Why only one octave?
Because it should be easy to learn and play. Mini Sax fingering is actually easier than the fingering of a recorder, played in elementary schools. However, you can go beyond one octave by using tone bending and overtone techniques. You can learn more about these techniques by watching our tutorials.
Can I play any music on the Mini Sax
Yes, you just might need to move notes an octave up/down in order to match the one octave (plus overtone) range.
Do regular music scores need to be transposed in order to use them with the mini sax?
All wind instruments (wood and brass) are "transposing" instruments except if they are made in C which is very rare. Tenor saxophones are in Bb, alto in Eb, clarinets in Bb, trumpets, trombones, flutes are in Bb, F, G etc. Our Mini Sax is in Bb.
You can use and play any standard notation (sheet music, partiture, scores) as written, only it will be sounding one whole tone lower than concert pitch is. For example, your Bb will sound as Ab on standard piano which isn't a transposing instrument.
How loud is the mini sax?
The highest decibel count you can achieve with the stainless steel mini sax is 106db. Average is around 93db. This is quite a bit quieter than a regular tenor saxophone.
Do you ship to my country?
Yes, we ship internationally, to any country.
What are the shipping costs/times?
United States
Priority: $12, about 3 day delivery via USPS
Canada
Standard: $25, about 10 business day delivery via USPS
Express: $67, about 6-10 business day delivery via USPS
International*
Standard: $32, about 10 business day delivery via USPS
Priority: $59, about 6-10 business day delivery via USPS
Priority Express: $69, about 3-5 business day delivery via USPS
*Most countries impose some import fees on international orders
Processing time
Each Mini Sax is hand made and that takes time. Our typical processing time prior to shipping is 5-7 business days.
Can I return it?
Yes, you can return your mini sax within 14 days of receipt for a full refund minus shipping, provided the instrument comes back in the same condition it was sent out. Alternatively you will be eligible for a partial refund.