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Unlacquered
No protective coating. The brass oxidizes and darkens from day one, and handling leaves permanent marks and fingerprints.
Product detailSKU #1296839767214
P. MauriatPMXT-66R Series Professional Tenor Saxophone Unlacquered
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A pro Bb tenor sax left unlacquered, so the bare brass ages and patinas with use. For players who want a raw, unfinished horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging tenor players chasing a vintage-style voice
- Rock, blues, and soul horn sections
- Players who want a horn that visibly ages with them
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants a horn to stay looking new
- Beginners — the price and upkeep don't pay off yet
- Players who need the polish of a lacquered stage horn
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.
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Tenor sax
Pitched in Bb, a fourth below alto. Bigger bore and more air required, with a heavier, throatier voice.
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PMXT-66R series
P. Mauriat's pro tenor line. Priced above the System 76 tenor, so expect a different build spec and voicing.
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$5,799 price
Top of this brand's tenor range and the most expensive of the three. Full pro build, hand-finished keywork.
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Bare brass finish
Many players report an unlacquered horn feels more open and resonant. The visual aging is the more predictable difference.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Patina is permanent — polishing it off means constant upkeep or refinishing
- 02Wipe the body down after playing; skin oils etch bare brass
- 03Budget for a pro mouthpiece; the horn alone won't get the sound
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will the unlacquered brass tarnish?
Yes, that's the point. It darkens unevenly from handling and air exposure, going from raw yellow brass toward brown and green over months of playing.
02Does unlacquered actually sound different?
Players commonly describe unlacquered horns as more open and resonant, since there's no coating on the brass. It's a subtler difference than mouthpiece, reed, or neck choice.
03Can I have it lacquered later?
A repair shop can lacquer a horn, but it means stripping, disassembly, and a full repad. It's a major job, not a touch-up.
04How is this different from the System 76 tenor?
Different pro series and about $520 more. The most visible difference is finish — this one ships with no lacquer at all.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
