(1) Hold saxophone in proper playing position. Does keys’ mechanical response work well? Meet Ergonomic principles? Rugged construction? Unexpected noise from parts? The neck and body connect precisely? (2) Checking smooth sound, resonant, clear and bright sound when playing chromatic scale and then all scale (3) Checking for saxophones, mouthpieces, and accessories, for instance, leather pad, steel spring, engraved pattern, and finishing. (4) Understanding saxophone category and classification, generally Baritone saxophone pitched in E-flat major (Eb) Tenor saxophone pitched in B-flat major (Bb) Alto saxophone pitched in E-flat major (Eb) Soprano saxophone pitched in B-flat major (Bb) Soprano saxophones are divided into Curve Soprano Saxophone One-piece soprano Soprano Saxophone with 2 Necks (5) The quality of saxophone instruments categorise student, advanced, professional, professional performer. The tone color at same pitch mainly show clear and bright, smooth, resonant, dark and focussed. Having the ability to inspect different instruments, and pursuing the spirt of music art. This radiates musicians’ characteristics and sentimental music.
Searching a satisfied saxophone is same as difficultly having a soulmate in life. An excellent saxophone is sustaining its quality and charming through age.
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