Martin Tenor Sax Restoration 1- Cool Tool Tuesday- band instrument repair, Ferree's Tools, Wes Lee
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- čas přidán 11. 04. 2022
- In this episode, repairing a vintage Martin tenor sax. Topics discussed included are fine metalwork, precision dent repair, alignment, stress free brace repairs, and more.
New cool tools demonstrated from Ferree';s Tools.
Tools used:
N74A heavy dent rod
N80 dent balls
N92 Sax Snake
L61 Smith Little torch
F10 dent hammers
www.ferreestoolsinc.com
Thanks for watching.
www.WesLeeMusic.com
Nice lookin' horn. Can't wait to get it back and thanks so much for the great work and willingness to take on this project. :)
Bro how did you do this be honest
@@manuledanile9333 Shipping damage Bro...no point in lying.
@@OldAssSax I doubt this was shipping
@@OldAssSax you how have repeatedly smashed it on a ground
Mike, that's a nice looking Magna.....well, it's better now! Shipping damage? I gotta ask if that was damaged like that in shipping, what did the case look like?! Or let me guess......it was shipped in a soft gig bag? Lastly, I'm pretty sure those Magna's originally had flat metal reso's. The Selmer style domed plastic style will certainly work but just thought I'd let you know. I recently did my Committee III with flat metal reso's and it truly screams. If you haven't played a Martin tenor before, you're going to be VERY pleasantly surprised!
You’re evident respect for the instruments, quality tradecraft, and explaining each step in detail is just pure gold. Thank you Wes.
And Wes too...
@@RutherfordRyan1 oh dammit. Thank you.
Dont simp
Don't know diddly about instrument repair and restoration, but it sure was a joy watching a professional at work.
It's so satisfying watching a professional craftsman do his thing.
When I have trouble sleeping I like to turn off the sound and watch the repair work. It's actually soothing.
I know virtually nothing about woodwinds but it is evident to see I am watching a master craftsman at work. Your respect for the instruments and the artists is phenomenal.
Breaks my heart to see old horns like this abused so badly. If you hadn't mentioned it was damaged in shipping, I would have guessed some kid stepped on it. Really nice repair on that to return it to its former dignity. If you hadn't been using that tiny torch, you would have burned a whole lot more of that lacquer. Thanks for sharing!
Bravo! You saved that beautiful sax!
Wes you are the Bob Ross of instruments! Sometimes I hear your voice saying... "a happy little instrument!" ... so soothing and inspirational.
What a feeling for thin sheet metal. I never thought it would be so great again. The tools are also very interesting. If I had damage to my hunting horn, I would send it to you from Germany for repair. Best regards, Raik
Holy moly I can't wait for that N92 tool to be available! Hurry up Ferree's! :P
Played a Martin alto and King Zephyr tenor in high school (long ago!). Still have the Zephyr ... I could feel that Martin under my fingers as you were working on it. Love your videos.
The amount of skill and patience needed for this type of work is really fascinating and impressive. Thank you for posting this. I think seeing what it takes to restore an instrument like this puts it into perspective for those of us that might need this kind of work done, but don't realize how incredibly difficult it is, and hence the cost involved. Absolutely worth it.
As a engineer I just love watching that metal flex over the ball like its transparent!
I’m a hobbiest working on a 1921 Conn Bari sax, and this video really helped me understand the steps I’ll need to take to bring the old girl back to life. I also appreciate the tool part number reference. You’ve given Ferree’s a lot of business!
I love watching you repair these amazing instruments! Thanks for sharing!
Takes Skill and Knowledge to get
Metal to Cooperate and FLOW back
into Place. Each Horn has a Soul.
Not just a hunk of Brass or Bronze.
A Horn can sense Spirit and the wrong
Spirit gets only resistance. You got
The Right Spirit for putting Humpty Dumpty
Back together again. Good Job!
Wow! It's so great to see your craftsmanship at work - thanks for sharing these videos!
How you 'convince' that brass to go back to where it was is simply amazing, Wes!
I have great respect for what you do. You have put so much time and effort to perfect your craft and it shows. As a luthier I hope to some day reach an equal level of knowledge as you have
Awesome work keep up the great work on that saxophone I was awesome
Good job, its almost be like a brand new tenor saxophone
Wow! Lots of respect for you and your fine craftsmanship. You are a master surgeon.
I can't for the life of me understand why I watch these. I'm not a musician and I don't work on instruments. It hurts to see these fine instruments damaged like this and kinda causes me distress just seeing them in such a state. I was precision sheet metal fabricator in another life so maybe that is part of it. Hell, I'm an electrician for petes sake, none of these skills apply in the least! But I do enjoy watching Wes do his thing and work his magic. The man is clearly an artisan of the highest order. All the more impressive is his willingness to share the skill with us! Thanks Wes!
Great job on that bell repair and body repair on that tone hole.
You and Make it Kustom....the metal masters! Thanks for sharing. I love it
Hey Wes, thanks for showing your precision skills and ultimate respect for the instrument. I’m just a viewer in awe of your skills. Thanks for sharing.
Watching for a second time… you are fascinating to watch, Wes. I’ve been watching you for almost a year or two. I mentioned I work with Mark Vandermark before, but I realize you two are several decades in to the trade and I’m going on a short 8 years on this very day. I really appreciate the insight I gain from watching both of you. Thank you sir! Much respect! ✊
I'm always blown away by your amazing skills! That was an awesome piece of work!
Beautiful work, Wes! Truly fun to watch you work your magic!!! 🙏
A true artist at work. Very impressive. Well done.
I worked for the danish Selmer and Conn distributor back in the 70'ties. I wish we had an expert like you then.
Very interesting. Having the right tool for a job...ABSOLUTELY.
First comment from me here Wes, really enjoy watching your amazing work!
Great job Wes! You're a master technician.
I like the voice over while you're working! It sort of reminded me of the way wristwatch revival does his videos. I don't play music, but I love watching your content. Looking forward to seeing more!
Just came here from Wristwatch Revival!
I really enjoy seeing you work your magic. Just amazing what talent, skill, and the right tools are able to accomplish.
I appreciate your generosity of spirit Mr. Lee. I mostly work on strings, but I'm going to tap into my roots and pick up on the brass again.
Cheers from Vancouver BC!
Great work, Wes!
Nice work! Can’t wait to see how you’re going to approach fixing the bent key work!
Love watching, a true Craftsman at work.
Your level of finesse is insane. Beautiful Sax and glad you were able to save it to a level of almost perfection.
Fantastic workmanship always amazed seeing the magic you do Thanks
love your work Wes, thank you for sharing your amazing skill.
Great video, that tool is so much better than unsoldering the bell with the same results.
Great work with very cool tools! Thanks Wes!
N92 is going to be such a time saver. Great demo. Thanks Wes!
Great job. Really digging your skills and professionalism.
Absolutely amazing to se your craftmanship, You are a wizard! 👍🎷🎺
Mistrzu jestem pełen podziwu dla wykonywanej pracy wielki szacunek
Awesome work. Glad to see your respect for the instrument in the nowadays world of disposable everything. Great job
Great work, love watching you work.
great job my friend, greetings from Argentina!!!!
You are absolutely a genius if l continue to watch you work l will not be able to do my own work lol keep posting these videos thanks very much from Guyana South America
Well done sir, great job !
Wes, the Artist. Great work. 👍
very impressive, amazing work!
I really like watching your videos 👍
Wes, great job on the tenor!
As a Susafone player I find dents being removed very satisfying keep up the good work
Good job Sr.
Your master of vintage intruments!!!
Thanks for the video! Great work Sir!
Great work!
Fantástico Luthier
with all respect to this craftsman; his opening presentation kinda reminds me of 'amazing blaze', Glen Thornton
You are a magician. I used to have a Martin tenor with brass keywork. That horn went out of adjustment so easily.
That's surprising. Those Martin Committee III's (Magna's as well) were built like Sherman tanks. They're HEAVY horns.
Bro you do amazing work. Love the effort you give to every piece you touch
what amazing results
Great video. Informative & logical.
Very Nice. Congratulations
You're a MASTER ... thank you
This is just awesome
great job as usual.
Great expertise. Thanks. Also: great lessons - a. Do your passion. b. Be patient.
Good Job Master .
Awesome job man!
I would have loved to repair instruments. Fantastic job
Amazing!
You do a great job at what do.
Beautiful
Awsome job brother👍🏻
Great videos! Great camera work. Thanks so much for making these!
Nice dent work!
You work magic on horns. I need a tech like you in my area.
I'm amazed! I did a little auto-body work in my youth but this is more like art.
Wow, awesome !
great job, thank you
Клёвый мастер! Золотые руки! Спасибо!
Love Ferrees. Only buy there every once in a while but they are the place
Very inspiring.. thanks so much
Grat job. Thanks.
Good sir. Very very good. Thanks
Great! Thanks. Patrick
Amazing
nice job wes. looks like new so, no problems !
Awesome channel man. Great work
Smart tool!
Awesome !
Just found your channel wonderful stuff thanks Wes