Detail 01
Alto, pitched in Eb
The standard school and jazz-section horn. Written C sounds Eb, so band parts are written for it.
Product detailSKU #1296839767204
P. MauriatPMXA-67R Series Professional Alto Saxophone Dark Lacquer
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Professional alto sax in dark lacquer. For serious students, college players and giggers upgrading from an intermediate instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Advancing players outgrowing a student alto
- College auditions and jazz band lead alto chairs
- Doublers who want a reliable primary alto
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Complete beginners — rent or buy used first
- Players chasing a bright, edgy contemporary tone
- Anyone who wants the deeper, heavier tenor voice
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Dark lacquer finish
Warmer and rounder than a bright finish. Blends into a section more easily than it cuts over one.
Detail 03
Professional build level
Even response low to high, stable intonation, and keywork that stays regulated longer between adjustments.
Detail 04
Alto size and weight
Lighter and more compact than tenor. Easier for smaller players and for long rehearsals.
Detail 05
$4,279 price tier
Solidly pro. This is a buy-once horn rather than a step you replace in three years.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan on a separate pro mouthpiece — stock setups rarely match a pro horn
- 02Get a full setup and leak check from a tech before playing
- 03Alto reeds, cases and stands do not interchange with tenor
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Alto or tenor for a first serious horn?
Alto is lighter, cheaper to feed, and is the standard school and audition horn. Tenor takes more air and more money in accessories.
02Will this work for classical and jazz?
Yes. The horn handles both; the mouthpiece decides the character. Keep a classical piece and a jazz piece and swap them.
03Does dark lacquer wear off?
Lacquer wears at contact points over years of playing. It affects looks far more than sound, and does not need fixing.
04How often does it need servicing?
A yearly checkup for pads, corks and key regulation. Fix small leaks early — they cost far less than a full repad.
