Trevor James Alpha Sax (pre owned)

#T5299 pre owned

Supplied with case, mouthpiece, cap & ligature. This beginners model is suitable up to G3 level. It is perfect for the smaller, younger player who might not be able to cope with the full weight of a standard alto saxophone.

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The Trevor James Alpha sax Outfit (Gold Lacquer) is a unique saxophone designed for the younger and smaller player! - Winner of the 2014 UK Music Industry Association award for Best Woodwind & Brass Instrument.

The Alpha sax is based around the original body tube of the TJ alto saxophone with completely redesigned mechanism and tone hole positioning for the smaller individual who would previously have been told to wait until they got bigger before they could learn to play the sax.

Problematic keys with long finger stretch have been removed or redesigned for extra comfort.
The weight has been reduced by an amazing 33%.

The left hand palm keys for top D#, E and F have been removed.
The top D key has been adjusted to fit small hands.
The low B & Bb keys have been removed.
 G# and low C# keys are easier to reach.
The right hand side F# keys and side C key have been removed.
The Alpha sax retains a fully chromatic range from low C to high D.
Bb bis and side Bb keys are retained.


A lightweight (1.48kg) moulded case is included along with a harness strap, mouthpiece, cap and single screw ligature. The Alpha sax is an incredible 3.34kg in its carry case (compared to the usual 4.9kg + for the TJ Classic alto saxophone). A stunning 44% lighter!

How does it Feel & Sound?

• Omitted keys (LH palm keys for Top D#, E and F / low B & Bb keys / RH side F# keys & side C key) sit at the boundaries of the instruments range and aren’t generally essential until later learning stages – The Alpha sax sounds and feels just like a standard saxophone.
• Weighing 33% less than conventional Alto saxophones, this instrument feels extremely light and is therefore an ideal choice for younger and smaller framed players.
• Features high-quality Pisoni pads with metal reflectors for a reliable seal that delivers excellent intonation.
• The Alpha sax sounds well-balanced and delivers a strong tone across the full chromatic scale from low C to high D.