What is the difference between student and professional saxophones?

The main differences between student and professional saxes is that they generally have a faster response. The keys are designed differently and the ball brace etc are made for professiona players who need to play something with a very good feel and excellent response.

What is a student model saxophone?

Student / beginner saxophones are made with the new player in mind. They are usually lighter weight and easier to play so the student won’t struggle to produce sound while learning the fundamentals. In recent years, manufacturers have focused a lot of attention on creating beginner saxophones.

What type of saxophone should a beginner buy?

alto saxophone
The alto saxophone is by far far the most popular choice when it comes to learning saxophone – especially for younger players who might find the tenor too heavy.

What’s the difference between saxophones?

The most obvious difference between the two instruments is their size. The tenor sax is slightly larger and heavier, while the alto sax is smaller, lighter, and more easily managed than a tenor. Since the alto sax is smaller, its notes are higher and brighter than those of the tenor sax.

How much does a student alto saxophone cost?

Beginner saxophones usually range in cost from $800 to $2,700. Intermediate, or step-up saxophones usually range in cost $2,000 to $3,000 and entry level pro saxophones (still largely played by advanced students) around $3,000 and up.

Which saxophone is the easiest to play?

The alto saxophone is easier to play than the soprano saxophone, and so it is a good choice for beginners. A simple comparison of the length of the soprano and alto saxophones shows that they are about the same, 70 centimeters long.

Do you need long fingers to play saxophone?

You do not need big hands to play the saxophone. While you do need hands large enough to fit around the instrument, it is more common to have hands which are too large for the saxophone and necessitate adjustments on some keys.