Night Silver Alto Saxophone

Sale price£739.00Regular price£1,399.00Save £660
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  • Eb alto: black nickel, silver-tone keys
  • Waterproof leather pads, high F# key
  • 30-day returns and a 3-year warranty

In stock Free delivery by Thu 12 Nov

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Description

Black nickel, silver keys, and ten reeds in the box.

Dark, glossy black nickel against bright silver keys. It's a striking alto, and it comes as a complete starter set: case, ten reeds, strap, gloves, cleaning cloths and brush, so you can start practising as soon as it arrives.

Why you'll love it

  • Black nickel and silver. Black nickel plating over a brass body, with silver-tone keys.
  • Comfortable keys. Faux mother-of-pearl key touches on an ergonomic key layout.
  • Polished brass neck. The inside of the curved neck is sanded and polished for a smooth airflow.
  • Waterproof leather pads and a high F# key. The pads and key set listed by the maker.
  • Ten reeds included. Spares for your first weeks, so a split reed never stops a session.

Good to know

  • The maker doesn't state the strength of the reeds. New to the saxophone? Softer reeds (strength 1.5 or 2) make your first notes much easier than the harder reeds many kits come with.
  • Before you play, check under the keys for any small cork or foam wedges. They protect the pads in transit and must come out, or some notes won't sound.

Specifications

Instrument Alto saxophone
Key Eb
High F# key Yes
Body Brass
Finish Black nickel plating
Keys Silver-tone, faux mother-of-pearl touches
Mouthpiece Bakelite
Pads Waterproof leather
Package size 61.5 x 26 x 14 cm
Model WSS949 / WSS948
Delivery, returns and 3-year warranty

Free UK delivery to your door on every order, with your estimated delivery date shown above.

30 days to change your mind. Play it at home. If it isn't for you, send it back within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.

3-year warranty. If a fault appears with normal use, we repair it, replace it or refund you, and we pay the return postage.

Everything is set out in our returns and warranty policy.

Is it right for a beginner?

Yes, if you are starting or starting again. Everything that comes with it is listed on this page, so there is nothing to hunt down before your first session. Start on a soft reed (strength 1.5 or 2), and our free guide, Your first 10 minutes, takes you from opening the case to your first note.

Grown-ups starting (again) who want everything in one order, and returning players who fancy a black and silver alto. If you're preparing for exams, show your teacher the specifications below first.

Night Silver Alto Saxophone

In the box

What comes with your Night Silver Alto

6 accessories, worth £179.94, included in the price.

  • Carry case
  • 10 reeds
  • Neck strap
  • 2 gloves
  • 3 cleaning cloths
  • Cleaning brush

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Made to be played, not kept in a cupboard

Made to be played, not kept in a cupboard

The first week decides whether a saxophone gets played. Our free guide takes you from opening the case to your first note in about ten minutes, with the small things that make it easy, like starting on a soft reed.

Stuck on something? Write to us and a real person replies within 24 hours, before or after you order.

Real brass, built to be played

Real brass, built to be played

Every acoustic Airvana saxophone has a brass body, the metal behind a warm, full sound, with hand engraving on selected models.

And we stand behind it for 3 years: if a fault appears with normal use, we repair it, replace it or refund you. You also have 30 days to change your mind.

Questions before you buy

Do I need anything else to play?

Everything that comes with it is listed on this page, item by item. If reeds aren't in the list, add a few soft ones (strength 1.5 or 2) to your order.

Can I send it back?

Yes. You have 30 days from delivery to change your mind and return it for a full refund. Our returns policy explains how.

What does the warranty cover?

3 years from delivery against faults in materials and workmanship. If something goes wrong with normal use, we repair it, replace it or refund you. Normal wear (reeds, pads and corks) and accidental damage are not covered.

When will it arrive?

Delivery to the UK is free, and your estimated delivery date is shown just above the Add to basket button.

Which reed should I start with?

A soft one: strength 1.5 or 2. Hard reeds are the main reason beginners think they can't play.

Will the neighbours hear me?

An acoustic saxophone is loud, so practise at sensible hours. For late evenings, our electric saxophones play silently through headphones.