How much is an alto saxophone case?

SKB Alto Sax Rectangular Case

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What are saxophone cases made of?

Sax cases come in a range of materials, depending on the level of protection required and the budget. The most common of these are nylon (durable & light), plastic (cheaper), fiberglass (lightweight but protective), metal (durable but heavy) or even carbon fiber.

How big is an alto sax case?

24″ length x 8″ height x 4.5″ depth for the alto. 31″ length x 11″height x 6″ depth for the tenor.

What does a baritone saxophone look like?

Description. The baritone saxophone, like other saxophones, is a conical tube of thin brass. It has a wider end, flared to form a bell, and a smaller end connected to a mouthpiece. The baritone saxophone uses a single reed mouthpiece like that of a clarinet.

How heavy is an alto sax with case?

As mentioned above, the alto sax weighs on average 4 lb 5 oz (2.2 kg). This is equivalent to a bag of sugar or two-liter of soda. A hardshell case weighs around 6 lb 9 oz, depending on the type and brand. This brings the total weight with the case up to 10 lb 14 oz (4.9 kg).

How heavy is a bari sax case?

A bari hardshell case weighs 15 lb 5 oz on average.

How heavy is a saxophone case?

Product information

Item Weight 4.4 pounds
Color Name Black
Material Type Fiberglass
Musical Style Blue
Size Alto Saxophone Case

How heavy is a saxophone?

Average Saxophone Weights By Type

Saxophone Type Weight (kg) Weight (lb oz)
Alto 2.19 kg 4 lb 5 oz
Soprano 1.01 kg 2 lb 2 oz
C Soprano 0.94 kg 2 lb 1 oz
All 2.40 kg 5 lb 2 oz

Is Bari Sax easy?

They are the easiest. The soprano and baritone saxophones have a few more issues that a beginner will face. Although the soprano is smaller than the others, it is very difficult to play in tune.

What is the lowest note A bari sax can play?

Baritone saxophones are transposing instruments. Like the alto saxophone, they are E-flat instruments so sound a minor 3rd or a major 6th different from concert pitched instruments. Most modern baritone saxophones have the addition of the ‘low A’ whereas others can play a B-flat as their lowest note.

How heavy is a Barry saxophone?

Product information

Item Weight 44.2 pounds
Item model number YBS-62
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How much does a bari sax way?

Average Saxophone Weights By Type

Saxophone Type Weight (kg) Weight (lb oz)
Baritone 5.10 kg 11 lb 2 oz
Tenor 2.98 kg 6 lb 4 oz
C Melody 2.21 kg 4 lb 5 oz
Alto 2.19 kg 4 lb 5 oz