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A Better Student Tenor Sax





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The BetterSax Classic Tenor student saxophone boasts the same outstanding qualities that have made the alto model a huge success at Sweetwater. Like its stablemate, the tenor was developed by the talented team at BetterSax, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance and quality. The BetterSax Classic Tenor features a lightweight construction that allows it to vibrate freely, making it easy for any beginner to pick up and start playing right away. Along with that ease of playability, the Classic Tenor takes design cues from pro-model saxes, like the bore taper, neck design, blue steel springs, and Pisoni pads with metal resonators. The result is a sax that produces a rich, sophisticated sound that students, teachers, and professionals alike will all enjoy.





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The BetterSax Classic Tenor saxophone comes with all the standard features a developing player needs. It’s built with a post-to-body construction, making it lighter in weight and reducing resistance ? this is especially important for anyone developing their sound, as you’ll want a horn that’s comfortable to hold, free blowing, and easy to play. The Classic Tenor sax also comes with a premium case that’ll protect your valuable instrument and store all the accessories you need. And with the addition of the high F# key and an adjustable thumb rest, you’ll have an instrument that will carry you well throughout your musical journey.





Professional look and feel





One of the first things you'll notice about the BetterSax Classic Tenor is its striking look. Players will observe the rich, cognac-tinted lacquer finish combined with the stunning Classic-series hand-engraving design, giving it a timeless appearance. Adding to the alluring vibe is the underslung octave key, inspired by vintage King saxophones as well as Elite Series Yanagisawa horns. The Classic Tenor sax also features carefully designed, ergonomic keywork and an adjustable thumb rest for a personalized and comfortable playing experience.





Pro-level features





But looks aren’t everything, which is why the Classic Tenor includes pro-level features that satisfy even demanding players. The bore is modeled after a top-level pro saxophone, giving it a rich, focused sound. Of course, none of that matters if the keys feel mushy under your fingers. That’s why this sax is equipped with carefully calibrated blue steel springs and quality Pisoni pads, which add to the pro-level feel. The pads are fitted with metal resonators that add the perfect amount of crispness to your every note for a big, vibrant, and commanding sound.





BetterSax Classic Student Tenor Saxophone Features:


Cognac-tinted lacquer for a striking, vintage look


Classic series hand-engraving design


Post-to-body construction for lightweight playing comfort


Yellow brass body and neck


Professional bore design modeled after top-model saxes


Underslung octave key inspired by professional King and Yanagisawa saxes


High F# key, auxiliary front F key


Blue steel springs


Pisoni pads with metal resonator


Adjustable thumb rest


Softshell case and BetterSax Classic mouthpiece included