Startone SAS-75 Alto Sax

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Startone SAS-75 Alto Sax
£245
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Good for beginners, but wears out fast
pedro-bc 06.01.2020
This was my first saxophone, and I bought it before joining any classes.
I was thrilled when I first bought it, and I was blown away by the quality of the sound even though I was just starting to learn the instrument.
The accessories are all very convenient, and the price point is almost unbelievable. The only two things I had to buy were a proper neck strap and a stand.
Later in the year I ended up joining saxophone classes. Upon seeing my Startone SAS-75, my instructor sighed. As time progressed, the reason for the sigh became clearer: the saxophone started to leak in the low notes, the low quality of the build started to show, and just by assembling the neck I would inadvertently cause parts to bend where they shouldn't. A better saxophone, built with better materials, won't give as easily.
I have been advised by my instructor to get a Thomann instrument instead - I'll be getting the TAS-350.
TLDR: Good saxophone for the price, but if you're planning to play for a while go for something better.
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Dream come true ...
AVMP 07.09.2017
A big Jazz fan, I've always dreamt to play the sax! This model is great to start discovering the instrument. Yes, it is not for the long run, but before investing in a (costly) sax for the long term, this model will allow you to start playing and find your own sound as well as the features & accessories you'd want for your long term instrument. ... and if that's not your objective, you'll enjoy playing your favourite tunes with this sax anyway ...
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Google quality for a very good price
Anonymous 17.03.2017
It is probably the less expensive, but if you have never played any saxophone, it is a good start.
I could not expect such a valuable instrument for that cost.
Obviously after a couple of year you could think in moving to higher quality but playing saxophone requires time, motivation and skills that i suggest to test with thieve try level.
Overall manufacture is good, the sound quality is quite good, just a bit colder than saxophone four time more expensive. There are many features you do not even imagine are provided with the set.
The case is rigid and well protect the instrument.
The response is quite good as well, probably you need to warm it a bit to get the best one it can give you.
Support and service provide by the company it is literally outstanding. They reply to each question and in very short time.
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Excellent beginner saxophone
Aleksei T. 24.03.2018
Bought this after some consideration. I've been meaning to learn to play saxophone for a while, but couldn't afford one since I am not a professional musician. Then I found Startone. This sax is a branded ultra-cheap horn from China. Is this bad? No---in fact, this is its biggest advantage. While the quality of construction is not great overall (would you expect this for the asking price?) the instrument still delivers a genuine saxophone tone. What else would a beginner need? I mean, sure, this instrument will not last a lifetime, but for the price, would you really expect that? As far as the sound goes, it is fine. As far as the performance goes, it is more or less fine. So it goes like this---want a sax? Get this one and learn how to play it. Then get a more expensive one. And that's all she wrote.
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Good Saxophone for the price
Joao Camalhao 18.04.2020
I'm a beginner Sax player so I decided to buy a very cheap Saxophone. Although it's a cheap Saxophone it has worked perfectly for me to learn how to play with a Saxophone.
I advise it for a begginer Saxophone player who doesn't want to spend too much money on a Sax for to know if he likes it.
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For beginners, it's passable
Anonymous 08.09.2014
This sax is from the low range of prices, and in some ways it shows. The overall sound isn't bad, but the seals, especially in the smaller keys might develop leaks after a year or so.

I'd recommend changing the mouthpiece and strap from the start.

On a positive note, all the springs and tension wires are of good quality and haven't buckled even after years of playing.

Cork quality in neck piece is good, no need to service it if properly maintained.

Keeps tune well.

Well-balanced.

Overall price/quality ratio is good, though I'd perhaps recommend this one to beginners only.
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Good instrument for getting you started.
Iosif 02.11.2022
The title says it all. I am not disapointed. It really gets you started and you'll be happy you didn't start off with a very expensive instrument. Who does that? You start easy and if it pays off, you go to the next level instrument. This one is ok for it's price range! Not amazing, not bad. It's just good.
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Reasonable price
Marko E. 18.04.2020
For the money I spent to the instrument, it is pretty good.
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Great for beginners, but questionable quality
evdg 28.01.2020
After years not playing decided to order this budget Saxophone. The sound is fine, the mouthpiece is not top quality but works. If you have never played before this is a great instrument to start playing. However, if you have already played before you might consider investing in a higher price range saxophone. The pearl buttons fell off, I could glue them but after 3 I was afraid the quality wouldn't last a few years.
Great as a second instrument or to find out if the saxophone is something for you!
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Great Starter Instrument
King3Kings 21.11.2019
I used this instrument to start learning the saxophone as an adult. I didn't want to spend too much money and opted for the Startone SAS-75 based on price. It served its purpose very well and got me to a point where I am progressing well and ready to upgrade to a better instrument. It has it's limitations such as a few keys that tend to stick but overall it is quite playable with a decent sound.
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