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Bb Bass Saxophone The Wilmington
$ 3864.96
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Description
Traditionally, the Bass saxophone’s uniquely large size came with cumbersome ergonomics and well known intonation and response issues. The secret to why the Wilmington Bass plays so well is in the set-up!We’ve done SO much work and research on bass saxophones at the Sax ProShop that we know all the in’s and out’s, which is why we were so particular when choosing the factory that would make it for us. We start with a really solid instrument and when it arrives at the MusicMedic Sax ProShop, that’s where the magic happens.
Set-up is key on such a large instrument in order to bring the player closer to the instrument. A straight-from-the-factory or even a poorly set-up bass could result in the player struggling for years with a problem that could be removed mechanically rather than by their own practice. This is why we spend a significant amount of time on each instrument to set up the key heights, the pad heights, timing, perform our tuning and toning process, and reduce key noise by adding synthetic materials such as ultra suede, tech cork, and teflon to the mechanism as needed for a quiet and smooth action.
The result of our work is a Wilmington Bass Saxophone that feels great and very solid, with keywork that lays well under the hands almost like a baritone. The tone is even throughout, the intonation is remarkably good, and it responds well in all registers. It is highly adjustable and repairable, for all of the bumps and bangs an instrument of such a size inevitably endures.
If you are looking for a bass saxophone consider finding MusicMedic on the internet and looking at the bass there, the price will be lower and you can speak with one of us directly about the instrument, modifications, shipping options, returns, and where you can play test this instrument. There are also additional features on the site that are not listed here.
Features:
*Keyed Low Bb to High F#
*Adjustable bell key bumpers
*Triple Strap Ring
*Adjustable Thumb Rest
*Substantial floor peg
*Comes with hard rubber mouthpiece, ligature, cap, and reed
*Rolling zipper case with a good size storage compartment and plenty of padding
*The Wilmington Logo is engraved in-house, with extra engraving available as an upgrade. Contact us at MusicMedic for an engraving quote.