JodyJazz HR* Series | Hard Rubber Tenor 7* Saxophone Mouthpiece

JodyJazz HR* Hard Rubber Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece – 7* | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls

The JodyJazz HR* is the best-selling JodyJazz tenor saxophone mouthpiece — a hard rubber mouthpiece specifically geared for students, intermediate players, and any musician looking for a warm, reliable, go-to tenor setup that performs consistently from concert band rehearsals to jazz club gigs. The 7* tip opening at .105" (2.66mm) provides a medium-large opening that balances ease of playability and control with the flexibility and tonal warmth that both concert and jazz band settings demand. Constructed from durable hard rubber with the warm, rich, traditional tonal character that the material is celebrated for, and individually play tested by JodyJazz founder Jody Espina — the HR* 7* is a mouthpiece that punches well above its accessible price point.

Product Overview

The HR* series occupies a distinct and important position in JodyJazz's lineup — where the DV and Super Jet series serve professional players who want premium metal construction and maximum tonal sophistication, the HR* is designed to bring JodyJazz's play-tested quality and tonal philosophy to students and intermediate players who need a dependable, well-made mouthpiece that will serve them through years of development without requiring an upgrade until they're ready to move to a professional platform. The "best-selling" designation is not marketing language — it reflects the genuine experience of the large population of student and intermediate tenor saxophonists who have found the HR* to be the mouthpiece that works for them across the broadest range of playing situations.

Hard rubber is the traditional and most widely trusted mouthpiece material for student and intermediate saxophone players — it produces a warm, rich, dark tonal character that complements the tenor saxophone's natural voice beautifully, with a tonal intimacy and fundamental warmth that metal mouthpieces approach differently. Hard rubber's natural acoustic properties — density, resonance, and the way it interacts with the vibrating reed — have made it the gold standard for saxophone mouthpiece construction for over a century, and JodyJazz's expertise in chamber and facing geometry ensures the HR* extracts the full musical potential from the material.

The 7* tip opening at .105" (2.66mm) is a medium-large opening that suits a wide range of playing situations and player preferences. The opening is manageable enough for developing students who are building their embouchure strength and reed control, while providing enough flexibility and air flow for the dynamic range and musical expression that both concert band and jazz contexts require. The medium-large size also suits players who find very small openings restrictive or players transitioning from alto who want a more immediate response on tenor without jumping immediately to a very large opening.

Ideal For

• Tenor saxophone students who want a play-tested, professionally made hard rubber mouthpiece from a respected boutique manufacturer at a student-accessible price
• Intermediate players who want a warm, reliable go-to tenor setup that works equally well in concert band, jazz band, and jazz ensemble contexts
• Players upgrading from a beginner mouthpiece who want the warmth and traditional feel of hard rubber with JodyJazz's quality construction and individual play testing
• Music educators and school programs who want to recommend a consistently made, dependable tenor mouthpiece for their students
• Tenor saxophone players in Idaho Falls looking for the best-selling JodyJazz HR* in the versatile and player-friendly 7* tip opening

Key Features

Hard Rubber Construction — Warm, Rich, Traditional Tone
Durable hard rubber delivers the warm, rich, dark tonal character that the material is celebrated for in saxophone mouthpiece construction — a centuries-proven choice for its natural acoustic properties and fundamental warmth.

Play Tested by Jody Espina
Every JodyJazz mouthpiece is individually play tested by founder and professional saxophonist Jody Espina — the quality control commitment that ensures each HR* performs to the same standard regardless of price point.

7 Tip Opening — .105" (2.66mm)*
A medium-large opening that balances ease of playability and control with the flexibility and air flow needed for concert band, jazz band, and jazz ensemble playing — accessible for developing players without limiting more advanced musical expression.

Best-Selling JodyJazz Mouthpiece
The HR* series' genuine best-seller designation reflects the real-world experience of the large student and intermediate player community who have found it to be the most reliably useful and satisfying tenor mouthpiece in its category.

Works Across Concert Band and Jazz Settings
The HR*'s warm, balanced tonal character suits the full range of ensemble contexts that student and intermediate tenor players encounter — from concert hall to jazz club.

Durable Construction for Long-Term Use
Hard rubber construction withstands the rigors of regular student and intermediate use — a mouthpiece that will serve a developing player through years of growth without deteriorating in quality or playability.

What's Included

• JodyJazz HR* Hard Rubber Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece (7*)
• Free standard shipping

Note: Ligature and cap sold separately.

Technical Specifications

Experience This Saxophone Mouthpiece Today

The JodyJazz HR* Hard Rubber Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece in 7* is available now at Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls. Stop in to try it or reach out online to order yours — JodyJazz's best-selling tenor mouthpiece, play tested by Jody Espina, and ready to deliver warm, reliable tone for years to come.