Are Selmer saxophones the best?

Selmer saxophones are world renowned for their quality both in manufacture and in musical tone. Not only is a Selmer saxophone the clear choice of most professionals, but it is one of the most commonly played saxophone for students as well.

What makes a good saxophone?

Most beginners choose alto or tenor, but for small children a tenor is usually too big. If you want to play rock & roll, you may find that tenor will be the best instrument. If you want to play classical then there is much more repertoire for alto saxophone. (Classical tenor is mostly useful in a saxophone quartet).

What are the best made saxophones?

Proving that saxophone manufacturing is truly an international business, there are seven countries represented, in terms of where the companies are based!

• Selmer Paris.
• Yamaha.
• Yanagisawa.
• Elkhart.
• P. Mauriat.
• Keilwerth.
• Conn-Selmer.
• Cannonball Saxophones.

What is a good professional saxophone?

5 Best Professional Saxophone Reviews and the Best Professional Saxophone Brands

• Yamaha YAS-62 Professional Alto Saxophone Lacquered.
• Selmer AS42 Professional Alto Saxophone Lacquer.
• Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone Silver Plated.

What makes the saxophone unique?

1. It Has a Unique History. The saxophone is the only instrument in wide use today that was invented by a single individual — a musical instrument designer named Adolphe Sax, hence the name saxophone. Sax was born in Belgium in 1814.

Is Selmer Bundy a good saxophone brand?

Verdict. The Selmer Bundy II is a great alto saxophone for intermediate players that want something durable to endure a couple of years but aren’t looking for flawless tunes meant for professional playing. As the case is with plenty of Selmer saxophones, this one is an excellent choice for a dedicated college student.

Are Selmer Mark VI the best?

It’s a simple truth that the Selmer Mark VI was either the best, or among the best sax that money could buy, during its 20 year run. It is also a truth that a more modern horn will play with more consistent intonation. The Mark VI alto is especially noted for a badly out-of-tune lower register (more on that later).

What made a saxophone popular?

In military bands and classical music The saxophone first gained popularity in military bands. Although the instrument was initially ignored in Germany, French and Belgian military bands were quick to include the instrument in their ensembles.