Detail 01
.101 tip opening
The most closed tip in this line. Easier to control and less tiring over a long set than the wider models.
Product detailSKU #1274319721888
JodyJazzDV Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece Model 7 (.101 Tip)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 24K gold-plated metal tenor mouthpiece with a .101 tip, the closest opening in the DV range. For players who want projection with more control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players moving to metal for the first time
- Doubling gigs where control matters more than raw volume
- Sax players who want cut without fighting the piece
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who already use .110 and wider tips
- Classical and concert-band work needing a dark tone
- Anyone wanting maximum volume from a wide opening
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.
Detail 02
24K gold plated brass
Metal body plays brighter and more focused than hard rubber. Plating resists corrosion from saliva and handling.
Detail 03
Model 7 vs 7*
The plain 7 is the closer tip. Less air required, more stable intonation, slightly less volume ceiling at the top.
Detail 04
Rovner Dark ligature included
A fabric ligature that takes some hardness off the metal body. You don't need to buy a ligature to start playing.
Detail 05
Tenor sax fit
Sized for tenor only. It will not fit alto, soprano or baritone necks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Metal mouthpieces need a metal-compatible cap; check the neck cork fit first
- 02A closer tip usually takes a slightly harder reed than a wide one
- 03Confirm you want the 7 and not the 7* — they are different tips
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Should I get the 7 or the 7*?
The 7 is .101, the 7* is .108. Take the 7 if you want more control and less air demand; take the 7* if you need more volume and flexibility.
02What reed strength works with a .101 tip?
Closer tips pair with harder reeds. Many tenor players land around a 3 to 3.5, but reed brand and cut change this more than the number does.
03Will this fit my tenor without work?
It fits standard tenor necks. Cork that has compressed over time may need building up, and thick cork may need sanding down for a snug seat.
04Is a metal mouthpiece harder to play than hard rubber?
Not inherently. Tip opening and reed pairing matter more. Metal is brighter and more direct, which can feel less forgiving on soft passages.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Materials
- 24K Gold Plated Brass
2 detailsOther
- Tip Opening
- .101 - .116
- Ligature Cap
- Rovner Dark
