The JP041 Eb Alto Saxophone is free blowing with a full mellow sound which is capable of playing all musical styles from Classical to Jazz. It is capable of great dynamic expression throughout the registers, coping well in both band and solo situations where the need to project is greater. Being light and easy to transport around, it is specially designed to survive daily school runs. An excellent starter instrument with good tonal and dynamic characteristics and high quality construction. Supplied with back pack style case. High F#. Ideal for the novice player. Highly recommended.
Although capable of a very high standard of play, these instruments are priced to be attractive in the starter player market. The mouthpiece that is supplied is fine to get a novice started, but an upgrade mouthpiece will allow the instrument to reach its full potential. The Yamaha range of mouthpieces are a cost effective option and will offer a good improvement. A mid range or professional mouthpiece will lift the performance to the highest levels.
The JP041 Eb Alto Saxophone is supplied with everything required to get a player started. An attractive blue and red JP style case is included as standard and includes backpack straps as well as a shoulder strap for comfort. A reflective safety strap is also included as part of the case design. The instrument includes a JP Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, reed and JP Alto Saxophone 'Well Slung' Sling as standard.
Manufactured to a high quality standard as is expected with all JP Instruments, The JP041 Eb Alto Saxophone is guaranteed for 12 months against faulty manufacturing or materials and is fully tested prior to sale.
Specifications
• Underslung 8ve mechanism - For reliability
• Floating plate design for little finger (LH) cluster - For strength, durability and extra resonance
• Fully ribbed construction - For strength, durability and extra resonance
• Adjustable thumb rest - Increases playing comfort
• Double spine on B & C keys - For strength and reliability
• Resonators on pads - For enhanced projection and tonal depth
• Mechanism includes High F#, front F