Metal Mouthpieces (part 1) FL Otto Link SuperTone Master

[@EmigranteAmerica]

Love your tone, and how you talk about the sax. You rock

[@StantawnKendrick]

Lol! Thanks so much man! Thanks for watching!

[@aminnellis]

Oh my god. THAT is what a sax is supposed to sound like! Absolutely gorgeous tone.

[@StantawnKendrick]

Aminn Ellis thanks so much I appreciate it man! Definitely still in the woodshed working on it lol. Thanks for your compliments

[@kristiangreene8401]

He's played with the jazz at lincoln center orchestra!

[@nmcben]

Beautiful playing and sound. Love it

[@alessandrovillatoro]

one word to describe your tone, smoky🚬

[@choisauto012]

hi dear new friend beautiful performance thanks for share see you again

[@martinsimon6714]

Yes. Agree completely. Players today seen to avoid that Big beef deep core that the Tenor is made for. Hawkins had it no matter what mp he was using. Herschel Evans had a truly wonderful sound. I think this has much to do with using and developing the flat of the lip. This is my experience.

[@juanitoperez3754]

This is the best explanation I have hearded about the tenor sax sound. For me,the tenor sax has to reproduce the particular thick register of a man singing.It is lke the Stan's thick voice....ha..ha..ha...Best regards Stan...!!!

[@zed9zed]

First time I've seen you (I came looking for Otto Link). Love the way you explain things and deliver the conversation!

[@romanticjazzsax]

Corner pocket wow wonderful sound

[@agustinburroni8745]

My man, that sound of yours is hella mellow. You got a new sub!

[@ntandombatha5837]

Nice tone brother.

[@PonchMuniz]

Sounded great, Mr. Kendrick!! I appreciate you sharing this with us!! I would like to hear play some old soul songs.! Thanks Bro!

[@dantheman6920]

This is the fine detail that this topic needs. I was just looking at buying my first metal mouthpiece and was worried about now being able to do low notes. Not sure what to buy for best price

[@mjsayers6186]

Killer tone, full, fat, lush, warm, altogether very satisfying. Thank you sir !

[@zvonimirtosic6171]

With a metal mouthpiece, you wish to unleash those subtones that otherwise can't be scraped off the bottom of the bow. And not just the subtones, but the subtones of the subtones. Great work Mr Kendrick.

[@benhostetler268]

I use metal mouthpieces for two reasons it helps my reach “my sound” and two it helps with projection to certain extent.

[@KJ1870]

Can you hook me up with one of those adamantium mouthpieces?

[@TheLazyClips]

You were talking about those amazing sounds back in the 1930's. When you started playing i was like, it's here and at least as good if not better.

[@whipsaw6831]

Wow!!!! Awesome sound.

[@richardcasey7521]

I love your sound!

[@QuevedoSax]

oh man you`re my new fav sound on tenor! So warm and hot!

[@artistwintersong7343]

Really nice video.

[@alanhirayama4592]

Corner Pocket! Nice!

[@dafyddwilliams2559]

I really love your sound! I play on a Super tone NY, and I love it! But I guess we're always looking to improve our sound as Sax players! Keep on postinnnn!

[@StantawnKendrick]

+Dafydd Williams thanks for listening bro! I appreciate it! I've always liked this link I've owned it for about 12 years

[@thebakerygarage]

Hopefully I can continue to progress and potential get as good as you. Really admire how you phase the texture and style of the Otto, really looking forward to purchasing one soon.😁

[@BSMElderScrolls]

Yesss, you are like the modern day hawk. Wish that solid sound was more popular now days.

[@saxofix4456]

I love watching your videos sir 🥰🔥🔥

[@DmitriiSergheev]

Amazing Sound!!!!

[@CRtrain]

Beautiful tone man!

[@248203211]

Wonder, informative and great example - thanks for sharing.

[@MrBoybergs]

Agree with evrry word you said. Im now back to my OLMV 8* and i'd forgotten how bloody delicious it sounds and responds....great control btw :(

[@whiterussian6144]

superb man. you definitely got the smooth going! love your sound.

[@VitoBb1978]

+ Stantawn we think along the same lines when it comes to metal mouthpiece's. I use a Yanagisawa # 5 Metal mouthpiece on Selmer MVI Sopranino which gives me that mellow round, soft sound.

[@tonyharris1665]

stantawn sound great. what brand and Reed strength are you using?

[@StantawnKendrick]

Tony Harris during the recording of this video I honestly can't remember. My guess is it was jazz Select. But I can't remember the strength. Anywhere between 3H and 4M I experiment with.

[@tonyharris1665]

Stantawn Kendrick thanks tawn...u sound fantastic

[@tonyharris1665]

Tony again..I've also play guardelas ..the Bradford or Becker and I used​ a JS 4S or 3H...but I met Chris Potter and he told me my reeds hard. so I which to M.. I recently had a new vintage link refaced but Stephan Kammerer. it's a 8* and the only reeds that sound right are Roberto Winds reeds 31/2 hard or 31/2 med... hey man I love your sound that's what I looking for..thanks again peace

[@Dvishnu61]

Seriously nice phat sound! Btw, I tend to play with a permanent oops look on my face in order to spare myself the oops moment... 😁

[@StantawnKendrick]

LOL! What do you mean You have to break that one down for me lol

[@coilhead]

Nice demo! Nice talk too. Thanks!

[@michaelbrett4413]

Great sound. Top man you are.

[@JRM---516]

...just bought a metal OL 7* and it transformed my 84xxxx MK VI beyond my expectations. I also like the smooth, rich, dark tone that I get. However, Stantawn gets a great sound on anything he plays.

[@StantawnKendrick]

LOL thanks man! Still working on it! Glad you are finding your piece to be wonderful for you!

[@ricgus3]

Amazing sound! I think you achive the sound you claim you want in this video! Round and big sound!

[@tobylee1259]

Awesome playing dude agree 100% with everything said in this video!

[@cameronevans3130]

Thanks for the video! You have a really nice tone.

[@khalilnemo]

thank you for your advises. You have a great sound. do you know something about the Chinese Copies of famous horns? Mark VI, Selmer reference ETC.. thank you in advance

[@player197SD]

can you make a tutorial on embachoure?

[@gib321]

I'm late to the party I know but lovely sound.

[@tenorman2764]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you

[@StantawnKendrick]

no problem!

[@singmysong4444]

Sweet... nice tone... smooth... Well done! Tasty!

[@StantawnKendrick]

thanks so much Joseph!

[@MO-1888]

Beautiful, but would humbly suggest a touch of late P. Sanders would provide the missing spirit, to what is otherwise a complete sound.

[@weeeeeeee945]

Whoooooo beautiful tone

[@timothylee8935]

love your tone man but I think you can make water can sound good love your videos

[@Stratocastering]

Love your sound man! So full and round!

[@StantawnKendrick]

thanks so much man I appreciate it!!!

[@valentinnogueira6936]

I'm Going for a dark sound, i'm still working on it but I don't know what kind of mouthpiece to use

[@hotclubofthemountains3591]

Can you tell us what reed you are using with your FL Otto link Metal?

[@motivation89742]

I just got an Otto link stm 7 star but it’s so stuffy I’m thinking of getting it refaced I’m not sure how much difference it will make

[@StantawnKendrick]

really depends on why you are experiencing that. Is it reed strength, your embouchure or the piece itself. Whoever you get to reface it make sure they are experienced and have a good reputation. Explain to them exactly what's happening and what kind of sound you're looking for

[@motivation89742]

Stantawn Kendrick I find the hard rubber Otto links better for me the slant sig 2 by Theo wanne has a lot of projection and not stuffy

[@musicteacherengel]

Thanks for sharing this. Great playing!

[@kyleralexander6301]

Great video 👍

[@RafaJedruch]

Wow! Great sound!!!

[@JoeTigheOnline]

Nice sound!!! Good points

[@StantawnKendrick]

thanks for watching!

[@rakuuun4582]

Where is the part 2

[@santiagolopez9349]

+stantawn Kendrick this is great information, I hate when people just get a metal mouthpiece to be brighter that's totally not the point!! It's supposed to give you a fuller sound on the horn. Great stuff man, great stuff!

[@StantawnKendrick]

+Santiago Lopez thanks for listening man! Yeah I hate that too. Metal doesn't have to be thought of as bright and edgy all the time lol

[@ФедорНевковский]

Good channel man, thanks , very helpful! Hello from Moscow

[@StantawnKendrick]

thanks for visiting!!!

[@PaddieFunk]

I’m curious to know more about using the nose and upper half of the face to controls sound. What role does the nose play in tone and how do you go about tapping into it?

[@Jordan-ll5eq]

I've never heard any sax players talking about their noses. Who told you about that?

[@VWC318]

Nice vid. Thanks for posting!

[@NotesofNate]

All about the bottom ! Boss tenor!

[@darrylwalters5698]

solostream h

[@roanmccormick2297]

Very well made points

[@haileyneel8426]

Your videos help a lot.

[@StantawnKendrick]

Glad you found something useful

[@jimmerfredette7155]

Hey I’ve got the same mouthpiece and I’m having difficulty keeping higher notes (g, g#, D) from bottoming out (that sound when the sound just gives out) and especially with the shrill g and g# squeak sound. I’ve had it for about half a year now. Should I just look for a new piece?

[@deniserobinson8946]

Comment from England here! Thank you for all your videos. You have a great sound, and an inspirational approach. You make we want to go and play. Can't say better than that. Do you do alto videos too?

[@StantawnKendrick]

Thanks so much for watching!!!! Hope all is well with you! I don't do many alto videos. I do have a few up though. Love the alto too as well!

[@MrSaxobari]

Hi Stantwan I like the way you think and describe honestly what you feel about mpcs..:) Thanks I do have a Flo. no usa Link 8* among two other great tenor mpcs,one Stubby and one old HR Link. I am questioning myself if i should spend money having ut reface,cause it does need rebalancing. The mpc itself is in great condition,so should i send it,or just trade,or resell as an original though that needs attention,or work.?? Thanks All the best Mario

[@filippopuglisialibrandi1918]

your are great Stantawn. are you coming any soon to LA?

[@videogamermonterrey]

wow! great sound dude! :D!!

[@StantawnKendrick]

Thanks!

[@everyonesaidmynamewasstupi3713]

When I use a metal mouthpiece (stainless steel) I squeak when I change notes, kind of like a guitar. Is this normal to start?

[@shouldawent2elliot]

Even like admantium like wolverine 😂😂😂 lol even like vibranium like caps sheild

[@rmillerhighlife]

HI E? Hi F? @ 3:26. Love it. Soulful not screechy or pitchy. Beaut.

[@Grindalyx375]

What Kind of advice do you have for a high schooler like myself in the jazz band? I play the tenor sax. I've got a solo portion of a song to do but I have to create it. I'm not quite sure how to do that. Any ideas?

[@grantshepherd5402]

Matthew sause what kind of song is it a blues song, funk, classic jazz, rock jazz etc.

[@lafayettegunter292]

I have a Otto link metal NY on my tenor I'm thinking about getting a metal link for my alto

[@tellitlikeitis-rg4ny]

love your vids and agree lot more you can do with a metal mouthpiece than screetch like a scolded cat look at webster etc

[@jdezpaps]

i use a gold Otto Link on my Alto and it gives me alot of versatility. However, I need to upgrade my Alto to an intermediate to Professional sax. Which brand would you reccomend if I were to use the Otto as my primary Mouthpiece? I was thinking cannonball but I know there are a few great ones out there that would be suitable for it.

[@jdezpaps]

preferably one that would match the color i guess.

[@StantawnKendrick]

well there are lots of great modern horns. Selmer Reference 54's, Yanagisawa, Cannonball's I haven't played, Keilworth's too. The best thing you can do is actually play these horns. I wouldn't recommend just walking in and buying something without having things to compare to it

[@Sahara-ms6xb]

What’s your thoughts on using two different mouthpieces, i.e., having a jazz setup and a classical setup, having a metal setup and a rubber setup? I’ve heard and read it’s good to maintain both in your musical “toolbox”.

[@fernandomachado8397]

Could you share with us what reed and reed strength do you use? Great tone!! Regards from Brazil!

[@eddiepimentelmusic]

sounding great as usual! i'm curious to see if you've ever messed around with an Otto Link Reso Chamber before and your thoughts on it. I've come in possession of one recently but its too closed (4*) to play, need to get it opened up.

[@StantawnKendrick]

Never have played one Louis. I'm not sure how it differs from the Slants or EBs. I hear they are good tho for sure!

[@rootberg]

Great advice and playing. What neck strap is that? I'm trying to replace the one I got with my used sax, since it is uncomfortable and a tiny bit too short at full extension. I like how it doesn't seem bulky at all but still provide what looks like comfortable support. Are you happy with it?

[@robertwilliams5019]

Good I was wondering

[@joshlessinger8341]

You have such a luscious and beautiful sound! When you were developing it who did you listen to and transcribe? You do you recommend listening for a sound similar to yours? Aside from long tones, what is the next best thing to practice?

[@StantawnKendrick]

hmmm for sound long tones are supreme. But also singing along with your favorite players. Then playing along with them. With nothing written down of course.

[@sheppesaggs6294]

Great la del dude... muy it

[@damodrummer1]

hello from Ireland, quick question. Have been thinking about upgrading from my fairly rubbish hard rubber mouthpiece to an Otto Link Tony Giglio, have you ever tried one? How do you think it compares to your Tone Master? (also, your tone is SO far from whiney, really inspiring to listen to)

[@kennybradshaw2122]

Class!

[@landonpsc]

Does it feel weird on your top teeth when you play? Does it feel different then rubber? What does it feel like?

[@StantawnKendrick]

I use a mouthpiece cushion on all my mouthpieces. Clear one. So the feel of it feels similar to me. Now if I was not doing that I'm sure it would feel different or even strange to me because I'm not used to the feeling of not having the cushions

[@ArtBusker]

Buen sound !!!!!

[@borisaranchuk2279]

Where can I buy the your album?

[@67lobe]

so right man !

[@wazzup0906]

What chart are you playing at the end

[@StantawnKendrick]

that's Corner Pocket by Count Basie

[@Loopy_McLooperson]

Nice sound. By the way, it looked like you were using an alternate fingering for middle Eb which involved the low C# key. What's the exact fingering?

[@kevinsmusicroom1362]

Where do you find those mouthpieces?

[@StantawnKendrick]

well it's a bit complicated. This is a vintage piece and they don't make them anymore. You could try eBay but it gets tricky.

[@eriknewland3686]

Dude I love everything about your playing! I recently acquired an old florida link (with usa) 7*, original facing, for $150 at a local music store. They didn't know what they had! This thing totally changed what it means to play metal for me; it gives such a fat, rich, bottom-endy sound that I never thought I could get! I see that you use the original link ligature; I have problems with mine because it slides around on the mouthpiece when i try and tune or anything, haha (they don't have those little bumps on the plate like modern link ligs and it just doesn't dig into the reed). Anything you've done to your's to make it more functional or should I just suck it up?

[@lowtone9]

Nice! Did Paul Gonsalves play with a double cushion embouchure?

[@StantawnKendrick]

I don't believe so. He produced a lot of his sound using his throat also used a lot of bottom lip. From photos and videos I've studied it doesn't appear his top lip is rolled under his teeth

[@jdezpaps]

NVM i see you already on that good good

[@shoichirosato1459]

What reeds do you use?

[@StantawnKendrick]

I'm not sure what reeds I was using here. I use all kinds of reeds from daddario sometimes vandoren sometimes rigotti it really doesn't matter too much

[@bendove2191]

Isn't metal damaging to teeth?

[@ecarohh]

When you use a metal metal mouthpiece (or any pro mouthpiece) you use pads so you don't hurt your teeth or the mouthpiece

[@tripleaaa4409]

How long have you been playing?

[@ternie6515]

what song is that bro

[@christopherfischer6998]

johnipie 460 one of them is corner pocket by count basie

[@ethanauringer8304]

Are you thinking of a specific set of chord changes when you're demoing like this cause when you put the "oops" on the screen, you could easily say that you weren't playing over a specific chord structure. It didn't sound bad cause there's no bass or piano😂

[@StantawnKendrick]

yes I was playing a song actually... when I got to that part I knew I missed something in the form.