Detail 01
.120 tip opening
That's a wide opening for baritone. More air moves, more volume available, but it takes more control to keep pitch steady.
Product detailSKU #1274319721934
JodyJazzDV NY Baritone Saxophone Mouthpiece Model 8 (.120 Tip)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A .120 tip baritone mouthpiece from JodyJazz's DV NY line. For players who already know they want a wide-open bari setup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Loud stages where the bari has to cut through a horn section
- Players already comfortable on open tips and softer reeds
- Doublers who want one committed bari piece, not a compromise
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Students still building embouchure strength on a stock piece
- Section players needing to blend rather than project
- Anyone unwilling to change reed strength to match the tip
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 8
The number is JodyJazz's tip size scale, not a quality rank. An 8 is not an upgrade over a 7 — it's a different setup.
Detail 03
DV NY designation
A separate model line from the standard DV. If you've played a DV, don't assume this responds the same way.
Detail 04
Baritone-specific
Bari mouthpieces are physically much larger than alto or tenor. Reeds, ligature and cap all have to be bari-sized.
Detail 05
$750
Professional tier. At this price you're buying a facing you'll keep for years, not something to try and resell.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Open tips generally pair with softer reeds — budget for a different reed strength
- 02Confirm your ligature fits this piece before your next gig
- 03Neck cork may need sanding or building up for a snug fit
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a .120 tip too open for me?
If you currently play a medium tip and struggle past an hour, yes. Wide tips demand more air and embouchure control. Players who already run open on tenor usually adapt fine.
02What reed strength should I use?
Most players drop at least half a strength, sometimes a full one, when moving to a .120. Buy a mixed pack and test rather than committing to a box.
03How is this different from the standard DV bari piece?
It's a distinct model line in JodyJazz's range with the same .120 tip. Try both if you can — the naming does not mean one supersedes the other.
04Will it fit my baritone?
It's a baritone-specific piece, so it fits standard bari necks. Cork thickness varies by horn and age, so minor cork adjustment is normal.
