{"product_id":"trevor-james-alphasax-alto-sax-outfit-gold-lacquer","title":"Trevor James Alphasax Alto Sax Outfit - Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeginner sax for the younger and smaller player.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"product-overview\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trevor James Alphasax Outfit (Gold Laquer) is a unique saxophone designed for the younger and smaller player! - Winner of the 2014 UK Music Industry Association award for Best Woodwind \u0026amp; Brass Instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alphasax is based around the original body tube of the TJ alto saxophone with completely redesigned mechanism and tone hole positioning for the smaller individual who would previously have been told to wait until they got bigger before they could learn to play the sax.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eProblematic keys with long finger stretch have been removed or redesigned for extra comfort.\u003cbr\u003eThe weight has been reduced by an amazing 33%.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alphasax in the key of Eb, with a full two octave chromatic facility using established finger positioning to enable the smaller player to learn the alto saxophone using current study books. New and innovative mechanism has enabled us to maintain the finger positioning of a normal saxophone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe left hand palm keys for top D#, E and F have been removed.\u003cbr\u003eThe top D key has been adjusted to fit small hands.\u003cbr\u003eThe low B \u0026amp; Bb keys have been removed.\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned G# and low C# keys are now easier to reach.\u003cbr\u003eThe right hand side F# keys and side C key have been removed.\u003cbr\u003eRedesigned low D# and C keys are now easier to reach.\u003cbr\u003eThe Alphasax retains a fully chromatic range from low C to high D.\u003cbr\u003eBb bis and side Bb keys are retained.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAt only 1.86kg in weight the revolutionary Alphasax saxophone is 33% lighter than the traditional alto saxophone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eA lightweight (1.48kg) moulded case with backpack straps is included along with a harness strap, mouthpiece, cap, single screw ligature and reed. The Alphasax is an incredible 3.34kg in its carry case (compared to the usual 4.9kg + for the TJ Classic alto saxophone). A stunning 44% lighter!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it Feel \u0026amp; Sound?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e• Omitted keys (LH palm keys for Top D#, E and F \/ low B \u0026amp; Bb keys \/ RH side F# keys \u0026amp; side C key) sit at the boundaries of the instruments range and aren’t generally essential until later learning stages – The Alphasax sounds and feels just like a standard saxophone.\u003cbr\u003e• Weighing 33% less than conventional Alto horns, this sax feels extremely light and is therefore an ideal choice for younger and smaller framed players.\u003cbr\u003e• Features high-quality Pisoni pads with metal reflectors for a reliable seal that delivers excellent note intonation.\u003cbr\u003e• The Alphasax sounds well-balanced and delivers a strong tone across the full chromatic scale from low C to high D.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trevor James","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57102262239612,"sku":"371A","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/8461\/6889\/files\/18561b7e-f31b-4616-9add-45ba5e8c7327.jpg?v=1790371851","url":"https:\/\/hayesmusic.co.uk\/products\/trevor-james-alphasax-alto-sax-outfit-gold-lacquer","provider":"Hayes Music Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}