Detail 01
Contoured shape
Follows the horn's outline instead of boxing it, so it takes less space in a car or locker.
Product detailSKU #1274034489841
ProtecMAX Contoured Tenor Saxophone Case
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A contoured black case for tenor sax, priced at the low end. For students and gigging players who want lighter daily carry than a hard case.
Strong match
Who this is for
- School and rehearsal carry where a hard case is bulky
- Players walking or taking transit to gigs
- A second case so the original stays home
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Checked airline baggage or crush-heavy handling
- Alto, soprano or baritone players — this is tenor only
- Anyone wanting a rigid shell around a vintage 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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Case, not a soft gig bag alone
Structure around the body, with the trade-off of less protection than a full hard case.
Detail 03
Tenor-specific fit
Sized to one horn; a loose fit in an oversized case is what lets keys get bent.
Detail 04
Black exterior
Shows scuffs less than light colors, but sitting in summer sun heats the interior.
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$113.99
Entry-to-mid pricing; expect protection against knocks and weather, not against being dropped hard.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your horn before ordering — sax bodies vary between makers.
- 02No stand, strap accessories or care kit are part of this.
- 03Check your neck and mouthpiece have a home inside before gig day.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit an alto sax?
No. It's contoured for tenor. An alto would move around inside, which is how keys get bent in transit.
02Can I check it on a flight?
Not advisable. Baggage handling calls for a rigid flight case; use this for carry and ground travel.
03Is it waterproof?
Treat it as weather-resistant for a walk in light rain, not waterproof. Don't leave it out in a downpour.
04Does the mouthpiece and neck fit inside?
Verify the interior against your own neck and mouthpiece before your first trip, and pack them so nothing rests against the keys.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
