Good! Don't!!
I play with a well - known artist and it was understood for the previous sax player (and ergo me also I surmise) that if boarding with his sax was refused then he wouldn't fly and an alternative solution would be found.
I have to say that this just doesn't seem to be a problem any more anyway, though it almost always got a "look" or was questioned 15 years ago for a time.
I have no personal experience with this particular brand. Could be a different brand name of the same company that makes “Crossrock” cases available on Amazombie. These I do have experience with. Low end student to insanely great pro level goods. In example.
A student low end case is basic. Hinges, latches, sax fits, has handle. Can probably be power washed to remove gross lack of hygiene or last weeks bag lunch.
Pro/ upper grades. Hinges, beefy. More latches and with key locks. Handel that’s well solid. Shoulder & backpack mounts and straps included. Water proof/resistance, rain cover available. Well fit interior to RHBK. Placement for neck & mouthpiece and or cushioned bag for crook, and mouthpiece. Extremely plush solid interior. Very durable hard exterior.
On the average….. global feedback to me leans to contour style cases being identified as an instrument. A saxophone. Something of delicate nature and personal care concern. That said. Altos get the pass as a carryon for overhead compartment travel. Tenors often are taken at plane boarding door. The attendants understand needs. Care is taken.
A student low end case is basic. Hinges, latches, sax fits, has handle. Can probably be power washed to remove gross lack of hygiene or last weeks bag lunch.
😆 Well, I haven't quite seen that but imagine you've seen some nasty cases even from the adults. 😉 My Venus sop came in a budget case. 14 years ago I was using it quite regularly, budget case started looking dog eared, repaired the zipper 3 times, finally the zipper track failed. Now in a quality Protec case.
Generally yes but did find a slight exception. Bought a heavy duty Gator Andante case for my Beaugnier Vito alto. It has no locks but the beefiest wide aluminum edge rim I've seen plus ultra heavy duty latches. Rim is wide and sturdy enough to install a lock hasp and pad lock it.
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It is durable but it did not come with a lock even though latest listing says it does. Their photos show without lock. I'd verify if you need locking.
Crossrock photos merged into one.
This is a good solid case but mine did not come with a locking system. For me it was a good value because it is more compact than the LeBlanc rectangular case. Instead of backpack straps it has a single sling strap. Current price is $144 US on Amazon.
Of course, one can get an upper end Crossrock for double to triple the price that is even sturdier. My sax being a used student model (but IMO plays like an intermediate) didn't warrant spending more. However for a pro instrument costing thousands, then of course go the extra mile.
I'll have to throw in a half eaten bag of chips in my case if I ever visit you for a servicing. 😉
Just a little update. I’ve picked up the sax from the shop. Cleaning and adjustment cost €150, and the sax has turned out really well. I’m really happy with how it feels now.
I’m still just a beginner on the sax and have a lot to learn, but now I feel like the instrument is working with me rather than fighting me!
Anyway, I’d still like to try the 280 again, and have my friend try the 23 as well. Let’s see if we can come to any conclusions.
That joke seems to also apply to some Internet used sax listings I've seen, unfortunately or comically or both. I've passed up a potential buy because of that.
@Paco T , just wanted to add: Differences may be subtle. If you have different mouthpieces, try them. You may find one seems to respond a bit better with one over the other.
And, the 23 without the altissimo F# key, I've learned it is so much easier to use an alternate fingering than that key. A number of my saxes don't have it and I don't miss it.
The YTS we should be a very responsive instrument and very easy to play. Make sure that on top of correcting the preciously completed repair work, your tech also checks and corrects any issues with the fit of the neck. If it was never a good responsive instrument for you, the neck may be tone reason why. Some can have a small leak, while still feeling tight when you turn the screw.
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