The first shipment of finalized NOS altos and tenors turned out to have lacquer that was not as sticky as I would like. It's a very good time to pick up a new "New Ol Skool" alto or tenor at a big discount. I'm just more out of time for a while than normally. If you have work on hand, here, or booked already, don't worry. I'll take this notice down when I can accept new work again - it's very likely that will be on or near April 7. Please do not hesitate to write and ask about necks not listed here if you have something in particular in mind.īetween contracted work and non-saxophonic obligations, I'm closed for new work until after April 7. Chances are, if you want it, I can get it. – Additional Necks are Available –Īdditional brands, makes and models - including and not limited to Yanagisawa, JS Crescent ($175), JS NOS ($229) Keilwerth, P. Reference 54 and 36 necks (especially 54) play exceptionally well on JS Crescent tenors, as well as JS Custom, but where I would recommend a 54 neck for the Crescent I would instead recommend Schucht/Boesken/Jessen/Gloger for the JS Custom and other ROC makes. Yamaha necks tend to be more consistent than some other makes, and aftermarket necks made for Yamaha are likely to be functional fits, “off-the-shelf,” but players should expect optimal response only to occur with custom fitting - especially those whose horns’ body tenons have previously been repaired, or which have been previously fitted to the neck sleeve using “in-the-socket” lapping techniques.
#New 2017 selmer reference 54 tenor series#
To give some idea of general pricing, silver-plated curved soprano necks are $ silver-plated alto necks are $ (both G Series and Yamaha series) silver-plated tenor necks are $ (G and Yamaha Series). Soprano necks are available in both straight and curved models.
Please inquire for pricing of specific neck and finish.
#New 2017 selmer reference 54 tenor full#
The full line of Custom Yamaha necks is available, for soprano, alto and tenor (only), and in the following finishes: lacquered, silver-plated, black lacquered, gold plated (in order of pricing, lowest to highest).
Alto, soprano and bari necks are also available, prices available by request – tenor price is provided as a reference point. Prices also are subject to changes reflecting changes in exchange rate, Euro to US$. Prices, below, do not include optional plating charges. They are available in a wide array of optional finishes. I’m pleased to be able to offer his necks here. Stephan Boesken is deservedly an established standard bearer in not only craftsmanship but in the integrity of his workmanship and service. For local customers, or those who may be planning a trip through New Orleans, I can include neck fitting for $50 additional (labor). These necks are therefore recommended only to those with a tech in their area who can fit the neck socket properly. These necks will play very well on their intended horns – especially Yamaha – even without custom fitting, but the best result will only be achieved when the tenon/sleeve mating is optimal. The ideal situation is one in which a proper bore match between horn and neck exists, and player and tech can work together, on the spot, to produce the best and most effective fitting of the tenon joint. Leaks at the neck socket can cause the feeling of exaggerated resistance, problems with articulation, lack of resonance, and intonational difficulties (it’s also possible, however, that players who find their horns to their liking, yet whose horns leak at the neck joint, may actually perceive correction to have adverse effects). The fit of the neck socket, neckpipe sleeve to body tenon, is extremely important to any saxophone’s proper, and best, performance.