Detail 01
Unlacquered brass
No lacquer film damping the body. Slightly more open and immediate response, and the finish will tarnish and patina.
Product detailSKU #1296839767199
P. MauriatPMXA-67R Series Professional Alto Saxophone Unlacquered
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Unlacquered professional alto sax from P. Mauriat's PMXA-67R line. For advancing players and working pros ready to commit at the top tier.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players moving from an intermediate horn to a career instrument
- Jazz and section work where a darker, less compressed voice helps
- Anyone who wants the horn to change with age and wear
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-time saxophone students — this is far more horn than needed
- Players who want a horn that stays cosmetically pristine
- Tight budgets; intermediate alto models cover the same range for less
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
Alto, so pitched in E-flat
Reads a written C as concert E-flat. Standard for concert band, jazz ensemble and most method books.
Detail 03
Professional-tier build
Tighter keywork tolerances and better ergonomics than student horns. Less finger effort over a long rehearsal.
Detail 04
PMXA-67R body
P. Mauriat's flagship alto platform. The unlacquered and cognac versions share the same body; the finish is the variable.
Detail 05
$4,699 price tier
Sits above the intermediate Le Bravo. You are paying for the pro body and the raw finish, not extra features.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Unlacquered brass tarnishes. That is normal and not a defect or warranty issue.
- 02Budget for a mouthpiece, reeds, ligature and neck strap separately.
- 03Have a tech play-test and adjust the horn before you commit at this price.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does unlacquered actually sound different from lacquered?
There is no lacquer layer on the body, and many players describe unlacquered horns as slightly more open. The difference is subtle next to mouthpiece and reed choice.
02Why is this more expensive than the cognac lacquer version?
Same PMXA-67R professional platform, different finish. The unlacquered version carries a higher price in this line at $4,699 versus $4,379.
03Will the tarnish hurt the horn?
No. Unlacquered brass darkens with handling and air exposure. It is a cosmetic change, not corrosion damage to the instrument.
04Is this too much horn for a high school player?
For a serious student heading toward auditions or a music program, it works. For a beginner still learning embouchure, the intermediate Le Bravo makes more sense.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
