Thomann TAS-180 Black Alto Sax Set

Bundle offer comprising

Thomann TAS-180 Black Alto Saxophone

Alto Saxophone

High F# key
Front F-key
Body, S-bow, and screws made from brass
Separate adjustment screws for D, E, F, A & H
Adjustable thumb rest made of plastic
G# and F# key handles made of solid material
Bell is detachable and easy to service
Very comfortable and ergonomic mechanism for the left and right little finger
Black body
Gold lacquered keys
Black leather pad with metal resonators
Black finger inlays
Black padding
Dark finger inlays
Incl. light case with backpack straps

Thomann 1045 Prof Saxophone Strap

Leather Carrying Strap for Saxophone

Orthopaedic shaped neck padding made of fine cow leather
Pad insert made of natural rubber
Extra padding
Metal eyelets
Will not cut into the neck area
Adjustable with just one hand
Glass fibre reinforced carabiner

Hercules Stands DS530B Alto /Tenor Sax Stand

Stand

Adjustable for alto or tenor sax
Weight: 1.1 kg
Folded size 310 x 140 mm

Bari Esprit Alto Saxophone

Mouthpiece for Alto Saxophone

Material: Plastic
Particularly suitable for students
Tip opening: .065
Facing length: 17 mm
Produces a full and lively sound
Quick response
Includes a ligature and a cap

Thomann Monster Reed Alto 2.0

Reed for Alto Saxophone

Strength: 2.0
Synthetic hybrid reed with a 52% bamboo fibre content
Special W-blast treatment on both sides of the reed for a great projection
Reeds produce a perfectly balanced sound
The reeds are durable and resistant to fluctuations in temperature and humidity and do not dry out
Much more durable than cane reeds

Thomann Cleaning Set Alto Tenor Sax

Cleaning Set for Alto and Tenor Saxophones

Consisting of two form-optimised swabs for body and neck and a cleaning cloth, 30 x 30 cm
Soft, lint-free material
Made of heavy and absorbent microfibre
Washable
The soft material protects the instrument during cleaning from scratches
Incl. re-lockable storage box

DAddario Woodwinds Reed Guard small blue

Reed Guard

For 4 clarinet, alto or soprano saxophone reeds
Stylish and effective way to transport and protect reeds
Soft protective cap
Material: Plastic
Colour: Blue

Thomann Thumb Rest Saxophone

Thumb Rest

For saxophone thumb rest
Prevents pressure points on the thumb
Made of flexible plastic

Thomann Mouthpiece Cushion Black 0,8

Rubber Mouthpiece Cushion

Standard
Suitable for all saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces
No solvents thanks to avoiding the use of glue
Absolutely resistant to biting
Thickness: 0.8 mm
No slipping when playing, and a pleasant touch
Colour: Black
Package quantity: 6 Pieces

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Available since June 2021
Item number 521446
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Finish body Black
Finish Keys Gold Lacquered
Body Brass
Gravure Yes
Resonator Pad Black Leather Pad with Metal Resonator
Case Yes
Case with Backpack System Yes
Mou Yes
Strap Yes
Wiper (Body) No
S Arc Wiper No

€525

All prices incl. VAT

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An affordable starting point

An alto saxophone is considered especially good for beginners if it offers a high level of sound dynamics and if it rests comfortably in your hands. The Thomann TAS-180 Black alto saxophone fulfils these criteria and is currently one of the most affordable Eb saxophones on the market. This saxophone makes a convincing case thanks to its balanced intonation in all registers and a very good response. Together with the black lacquered finish of the body and the gold lacquered keys, the metal resonators attached to their leather pads ensure a voluminous and powerful sound. The scope of delivery includes a gig bag with backpack straps, a two-reed mouthpiece, and a strap. This bundle also includes an instrument stand, a carrying bag, the necessary cleaning and care utensils, and other useful accessories.

What does Eb Alto mean?

The Eb alto saxophone is part of the saxophone family, the other main members of which are the soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, and baritone saxophone. The term "alto" stands for the vocal range. The Eb alto saxophone is a transposing instrument, which means that a C played on this saxophone corresponds to an Eb on the piano or the guitar. The C played on an Eb alto saxophone therefore always sounds a major sixth lower. This is why notes for instruments in C tuning are not compatible with Eb alto saxophones (separate notation is available, however).

This is what a good start is all about

An appropriate saxophone for beginners and advanced players should be built in such a way that it enables well-intonated and dynamic playing in all registers and, on top of that, it should be durable. The intonation possibilities shouldn’t be too extensive, but they should not be too limited either. The mechanism has to be smooth, and the valves should be easy to operate. The Thomann TAS-180 Black alto saxophone fulfils all of these requirements and therefore represents a good starting point. Whether you are a beginner or coming to the Eb alto saxophone from another instrument, the TAS-180 Black will be an excellent choice thanks to its price-performance ratio. Since this saxophone exhibits a wide dynamic sonic spectrum and also has a warm and voluminous sound, it is particularly interesting for young Rock and Pop sax players.

About Thomann wind instruments

Thomann-brand instruments, which are exclusively built by renowned manufacturers, now constitute a large part of Thomann’s product range alongside numerous big-name brands. With unbeatable price-performance ratios, Thomann wind instruments are the obvious first choice for students and beginners – and others too. The technical features and uncompromising sound quality they offer are usually reserved for much more expensive instruments found in the professional market segment.

From beginner's model to open-air instrument

Until fairly recently, it was still hard to find a beginner’s alto sax that was both good AND affordable – but those days are thankfully over, as Thomann now offers a good solution with the TAS-180 Black saxophone. With the TAS-180 Black, you get a solid alto saxophone that can be used in many fields. It is suitable for learning the instrument and can also be used as a second instrument during bad weather at open-air events. The desired ideal sound can be achieved by using a suitable mouthpiece for the respective musical style. This saxophone makes a convincing case in many modern styles from Pop to Jazz, and it is therefore suitable for wind ensembles as well as for soloists. And with the accessories included in the bundle, you are perfectly equipped from the start.

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