The Saxophone Forum

6th grader: sax or clarinet? 
My 11 yo daughter is starting band next fall and wants to try the tenor sax. I've heard it's a difficult instr. to learn, heavy, etc. should I encourage …

M. J. H. Kessels saxophone, 1900 
I have had an M. J. H. Kessels sax that is dated 1900. On sax is written: anivers medailles d'or bruxelles paris 1900 londres amsterdam m.j.h.kessels …

Meyer metal mouthpiece question 
HI, I got a Meyer metal MP for Tenor sax (6J) I made the purchase online, so I have received the MP in a box with a paper label saying it's a Tenor MP …

What is the age on my Adolphe Sax alto? 
I have an Adolphe Sax alto sax. It has the AS logo with "fils". I tried to look up the year but I can't get closer to guessing it is between 1900 - 1910. …

What makes a good Saxophonist 
Hey guys.. doing some modelling here.. what do great sax players do that some of us doin't

Saxophone Sticky Pads. 
Hello, My name is Maria and I am doing research to improve the performance of saxophones. I was wondering, to all you saxophone players, do your saxophone …

Is the Conrad DSP Alto sax any good for a beginer? 
I am considering buying my first Saxophone, and have seen this model for sale. Whilst I appreciate it is not a Yamaha, or equivalent, is it a solid unit …

alternative high f sharp fingering - saxophone 
i have no probs with the palm keys apart from high f sharp;it sounds laboured tho f is spot on.Any alt fingering would be very welcome for high f sharp.i …

Selmer bundy baritone Saxophone - serial numbers made in germany 
I have purchased a Selmer bundy baritone Saxophone made in Germany, the serial number 53239. Is it really a Selmer? I nedd neck for this saxophone

Advice on Sax Alto VS Sax Tenor 
I have rented for last 3 months a Selmer Sax Alto to see if I was able to play and ultimately buy one, if I liked it. I just LOVE it , and I am ready to …

Saxophone Beginner - Have a Heart 
It's been 5 days since I began my journey into the world of the saxophone. Last week I picked up an alto sax from a nearby pawn shop and purchased a beginner …

Saxophone - Old dogs learning new tricks 
45 years ago I acquired a conn trumpet that was dingy, dented all over and the keys were sticky. After a facelift I began my music career as a trumpet …

Whats so great about Selmer? 
Im a school music extension student and i have chosen to do my assignment on the selmer saxophone. Basically i want to know why are they THE saxophone …

4 Old Saxophones 
Hello, I have 4 old saxophones and I'm try to find out a little more about those. I've tried to do some research on it with no results. I also …

Gerald Albright alto mouthpiece? 
On a You Tube post, Albright said he used a Studio 100 C mouthpiece. But looking at the video, he is using a Brilhart White Diamond hard rubber. Any …

1932 Selmer Saxophone 
I found an old Selmer serial # 18637 I think this dates it as either a 1932 Cigar Cutter OR Balanced Action series. Under the serial # it says " Sole …

How much should I sell my used antique Martin alto saxaphone? 
It has a little bit of wear and tear. I have it in the repair shop right now and am thinking of selling it because I want a new one. The tone holes are …

pocket sax 
Has any one heard of the xaphoon or pock sax? I saw it on e-bay and am courious. it seems okay but I have4 no idea. Maybe I am just lookingat the price. …

saxophone mouthpiece comparisons 
is there a chart that compares mouthpiece opening of the various major manufacturers

Sopranino saxophone sound 
Can anyone give a few words about what a sopranino sounds like? Does it have an oboe quality like the soprano does?

I need a new Tenor Mouthpiece 
Hey everyone, I need a new Tenor sax mouthpiece. Sadly I dropped my much loved Berg Larsen on the ground and it chipped and cracked. I am very …

KDIVS SAX 
are they any good i am very interested in buyng a soprano sax but on a very tight budget please help

Adolphe Sax 1900 - where can I get advice about value? 
I have had an Adolphe Sax that is dated 1900 and in original case with a Medaille d'or marking and serial no 289 and has the address of 84 Rue Myrha, Paris …

What Alto sax should i buy?? 
I have been playing the Alto Saxophone for about 7 years and have really enjoyed playing. I have had an Earlham Professional series 2 for the 7 years and …

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Antique Winds Sax 
I am selling my sons sax for 650, it is an antique winds and very pretty. Does that sound like a reasonable price?

Jazz Beginner 
I have been trained in classical B-flat clarinet, and have been playing for 14 years. I would like to step it up and make the jump to saxophone. Do you …

Pro Players - Is it O.K. To play without pay in a mall , to sell your CD.s? 
Is it O.K. To play in outside places ?

Another alto/tenor question... 
hey i'm looking to buy a saxophone and i used to play the alto. however i'm not quite sure which out of the 3 that i prefer. would anyone be able to tell …

alto or tenor saxophone 
So i've decided to take up the saxophone and wondering what the difference in sound is like between the alto and the tenor. I understand that most people …

Saxophone lessons? 
Hi everyone, Im about to buy my first alto sax. Ive never played a sax before, and was wondering if anyone could tell me if it is necessary to have lessons? …

Learning to play saxophone - where to start my research? 
I'm kinda lost... I would like to learn how to play sax. But I have no knowledge about this instrument. I kinda like the ones in Jazz music. Is …

sax stencil? 
I am trying to do some research for a friend. He has a sax he got when he was in Europe several years ago. The sax is engraved “Conrad Alto Series II”. …

saxophone mutes 
I am about to move into an apartment and am looking for a saxophone mute. ca anyone offer me some advice as to what i should be looking at.

Conn 28M Saxophone for Sale 
Selling my Conn 28M in great condition. Has plastic key guard and original case. Email me for more info and pictures. damonhall69@gmail.com

Please help!!!Conn saxophone, What do i have? 
I am an owner of a very? old CONN saxophone. Looks nearly like new.! For a long time i wonder what i had in hands. The problem is i dont know what kind …

The greatest saxophone players ever. 
Check out this list of famous saxophone players and share your thoughts. Who in your mind are the greatest sax players ever? Who is your favorite …

what is the best reed to start with never played before 
i want to learn the saxophone where do i start

Selmer US Alto Saxophone - serial numbers 
I have purchased a Selmer Alto Saxophone, unsure of the model but the serial number starts with an "8" and is 6 digits long. Is it really a Selmer?

Saxophone Quartet Music 
I have an extensive library of 950 charts for sax quartet and some quintets. Anyone willing to trade chart-for-chart with the Toronto Saxophone Quartet? …

Martin Handcraft Low Pitch Committee - FOUND AT GOODWILL 
I just found a beautiful Martin Handcraft Low Pitch Committee Alto Sax at my local Goodwill... I just need some help figuring out what exactly I have. …

what factory in china are anaxa tenor saxes made? 
I'm trying to find and contact the factory that makes anaxa tenor saxophones. I am a professional touring musician and just purchased a anaxa to double …

1926 Martin Alto Sax 
I have a 1926 Martin Alto sax that was passed to me from my grandfather who bought it new. I still have the original 50 year guarantee that came with it …

Comparing alto saxes? 
I need an alto sax for my daughter. I am currently looking at three used ones: Jupiter (model #?), Selmer as300, Yamaha yas23. Any suggestions?

sax embouchure ? 
over the last few weeks I have been told my embouchure is all wrong First I covered my lower teeth with my lip and I was told this is not the best way …

Article on Selman Saxophones 
Article: Selman Saxophones: Not Just a Misspelling of Selmer! Since this article on Selman Saxophones was written by one of our writers, it has caused …

Question: Clip-on microphones for saxophones 
This is more of a question. In my years, I've been playing into a regular stage mic. Lately I gained interest in clip on mics. Any suggestions? I've layed …

Bundy II Alto. ye or ne? 
Is this a good sax to buy? It seems like a good deal? Any feedback is much appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to help. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI …

recently acquired Conn Baritone Saxophone (gold plated?) - looking for more info and value? Not rated yet
Serial is 38580 which from my research dates it around 1917 i believe this sax is in playable condition and also has the neck piece w/ the same serial …

I wanna find out about this saxophone Not rated yet
Someone could help me?I would like to know much more about this saxophone.I would like to know the year of this modell.And a little about the firm World.My …

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Vito Alto Saxophone Serial #15233 Not rated yet
Hi, I have a Vito Alto Saxophone Serial #15233. Can you tell me what it might be worth? Thankyou Email address: garcia0607@yahoo.com

Adolphe Sax Not rated yet
I have an Adolphe Sax, 84 Rue myhra Paris No 633 in a gold finish all keys present just felts missing. In a Selmar Box. The date appears to be 1900 or …

Value of an Empire King 665 alto saxophone? Not rated yet
Hey, I was wondering what the value of my Empire King 665 Alto Saxophone would be (serial number is 9107290). It's in very good condition with only a small …

Reed squeeks - saxophone Not rated yet
My reed squeaks. I play Selmer Mark VI alto and tenor as a soloist in a local band. My Tenor occasionally squeaks as I'm playing a solo but it seems unpredictable …

Best Alto Mouthpieces Not rated yet
Hi, I've been thinking about getting a new mouthpiece but I'm wondering what to get. I have been playing a Yamaha 4c for several years, and I want …

Vox Pickup Not rated yet
Hi I am a sax / clarinet player in Sydney, Australia and am looking to get my hands on a King Vox pickup as I have heard a lot about them. Would someone …

Looking for saxophone lessons in buckinghamshire, UK Not rated yet
Hi I'm interested in finding a saxophone teacher or class near to where I live in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. I'm a complete beginner, my fiancee is …

The Sax Not rated yet
The sax is my favorite instrument, in physics we are doing a music project on instruments and the different pictches along with fundementals. My group …

Selmer Alto Mark VI available (72xxx) Very Nice! Not rated yet
Greetings, I recently inherited a vintage 1957 Mark VI Alto sax from my father, and despite my love for the instrument, would like to sell it. I hope …

Looking for cheap saxophones Not rated yet
Hello, I'm looking for the following saxes at a very cheap price i'm NOT looking for reeds ill find them myself at my local music store. Sopranino …

Soprano sax aka the worlds smallest sax Not rated yet
Hello i am wondering if they still make soprano saxes now or did they stop i am trying to find out prices of every sax and try to buy them later on if …

Recording King Alto-Serial 15041 - Saxophone Not rated yet
I'm looking for info on a Recording King Alto sax from Elkhart, In. The serial number is 15041 which predates the Recording King line farmed out to Martin …

looking to buy a saxophone for marching band and orchestra Not rated yet
We are thinking about buying an alto sax for my 9th grader for marching band and orchestra. we have a choice between a used topsax for 300.00 (in good …

Old Vito Leblanc Saxophone - HELP?! Not rated yet
I have searched hi and low to find out more information about my old saxophone, and I can't find anything! I would LOVE some input. It is in beautiful …

Help - need 'Glen Miller - In the Mood'  Not rated yet
Please can anyone tell me where I can download the sheet music for Glen Miller's In the Mood for alto sax urgently. My daughter has just informed me …

alto or tenor saxophone? Not rated yet
i have recently started to play the tenor sax and i was wondering if this is the right choice.i mean for a begginer like me it would be better if i had …

sax mic tripod style bell mount  Not rated yet
looking for sax tripod style bell mount for mic. Anybody know where to purchase one?

Old C.G. Conn Saxophone - What does the "O" mean? Not rated yet
I inquired an old C.G. Conn Saxophone with the serial number 137621. Above the serial number is the letter O and below the serial number there is a letter …

Strasser marigaux Alto Saxophone Not rated yet
I've had an SML standard saxophone for some 35 years, most of those with it in its case in my closet. It is still shiny lacquer gold, has the Strasser …

selmer saxophones - difference between unlacquered and lacquer  Not rated yet
difference between a unlacquered and lacquer selmer alto saxophones?

king super 20. pls help Not rated yet
i am one of the luckiest people in the world to own a king super 20 first model 1945-1949. i know some history on it but i was wondering if anyone knew …

Late 1930's Selmer Alto Sax No 24780 Not rated yet
Would like to know how much I should sell Selmer Alto Sax from the late 1930's played in Swing Bands, Original Case.

Value of my alto saxophone "The Martin" Elkart, IN, serial number 25164 Not rated yet
What is the approximate value of The Martin alto saxaphone, serial number 25164

Selmer Mk VI Tenor Saxophone Not rated yet
Considering getting my Mk VI replated & have heard that this will degrade the value of the original by 1/3 & possibly change the tonality. True ? What …

Martin Handcraft alto Saxophone Not rated yet
I have a Martin handcraft alto saxophone serial number 52328 lowpitch. Purchased used for $100 by my parents when I was in 5th grade (approximately 1985) …

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Need low b flat key for Antoine Courtois alto sax Not rated yet
I need to find a low b flat key part asap. My phone number is 8000-638-7245. God Bless. Jerry

Info on Yamaha XT Tenor Sax Not rated yet
I am looking to buy a tenor sax for my daughter. he local music store has a Yamaha XT that is labeled an Intermediate instrument. I cannot find hits …

Saxophone for new sax player Not rated yet
I want to play the sax and need to buy an instument, what do you think about fortissimo saxaphones?

Does a lacquer affect the actual tone of a saxophone? Not rated yet
-Does a darker lacquer create a deeper tone? -Does a lighter lacquer create a brighter tone? -Does an unlacquered saxophone sound more "soulful"

Have an old saxophone, would like some identification.... Not rated yet
As the title says, I have a Conn Usa Saxophone (I think) that I would like some more info on. I'm pretty sure it's from the 80's, but that's all. So …

New video from The Afro Cuban Jazz Saxtet Not rated yet
Hey everyone. I just saw this video and wanted to share it with you all. Enjoy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmp1XvfubJc&feature=sub

Sept. 14, 1915 mini saxaphone 12 - 15" high Not rated yet
Helping a friend trying to find an appraisal store he has a ATD SEPT. 14, 1915 115348 S 44812 The 8 could be A letter B I This information …

Is my Saxophone rare its a Whaley and Royce co Not rated yet
Saxophone is a Tenor,,,its a Whaley and Royce co,,,,,out of toronto 91221 is the serial number

overhaul saxophone or not Not rated yet
We have an older Armstrong saxophone our 10 year old is playing. This is her second year and she seems to like it and is doing well. The sax needs refurbished. …

Lipson sax? Not rated yet
Hi, has anyone ever heard of or know anything about a saxophone brand called Lipson? There´s one for sale here in Norway, but i have never heard about …

Wm. Frank Co. Not rated yet
Does any one know ANYTHING at all about this sax? It was given to my sister by a friend 0of the family. Could someone please help me, your help would be …

yamaha or selmer soprano Not rated yet
I'm a former tenor/alto person who now wants to switch to soprano...can't make a decision on which brand to purchase. Any suggestions/recommendations …

Saxophone Buying Recommendations Not rated yet
I have always loved the sound of a saxophone and I am interested in purchasing one to learn to play. I am looking for a good quality intermidate alto/jazz. …

Best current model Selmer Tenor Sax? Not rated yet
I'm on the market for a new Selmer tenor sax. I was wondering which of the current professional models available is actually the best?

Martin tenor saxophone Not rated yet
I'm looking into buying a Martin 1957 tenor sax. I have only ever played on Selmers, and newer instruments in general. Can anyone give me a comparison …

Alto vs Tenor??? Not rated yet
Up until the back end of October 2008, I had been fit and healthy. Late october I had a Brain Haemmorage. In March this year I began to suffer from …

a good gift idea - saxophone Not rated yet
hi, i'm looking for a gift for my friend. He plays the tenor saxophone. This is what i had in mind: http://www.gadgetireland.com/images/uploads/minisaxophone.jpg …

album called JAVA from the late 50s - where to find it? Not rated yet
been looking for it for some time, any thoughts on how to find it?

Jimmy Lyons & Jimmy Lunceford Not rated yet
Does anyone know what sax Jimmy Lyons & Jimmy Lunceford played????

Used Martin Alto Saxophone  Not rated yet
Looking to sell a used Martin alto needs work some dents wear etc Serial # 198287 Indiana. I want to sell it. Any idea how much I can get for it ? …

serial number history Not rated yet
i have a newyorker with serial number 8475. any history on it

Cibailli Not rated yet
hey, i was just browsing through some brands of saxophones looking for one to buy and i came across "Cibaili" and because im just new to it all i was wondering …

Good Sax? Not rated yet
Hey guys, I'm an Alto Saxophone player with 2 years experience, but haven't played in 3 years. I just recently decided to make the move to take up the …

Soprillogy - brand new Soprillo album! Not rated yet
I've just found a new album called Soprillogy, which seems to be the world's first Soprillo CD! I reckon it's fantastic, much better than I was expecting. …

Thinking about buying LA-615IMC Sop Sax Not rated yet
I am thinking about buying a new (advertised) LA-615IMC Sop Sax. I have three questions: 1) I thought LA Sax discontinued the la-615 line years ago, how …

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