Trevor James Signature Custom Alto Saxophone, RAW XS

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.

UK & Europe	EU Standard	Gear4music Standard	Gear4music Optional
Return Period	14 days	30 days	up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded?	Yes	Yes	Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded?	Standard costs only	Standard costs only	Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation	No	No	Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 30 days

We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.

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Key Features

Handmade in England by skilled artisans
Hand-finished crook provides broad, full timbre
Ergonomic keywork and responsive action
Unlacquered body with hand-brushed finish for extra uniqueness

Trevor James Signature Custom Alto Saxophone, RAW XS Overview

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The Trevor James Signature Custom Alto Saxophone RAW XS is a top-of-the-line instrument that will impress serious saxophone players. With a professionally designed and hand-finished crook, this instrument has a full sound with a broad range of timbres available to you. With its expertly crafted ergonomic keywork, blue needle springs, and elegant Mother of Pearl touchpieces, this saxophone provides a comfortable playing experience with excellently responsive keys.

Designed with input from saxophonists worldwide who were seeking an authentic vintage sound, the Signature Custom RAW is finished in its raw brass state, unlacquered and dip-cleaned for a unique aged aesthetic. This XS model has been further treated with careful hand buffing, giving this instrument an even more vintage appearance.

Product Ref: 98520

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Please note: all unlacquered Trevor James Signature Custom saxophones leave the factory with a highly polished finish that is visually similar to that of a standard lacquered instrument. Over time, the body of the saxophone will develop an aged look, which will eventually show the raw brass of the horn. This completely natural process starts as soon as the saxophone leaves the factory and makes contact with air, which may explain why your saxophone has small signs of ageing on it when you receive it. If you are looking for a shiny, polished instrument, then we do not advise that you purchase an unlacquered instrument. However, if you're looking to achieve that genuinely vintage and superb finish (similar to the instruments used by Snake Davis'), then we highly recommend unlacquered instruments.

Hand made in England

The Signature Custom Saxophone, meticulously crafted in England, showcases the country's distinguished heritage of producing high-end musical instruments. Skilful technicians at the TJ Lenham pro-sax workshop hand-finish each saxophone, ensuring a level of precision and attention to detail that elevates the sound and performance of the instrument. The hand-crafted quality of this saxophone means that every tone hole, every bit of keywork, and every touchpiece is carefully refined to produce an exceptional sound.

Ergonomic and responsive

This instrument is designed with a focus on ergonomics, ensuring a comfortable and effortless playing experience. Some key features that contribute to its ergonomic design are the blue steel springs and leather pads. The springs provide a smooth and consistent key action, allowing for better control and a faster response. The leather pads ensure optimal sealing and resistance to wear, improving sound quality and projection. Together, these features deliver an unparalleled playing experience that prioritises comfort and ease of use.

Another great enhancement of playability is the high-quality regulation buffers. These buffers help maintain consistent key heights and provide a balanced, even feel across the entire range of the instrument. The regulation buffers are beneficial in reducing mechanical noise and enhancing key stability, resulting in a more seamless and enjoyable playing experience. Double-armed keys also offer improved stability and durability, reducing the likelihood of them bending or becoming misaligned.

Authentically vintage timbre and appearance

Trevor James offers the Signature Custom in a RAW unlacquered version for a vintage aesthetic. Its unlacquered finish not only contributes to its visual appeal but also has a positive impact on the sound quality. The absence of lacquer allows the natural resonance of the brass to come through, resulting in a warmer, more authentic tone reminiscent of vintage saxophones.

This unadulterated sound quality, combined with the instrument's visual appeal, creates an irresistible allure for musicians who value both form and function. The RAW XS model takes the vintage aesthetic a step further with its meticulous hand-buffing process. By carefully buffing the instrument's surface, the skilled artisans at the TJ Lenham pro-sax workshop create a unique finish that enhances the saxophone's raw, aged appearance.