{"product_id":"b-stock-odyssey-premiere-eb-alto-saxophone-outfit-rose-gold","title":"B-STOCK Odyssey Premiere 'Eb' Alto Saxophone Outfit ~ Rose\/Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alto Saxophone\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e is very much favoured to start with for beginners. The alto sax is heavily played in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eclassical,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e jazz ,big band, concert bands and commercial, and is an instrument as well as being the lead voice in a lot of other music from funk to classical chamber music. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThe alto saxophone is slightly smaller than the tenor and looks and sounds as you’d expect a saxophone to. Compared with the tenor it is lighter, slightly quieter, takes less puff and less finger stretching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe  alto saxophone  is the best type of saxophone for beginners because they are the most common. When you are starting out on your  alto saxophone  journey, you'll need to become familiar with the sound of the saxophone by listening to music, especially jazz, and you're most likely to hear an  alto saxophone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAll models in the Odyssey range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehigh quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e brass band and orchestral instruments have been meticulously designed down to the finest details by Peter Pollard. It’s hardly surprising that, with over 50 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eyears experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e and having listened to the ‘wants’ of countless \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehigh profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e musicians, this master craftsman is one of the most sought after custom brass and woodwind builders in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":40}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAt Odyssey, we recognise the significant contribution that an instrument makes to the willingness of a student to persevere, practice, pursue the process of learning to control and master the instrument, enjoy making music and progress. With \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003et\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehis in mind a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ell our Saxophone family have been tested in France, at BG, and fitted with the best BG \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eLigatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e possible for each instrument. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"\"\u003eRed  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBrass, also\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"\"\u003e known as  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eRose brass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"\"\u003ehas the highest copper content at around 90% and gives a warmer and mellower tone than that of alloys with a higher zinc content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWith a luscious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eRose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e brass lacquered body,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e bell and neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e offset with clear lacquered parts, the aesthetics of the '\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEb'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Alto Saxophone from the Odyssey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePremiere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Series speak for themselves. A s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003etunning looker!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eA real eye catcher without doubt, but it’s also the performance to cost ratio that make this beautiful Alto Sax a winner. Players from students to seriously professional musicians have commented on the excellent response, it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehas been designed to provide comfort and security when performing in the high register, while maintaining a beautiful warm sound in any range - w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eith superb \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eintonation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e As with all Odyssey instruments only the highest quality materials \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eare chosen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e in the construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eReliable Beginners Instrument\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThis Alto Sax is ideal for beginners due to its relatively  small bod y which is comfortable to hold.  The combination of this instrument's size and range makes it an extremely versatile and popular choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":true,\"134233118\":true,\"201341983\":2,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eStrong \u0026amp; Durable Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThis instrument has been designed with affordability, durability and comfort in mind. The  body is fully brace d for strength helping it stand up to the demands of regular play and transport to and from lessons. The  adjustable thumb rest, bell joint, neck and stack adjusting screws can be used to make the set-up more comfortable. The saxophone's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eRose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ebrass body is finished with a protective lacquer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSmooth Response \u0026amp; Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBlue steel springs provide a  robust and durable  action and give a brightness and snap to the instrument's sound whilst domed reflectors aid projection. This Alto Sax has a light, free blowing response that will reward new players with excellent intonation and a stability and evenness throughout the registers. Precision drawn tone holes allow maximum air passage through the instrument.  An auxiliary high F# key provides extra versatility. These features make it easy for students to start seeing results fast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a company producing some of the world’s finest brasswind instruments, Odyssey recognise the fact that protection whilst travelling with a delicate instrument is paramount. To ensure players can maintain a high standard with this instrument Odyssey has included gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease and neck sling. A plush lined, Zero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam, canvas covered case with shoulder straps takes all the worry out of commuting with such a delicate instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e with high F#\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Mouthpiece and cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e BG – L12SR Super Revelation Ligature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Quality Italian pads \u0026amp; springs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Rose brass body, bell \u0026amp; neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Lacquer finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam, plush lined, canvas covered case with shoulder straps \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Accessories: Gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease, neck sling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking proper care of your instrument will also help you produce the best sound quality possible and Odyssey recommend BG brand accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOdyssey Brasswind is designed and created by UK Master Craftsman \u003c\/span\u003ePeter Pollard\u003cspan\u003e and the UK Odyssey design team. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Odyssey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57596450636159,"sku":"B-OAS700","price":449.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/9440\/5272\/products\/OAS700_1_17117e38-7705-457e-a341-6a76f6d23262.jpg?v=1643198018","url":"https:\/\/ivormairants.co.uk\/products\/b-stock-odyssey-premiere-eb-alto-saxophone-outfit-rose-gold","provider":"Ivor Mairants Musicentre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}