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5-year warranty & 60-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 60 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
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 | 60 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.
10-year warranty & 60-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 60 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
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 | 60 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.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 60 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
