BetterSax Classic Tenor Saxophone

I have been playing saxophone for over 30 years and in that time have been very lucky to find good but cheap instruments to buy or was issued Top rate Selmer’s during my military service. The time has come for me to spend a little more as I’m about to re-embark into the performance arena. I researched many instruments and reviews and thought I’d take a chance on Bettersax. Still a company which is establishing itself but having watched reviews it seemed like a good safe bet and with Thomann’s 30 day returns policy theres little to lose. The cognac lacquer makes the instrument stand out immediately along with the under slung octave key. I haven’t used the Bettersax mouthpiece as I have my own. The sax was Instantly responsive with a bright modern sound. The attention to detail on the left hand G# keys is exceptional. They are beautifully considered in their position and the ease at which you can move your pinky finger over them. The upper register is open and full and this doesn’t change right down through the full range. The only slightly duller tones around the middle D and Eb, unfortunately common to most saxes. The altissimo range felt seamless. Quite simply it is a pleasure to play. The only criticism would be that there is a little bit of movement at the top joint and as it’s a new instrument I don’t want to over tighten or soften the screw. The key mechanism is almost effortless. All in all a great buy has a happy sax player made.