Phil Barone Mouthpiece, Jazz 6*, for Tenor

[bariandyf]

I have the following Tenor mouthpiece for sale. Only play tested.

Phil Barone, Jazz 6*, Brass Mouthpiece for Tenor, made in 2010, excellent condition, plays beautifully, great sound, free blowing.
I'm selling it as I've settled on an old Link. Photos available on request.
£160 GBP ($260 USD) - Mouthpiece only.

Price includes shipping first class post within the UK, international shipping extra.
Paypal accepted (using Personal payment, Gift).

 

[Profusia]

Hi,

Do you know the size of the tip opening on it?

I gather its on of their darker ones. Did you get a feel for just how dark?

Thanks,

 

[bariandyf]

Hi Profusia
a 6* is a 0.95" tip opening. I usually play on a 7, and it feels about the same, I haven't measured it though.
On Phil Barone's website he describes it as his darkest mouthpiece, but it's in now way stuffy, I'd say it plays like a really good Otto Link STM, which is what the Jazz is based on. It has a great core to it, can get punchy when pushed that way, and play to a lovely subtone down low.
Steve Neff did a review of the Barone Jazz on his blog a while ago, and I'd say the description and sound clip will give you a good idea of how this piece plays.
http://www.neffmusic.com/blog/2010/03/barone-jazz-tenor-saxophone-mouthpiece/

I'm in Bedford, so you're welcome to come and try it if you like.
Thanks
Andy

 

[Profusia]

Hi Andy,
Seriously tempting. I'm definitely looking to add a good dark mp to my small but growing collection.
I can't listen to sound clips at work but will do later today and will get back to you if you haven't already sold the piece.
Thanks,

 

[bariandyf]

If you're looking for a good dark piece then I think this will definitely fit the bill - let me know what you think when you've listened to the clips on the link I sent you.
cheers.

 

[Profusia]

Hi Andy,
Yesterday was a bit manic but I've managed to follow your link and checked out the review and sound clip tonight.
I'm in 2 minds at the moment trying to balance my GAS for getting a dark mouthpiece against my sensible head saying I should develop my chops and playing skill a bit more first to make a more informed choice when I'm ready. The review didn't paint that dark a picture of the Jazz's tone but it certainluy sounded nice. I must admit I'd probably prefer a slightly wider tip opening as I'm mostly now playing an old Berg Larsen with a 110 tip.
I'll cogitate some more and may come back to you if it doesn't go.
Cheers,
Thomas

 

[bariandyf]

Hi Thomas
OK - thanks, I'll wait to hear from you.

Andy

 

[bariandyf]

Mouthpiece has now been sold via another forum.