alongside the standard DV rather than below it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reeds, ligature, and cap are separate — the mouthpiece ships as the mouthpiece
- 02Confirm your ligature closes on this body before your next gig
- 03Expect a week or two of practice before it feels settled
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is the DV NY different from the DV?
They are distinct models in the same JodyJazz DV family, offered here at the same .072 tip. Play both if you can rather than assuming one substitutes for the other.
02Is a .072 tip good for a step-up player?
Yes. It's open enough to project but narrow enough that intonation stays manageable while you adjust.
03Will my current reeds work?
Reeds are alto-cut and universal across alto mouthpieces. Strength may need a small adjustment depending on what you played before.
04Does this fit tenor?
No. This is an alto mouthpiece only.
