Any opinion?
Ok.
Any one of the Yanag sops is better than the Yamaha.
Go on elaborate, my tutor plays and rates the 62, but not so keen on the yani!
What do you prefer about them?
Jx
If you are into vintage horns, the Yamaha 62 (expecially the 62R) is probably the most reliable/appreciated vintage soprano.
On the subject of intonation - http://www.saxgourmet.com/PaulCoatsArticles/soprano_saxophone_and_intonation.htm . Because of the scale issues involved it is generally a good idea to get a very decent mouthpiece and choose the correct reed hardness IMHO.
BTW I am still enjoying my Vintage Phosphur Bronze Bauhaus Walstein Curved Soprano that I've had since the 50's ( admittedly my 50's);}
Hi J!
The good thing about Soprano Planet is communicating with Joe, who is a fount of knowledge and experience. I went for the Via Coro as I wanted a Jan Garbarek friendly sound and this was Joe's recommendation. It easily produces the best intonation of any soprano mouthpieces I've played and Joe does take into account what sax you play etc. etc. Do feel free to email hime and discuss what you are looking for in some detail - bright, dark, mellow, edgy etc. Which soprano players you most like etc.
He also will work until the sound is just what you want.
Regards
Tom
I think it was the part about taking in to account the sax you play that set me off thinking if he is going to work hard on a mouthpiece for me it would be no good changing sax 6 months later so started looking for an upgrade to my TJ Rev 11!!
Jx