{"product_id":"odyssey-premiere-bb-tenor-saxophone-outfit","title":"Odyssey Premiere 'Bb' Tenor Saxophone Outfit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eenor saxophones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ea bigger, more booming or huskier tone than altos and, as such, have become the main voice of blues, rock \u0026amp; roll, swing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eand commercial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e  music.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTenor saxophones\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e  also\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e take more airflow but with the right reed and mouthpiece they shouldn’t really be significantly harder work for an enthusiastic beginner. With its rich, smoky tone and warmth, for many people the tenor is the definitive sax sound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThe tenor and the alto are the two most commonly used saxophones. The tenor is pitched in the  \u003c\/span\u003ekey of Bb \u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e (while the alto is pitched in the key of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eEb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e), and written as a transposing instrument in the treble clef, sounding an octave and a major second lower than the written pitch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAll models in the Odyssey range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehigh quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e brass band and orchestral instruments have been meticulously designed down to the finest details by Peter Pollard. It’s hardly surprising that, with over 50 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eyears experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and having listened to the ‘wants’ of countless \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehigh profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e musicians, this master craftsman is one of the most sought after custom brass and woodwind builders in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":40}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAt Odyssey, we recognise the significant contribution that an instrument makes to the willingness of a student to persevere, practice, pursue the process of learning to control and master the instrument, enjoy making music and progress . With th\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eis in mind, a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ell of our Saxophone family have been tested in France, at BG, and fitted with the best BG \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eLigatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e possible for each instrument. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWith a luscious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003epolished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e brass \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003elacquered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebody, offset with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eclear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e lacquered parts, the aesthetics of the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e 'Bb' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTenor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e Saxophone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e from the Odyssey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePremiere \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSeries speak for themselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eA real eye catcher without doubt, but it’s also the performance to cost ratio that make this beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTenor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e a winner. Players from students to seriously professional musicians have commented on the excellent response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, and it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehas been designed to provide comfort and security when performing in the high register, while maintaining a beautiful warm sound in any range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e. - w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003esuperb \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eintonation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAs with all Odyssey instruments only the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e quality materials\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003echosen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e in the construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eStrong \u0026amp; Durable Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis instrument has been designed with affordability, durability and comfort in mind. The  body is fully braced  for strength helping it stand up to the demands of regular play and transport to and from lessons. The  adjustable thumb rest, bell joint, neck and stack adjusting screws can be used to make the set-up more comfortable. The saxophone's brass body is finished with a protective lacquer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSmooth Response \u0026amp; Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBlue steel springs provide a  robust and durable  action and give a brightness and snap to the instrument's sound whilst domed reflectors aid projection. This Sax has a light, free blowing response that will reward new players with excellent intonation and a stability and evenness throughout the registers. Precision drawn tone holes allow maximum air passage through the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003einstrument.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThese features make it easy for students to start seeing results fast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a company producing some of the world’s finest brasswindinstruments, Odyssey recognise the fact that protection whilst travelling with a delicate instrument is paramount. To ensure players can maintain a high standard with this instrument, Odyssey has included gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease and neck sling. A plush lined, Zero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam, canvas covered case with shoulder straps takes all the worry out of commuting with such a delicate instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Mouthpiece and cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e BG - LDT1 Duo Metal Ligature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Quality Italian pads and springs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Brass body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Lacquer finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam, plush lined, canvas covered case with shoulder straps \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e Accessories: Gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease, neck sling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaking proper care of your instrument will also help you produce the best sound quality possible, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recommend Odyssey and Ultra-Pure brand accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOdyssey Brasswind is designed and created by UK Master Craftsman \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jhs.co.uk\/pages\/peter-pollard-odyssey-brasswind-designer\" title=\"Peter Pollard - Odyssey Brasswind designer\"\u003ePeter Pollard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the UK Odyssey design team.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Odyssey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50460312699198,"sku":"OTS800","price":1703.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1396\/9982\/files\/OTS800_2_4877c1c8-ccd0-4656-b3b8-7db74d13a2b9.jpg?v=1727664091","url":"https:\/\/themusiciansclub.net\/en-ca\/products\/odyssey-premiere-bb-tenor-saxophone-outfit","provider":"The Musicians Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}