I Love This Ligature!

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[@coledanlin]

Dude. I’m gonna be honest, I’m so so glad you picked up tenor. Your sound on it is just so gorgeous, it’s just beyond me how beautiful your tone is. It would be absolutely amazing to hear more of that. And don’t put yourself down. One of the worst things you can do for yourself is compare yourself to others. Yes, take lots of inspiration from others, but don’t compare yourself. Work on yourself as much as you are willing to. You are a very talented man, so keep going. It’s hard not to let things get to your head, but you can fight it. Keep going. :)

[@EricLeCrennSanchez]

God damn he sounds so good on that thing

[@coledanlin]

@@EricLeCrennSanchez Right? Seriously, I aspire to have a tone like that. He inspires me as a player.

[@aklilugebrehiwot2379]

I love your comment! well said!

[@dnny254]

Gobez, Nathan!!!

[@marauder1655]

Just got chills listening to him. In a good way

[@rudolphwitkowski8476]

After watching you last videos I´m glad that you didn`t touched the knife this time

[@altoassassin]

And here I was just starting to look forward to them

[@bradiano3764]

@@altoassassin same 😂 God bless gou

[@danieljnrtheron1414]

Great grammar

[@clarklouis7094]

"Very very body, very very fitty" - Saxologic

[@NormaMoon]

It's a language on its own

[@evanstaf18]

The Ritual now has sound. It is progressing.

[@grantkoeller8911]

When you went to high school, your perspective changed. When you went to music college, your perspective changed. When you go to NY city your perspective changes. That is called musical growth. You realize how you fit into the entire equation.

[@Saxologic]

So true… thanks for your insight!

[@evanchrisney7069]

I want one of those cardigans too! And about the imposter syndrome, there's absolutely nothing wrong with humility, that means that you're being honest with yourself. However, that doesn't mean that you should be mean to yourself either, you are an incredibly talented saxophone player and you make great educational videos that are so fun to watch. There will always be plenty of people better than you. Honestly there could be a high schooler somewhere out there who has goten better than you during the pandemic, don't let it bug you. Focus less on comparing yourself to others and more on yourself, and if you're better than you from yesterday then today was a huge success. You can let others motivate you but don't let them break you down.

[@quisick8600]

Take pride in this channel man, we all enjoy your videos so please keep making them.

[@JrodXX]

This channel over the past few months has had me looking into picking a sax up. I played sax one year in middle school and just gave up.

[@dominicmanzella5493]

Another reason your low notes might be squeaking might be that since you're relatively new to tenor sax, there's sort of an adjustment period where your embouchure gets used to going that low since you were so used to playing on alto. The same thing happened to me lol

[@toastboi5106]

Same here lol

[@grantkoeller8911]

Throat position

[@brent3542]

you deserve all of us 110k subscribers!! appreciate you brother 🤝😋😗😭🥸

[@wj35651]

You are the man, Nathan! A KZbin without your content is not worth watching.

[@John_Silvi]

I kinda want to see what Nate would look like with a Bari. I have no clue why this is a thing I just thought of but like.... IDK. I also have Wisdom! "If you want me in your life, put me there. But I shouldn't have to fight to be there."

[@tubulartomato4144]

Yeah man! As a Bari player myself, I think everyone should try one. The feel and vibrations of the instrument are completely different. Personally I love the sound and feel of it. The main downside is that the loop is a pain in the butt to get the cleaning rag through! Love your stuff! Keep up the good work -Grant

[@CamIsSuper]

@@tubulartomato4144 you clean your sax????

[@ryancrow2773]

@@CamIsSuper oh no, that will be gross if you clean it now

[@thiesvb3971]

@@tubulartomato4144 bari is so nice

[@MartinLink]

This is honestly one of the smoothest and most amazing tenor sounds I've ever heard. Damn.

[@Joseph-tm5vv]

Moral of the video: life is pretty good to me, but I need to go practice now.

[@brianclausen2344]

Seriously, dude! You are an amazing player. Every player is his/her own worst critic! You have phrasing, intonation across the horn, technique and melodic lines like no other! Don't fear or be intimidated by your fellow Saxophonists! Play off them, work with them. Learn from them as they are undoubtedly learning from you also! Hell, I am a 54 year old sax player who has a degree in Music Ed coming back to get my chops back. I could read the hell out of charts in my prime. Now, I am feeling outdated! Just keep shedding! You got this!

[@joelrivera1668]

You deserve more subs! To say you don’t deserve 110k is an insult to yourself! You deserve more man. I recently picked up a tenor because of you! Your videos inspired me and just reminded me the joy and love you can get from playing the sax!

[@laneevans7360]

The mind is a funny thing. But it’s important to remember that not every thought you have is actually true. This is a great opportunity to learn the skill of having a thought, and if it’s harmful, being able to analyze if it’s rational, and true. I like to say, “if you wouldn’t say it to someone else, don’t say it to yourself.” Cause here’s the thing: if you didn’t deserve 100k subscribers, then you wouldn’t have 100k subscribers. And to be honest, I don’t think we’re all subscribed to you just because of how good you are at the saxophone. It’s what you’re doing with the saxophone, and saxophone things, that has drawn us in and made us interested in seeing more. And that’s a great thing, man. So maybe other people are a little bit more kick ass at saxophone than you. cool. Do they have the personality you do? They have your knowledge of recording video and audio, and editing? And have ideas that other people are interested in? And if they have alllll of those things, have they acted on it and put themselves out on the internet for the literal world to see? Oh, that’s right, no they haven’t. What you’re gaining is well earned, my friend. If anybody could do what you’re doing, they would. EVEN if you DO think anybody could do what you’re doing, you’re still discrediting the fact that you’re *actually* DOING it. Keep that head up my man. Make videos whenever and however often you want. But don’t let it be dictated by the falsehood that you don’t deserve what you have. Much Love, and keep up the good work. But only if you want to 🤘🏻

[@user-zt3dv5cl4b]

This is very true!

[@joshcharlat850]

Absolutely!

[@henrynielsen1704]

I only started watching your channel recently, found your channel from an insaneintherainmusic cover and your vibe is great and your content is even better. Rock on, cool dude!

[@nucleusofthecell3782]

You definitely do deserve 110K subscribers! You worked hard and we love your content

[@coltranius]

I’ve said it before: I think you’re a great player, and an amazing communicator. Your channel is required viewing for every student in my studio. Keep up the amazing work.

[@baconbits3189]

I love these vids so much! I’m a tenor player and I’ve been watching since the Mario Kart Lick video and I’m so happy you’ve started making tenor videos!

[@Saxziton]

As a classical and jazz saxophone listener, your test, infused by both styles, is very refreshing to hear : )

[@norabiddogz8673]

You are awesome bro! Don't let the pressure from comparing yourself to others interfere with your progress. Remember that your biggest competition is yourself yesterday and only yourself. And please never stop making videos and playing. I'm a trumpet player and you continue to inspire me daily even though we don't play the same instrument. I wish I could be half as good as you are on the trumpet. I relate to you on a massive level. I love your tenor sound by the way! I was surprised to hear you sound so good on it from the unboxing video to now.

[@CMR1767]

You will be fine. Keep up the good work. You have support.

[@davemazur2062]

Bro , I feel the same when I listen to you and I’ve been playing for 20 years. Keep moving forward, the feeling will pass. : )

[@jonathanm8588]

These facial expressions at the end make every subscription you've got worthy!

[@ariak9858]

Congrats on 110k! I really like the transcription Sunday videos you've done (even if they come out at 3:14am lol), they've helped me better understand the solos I'm transcribing and how to get the most out of them. I'm kinda in the middle of deciding on which music program to possibly go into, after getting accepted at various schools, and I was wondering if you might ever do a video about music school/higher ed. How do you balance getting the education you want w/out going into big debt, and do you think there are misconceptions that people have about school that don't reflect your experience? i hope your second semester gets better btw :) imposter syndrome sucks ass

[@martinisaacson1708]

You derserve all the subs, honestly!

[@nameralashun]

The sweater too. Haha Mommy loves you!

[@ashleypaigeb]

You’re amazing. Don’t stop making videos.

[@QuevedoSax]

hey you really sounded A LOT better with the boston sax ligature now I need one!

[@tristenbodiford9382]

Love the videos! Keep it up!

[@HeroofSomething]

I know this video isn't the newest but I just wanted to say that you're definitely not an imposter. I just found your channel yesterday and honestly I've been watching a lot of your other videos which isn't something I usually do after I find a video on the algorithm. You definitely deserve it all and even more! You're making me want to get into the saxophone, even tho I've always lowkey been into it, you're making me want to buy that John Paul you reviewed as the best beginner sax. Keep up the great vids man!

[@klingonz323]

Amazing sound brother

[@FoolishFrankie]

Dude your sound in the palm key range on tenor sounds so freaking good. Anytime I try to play up there it sounds like I'm an alto player playing tenor, but you don't have that sound at all😳🔥

[@monkeymage1016]

Love you man, keep it up

[@francistaylor5097]

Great products. I'm certain that ligatures that feel good give players more confidence and lead to a better sound.

[@himalayanvoices2158]

It's not about technique, it's about feel! You've got it, be proud of it, don't lose it to comparison...

[@whitest_kyle]

Love your videos and I absolutely want to try out a tenor now lol. Haven't picked up my alto in a few years but you've definitely inspired me to break out the Charlie Parker omnibook! Might order some reeds from BSS now too.

[@mogmason6920]

Woah! You’re shredding a tenor now, and you mention Earspasm in the same video? Amazing!

[@thatsjust._.peachyyy9625]

*Sax and clarinettists in a band* Clarinets practicing* Sax player(s) walk in *starts playing together* Clarinet: *pissed* Clarinet: other way *around* Sax: huh? Clarinet: other way around. (ligature) *now*

[@The_Cloudy_Sky]

Well, tenor ligatures are like most clarinet ligatures, it's bass clarinet ligatures that you're thinking of that have the little pegs in the front

[@Sophia-fc5mu]

@@The_Cloudy_Sky oh okay!

[@MMSandYTGameplay]

LOVE how you sound on tenor man

[@matthewseebran3030]

I am ecstatic to see that you're on tenor as well! You should SO go for baritone saxophone also 😂

[@excru3506]

I love how you tried out a new technique for the ritual today

[@emilsimonsen1259]

That tenor sound is in point! Love watching your vids 🤩 Keep en coming 😁 You are so much fun and very inspiring. You make me wanna get better. Do you have some tips for good jazz books with exercises that can improve my playing?

[@montexic5201]

Mate your skin really be glowing

[@YoungWilliamO]

Dude your tenor sound is absolute butter.

[@nickpilgrim1966]

Sounding good man ... Nice

[@whiskycentral]

You are so amazing! Love your sound

[@stangetz534]

That vintage Reso Chamber sounds great.

[@giocosovelasco]

Nathan got that Boston Sax Shop Drip 😳

[@clg_stunna9277]

looking at reviews on all of boston sax shop things because i’ve heard it’s very quality! only problem with quality is the high price that comes with it, hope i can save up for some of the stuff one day

[@armintabibi6967]

Pretty cool ngl

[@anthonyperkins9982]

My opinion on ligatures is that they feel different which can effect your sound but apart from the material contacting the reed there is very little change in the sound itself

[@nolanphillips3704]

you know you've made a good friend when they compare you to a gun

[@abelbernal4766]

HOOOOWWWWW MAAAN, HHHHOOOWWWWW You just picked up tenor like a charm, you sound AWESOME, I CAN´T. YESSUUURRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@orlandomartinez5484]

That MKVII Soprano gonna make me act tf up (I'm sorry, I've been playing soprano for about a year now and I want one)

[@corrancully5960]

Beautiful.❤👍

[@mejcaprod1413]

ou deserve every subscriber bro

[@gusmarrero]

Perfect fit... so meaty!!!! lol Another great video.

[@petterk9496]

I am always wondering what you are playing when you are testing out stuff! Could you put it in the description?

[@christophbrylka6256]

Looks almost as nice as the JodyJazz power ring. 😎

[@romih.7945]

Very nice!

[@fazeup6264]

Early and i watch you even though im a beginner band classic but im good

[@walterholland1251]

Any connection to Emilio? It's been decades, but there was a repair on Huntington Ave I think, right around the corner from Berklee.

[@coolkid2798]

He says it’s Cheetos. But, what if he was alone with the knife. 🤔

[@l.j.2917]

Yes you DO deserve it Nathan!!!

[@joaquinmendoza2306]

Serious question: how are you buying your bss reeds? There ALWAYS sold out. Edit: dont worry bro. You sound great. You deserve everything you have. And also know, even heros have heros. They probably look at other players and think they suck. Your doing great

[@johnruffin3291]

I have one I use on my mouthpiece,and I always thought a lig. Was just a lig. It made a big difference in my sound. I can say that his lig. made a big difference in my sound. I wish he made one for alto and soprano

[@GetYourSaxTogether]

Aw man - you totally deserve it dude. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 We all get imposter syndrome anyway - it’s normal. 😜

[@kylezo]

Dude your playing is really improving.

[@user-zt3dv5cl4b]

Is he realizing it?

[@bruhlmaoo]

i have one of your hoodies and it’s so good bro

[@Saxologic]

You’re so good dude

[@carpejazz10]

Fala amigo. Conheço há pouco seu canal, mas gostei muito!!! Parabéns.. Está me ajudando bastante.. Abraço do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷..

[@RFDSAX]

I LOVE BOSTON SAX SHOP AND I LOVE SAXOLOGIC

[@danielorum1918]

Hey man. Can you tell me what scales you are improvising to when testing the ligature? Sounds awesome!

[@cadesauce]

Best brand out there.

[@tuggnugg8537]

My favorite

[@mario_jesusfollower2953]

Hey man. What mouthpiece is that for tenor? I have never seen it before. I use Boston sax shop 3.5 for alto. They’re amazing. Great video. Keep up the good work👍🏽😆

[@ishaanbarthakur3085]

To the 4 people who disliked this godsend of a video: why

[@jamesdarylthomas3684]

First started with the new literature screws was on the bottom and now they're on the top which do you prefer top or bottom the screws Thanks Be Safe God Bless 2 All🎼🎵🎶🤩🙏🙏🎷💘🏹

[@ChrisF_1982]

Some are hard to tell with, but there is definitely a difference with this one.

[@nameralashun]

I want one of the pencils...NOW! 😲

[@whywasiborn2708]

My guy be loving that pencil though

[@user-zt3dv5cl4b]

Hey Nathan! What kind of mouthpiece are you using in combination with the ligature? It sounds very promising, I have the same issue on tenor you were just describing, well it's more like my A and F go up an octave if I'm not careful with adjusting my embouchure playing those notes. By the way thank you for the videos! You're a great saxophone player and só funny! 😄

[@kitkatman6940]

Intriguing edit: no free saxophone smh

[@twistedjuniper2055]

What neck strap are you using? Also where did you get it... if you remember?

[@jayraygaming3147]

How are you playing it so good

[@txsphere]

interrupting his commercial to run commercials. Genius!

[@gorfgarf9735]

Where is the transcription sunday ?

[@deadalien5942]

If you really wanted to like have a sax business some time in your life go do a internship or apprenticeship at Boston sax shop or some sax shop and you'll learn a lot and then just take business classes to learn how to get your own merch like pencils and clothing

[@abnhashed1645]

Love you bro

[@Saxologic]

[@fazeup6264]

Dude i ordered a box of 10 alto sax reeds and they are not shipping till 4/19/21 and in amazon the strenght is 2 only

[@jacobbass6437]

Honestly, ligs don’t make any difference to sound that’s worth worrying about. The only thing you have to make use of is that it holds your reed on well. My thinking is that his old lig might not be making an good seal on the reed because of a multitude of factors like table shape, reed flexibility or the shape of the table of the reed.

[@jacobbass6437]

@@AlecDatDude no. There is a not insignificant amount of people that think that different materials and different styles of mouthpieces makes a difference in your tone. I argue that this isn’t true. It’s not materials and style, but how well the lig attaches the reed to the mouthpiece. This is why a shoelace works just as good as a $200 lig and sounds the same (see earspasm music on this topic).

[@MikeMiller-bm7rm]

Can you make a video on your recording set up/microphone?

[@Saxologic]

I talked about it in my intro of “learning a jazz etude ep 2”

[@chrisr4277]

honestly, i like your sound more on tenor man! has some early sonny rollins vibes but a little darker

[@rogerdominguez5721]

It’s confirmed!! Saxologic is a hot Cheetoh girl!!

[@TheAvenger732]

HE FLIPPIN DID IT!!!!!! “HEEEEYYYYYY” 😂😂

[@Saxologic]

All for you

[@TheAvenger732]

@@Saxologic Truly a man of his ppl 😤👍

[@jonahtinfow9299]

My boy lowkey simpin for the ambassador position 😂

[@koreandemon5426]

Might have to buy a cardigan now lol

[@brenden0311]

Ligature makes you sound just like Brecker