SLADE Alto Saxophone Eb Alto Saxophone for Beginner Students, Gold, WSS948

It's actually really impressive how well this thing plays out of the box. I did not bother trying the reeds or ligature it came with. I've tried Chinese reeds before and they're trash. I use Vandoren Red or Blues reeds and a Rovner ligature. The mouthpiece is actually surprisingly not bad. It looks like a copy of a Selmer C and plays ok, but I still recommend using a different mouthpiece. I've played on a lot of beginner saxes that were the same price, and this is definitely the most functional instrument. The quickest way to check for leaks is to see how easily the sax can play low Bb and if it can play beyond altissimo F without cracking any notes. This sax effortlessly plays low Bb and altissimo F# play using both the F# key and side key. The only drawback is the tone. The sax doesn't sound like a normal sax, it sounds a bit dull for lack of a better word. It's almost like the sound doesn't reverberate enough in the instrument. I've tried different mouthpieces, and I couldn't get the tone I wanted that is typical of a Selmer or Yamaha. I don't know if it's because of the material the sax is made of or something else. However, this is definitely the best sax for the price. If I had to pick between a functional instrument that doesn't sound perfect, or a used beginner Yamaha/Selmer that doesn't play well, I'd definitely pick the prior. I think actually being able to play the instrument should supersede what it sounds like.

This was a birthday gift for my daughter, she has taught herself how to play and has since played with her band. Decent instrument, plays well

This is a complete set of everything you need to start playing saxophone. You get the saxophone, reeds, carrying case and other accessories including a stand. I have played clarinet for many years and wanted to try saxophone. This is a great starting instrument for beginners. It's not $1000 quality, but it is good enough to practice with. I love the red color and gold trim. Overall this saxophone looks great. The buttons are easy to reach. The mouthpiece and reeds work. The saxophone plays good. Remember, this is a saxophone under $500. So quality is average and great for beginners. I am still learning how to play, so I can't say the squeaky sounds are from the quality. Get this saxophone if you want a great beginner saxophone that is everything you need to start.

First I'd like to say I have never played a Saxophone in my life this one is Amazing I'm very satisfied with my purchase a must buy great price for everything you receive great Quality Sounds amazing & you get great Accessories for everything you get at that price it's definitely a must buy. Plus getting a excellent quality Saxophone 🎷 for your first really inspires you to want to play everyday to get better & better

I am writing a review to show my thanks towards this company for providing a quality beginner instrument. My kid was able to play this instrument with no problem. It sounds good, looks good, and is a reasonable price (under $300 bucks). Slade included all the basics for a new learner to start with like gloves, cleaning supplies, and reeds. Thanks again.

BEAUTIFUL LOOK!!!!! AND NICE SOUND FOR A BEGINNER SAX. EASY TO PLAY AND IS IN TUNE PRETTY WELL

We received the blue saxophone yesterday and it looks better in person than in the photos. My son is really excited for 5th grade band now! My issue with it though is the 5 pack reads we received are covered in Mold!! The ligature screws also are stripped or something but they won't tighten to keep the read in place. We will be getting a new neck strap as well because it isn't very comfortable.

I play in bar bands, mostly guitar, play a little sax on some tunes, played sax in Jr High, so have the basics down, and have owned several more expensive saxes. I bought this to replace a 50 year old Yamaha that has seen its better days. With a leak light, I found a slight leak on the D# key, other than that the pads seal well. I also found a loose screw on the G# key, required some adjustment. The mouthpiece is similar to a Yamaha D4, I actually like it better than the Yamaha. I use a different mouthpiece to increase volume and brightness. Not sure how it will hold up over time, only concern is the pads, not sure what they are made of. The action is a little stiffer than my old Yamaha, but not sure if that is due to the age of the older horn. Low notes (say low B) are a bit tough to paly, but that may be me, tough to play on any sax. I think this would be fine as a beginner sax, if you can't justify the cost of a better one. Overall, my opinion is this is a good value and meets my needs. If I start playing more, I may upgrade.

Item was as described. Packaging was good. Everything was well cushioned. Came with many accessories though I would also recommend buying a pull through cleaning separately. The one that came with it didn’t work very well or perhaps I am not sure how it can work. Overall very satisfied for the price. Helped me start my saxophone journey in an affordable way. You can find sound reviews of it in YouTube. ( not by me)

Bastante satisfecho con el sax, con una buena caña y boquilla sale buen sonido.

My instrument did not come tuned I have to pay extra money for it to be tuned very very un impressed with this.

Livraison rapide et produit très satisfaisant. J’adore le produit.

I like everything about tge instrument, it can as expected and i love the color and the fact that it has weight.