Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone Brass Matte Finish

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Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish)

The 400 Series is designed for the advanced student through the professional saxophonist. The 400 Series saxophones are meticulously hand-engraved and assembled for the highest level of quality and workmanship. With keywork up to high F# and exceptional response in the upper and lower registers, the 400 Series saxophones provide even response and intonation and an ideal combination of tonal qualities for jazz or classical performance.

Buffet Crampon saxophones incorporate classic French design combined with modern innovations to produce exceptional and affordable instruments for any level or budget.

Features:

Bb intermediate/professional tenor saxophone

French style designed by artists/educators

Brass matte (pictured) or lacquer finish

Hand engraving on key cups, bell, bow, body and neck

Pisoni pads with metal resonators

Double arms on low C, B, Bb keys for better feel and stability in low register

Reinforced spatula bracing

Ribbed construction

Mother of pearl key buttons

High F# key

Model	BC8402-4-0
Type	Tenor
Finish	other

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Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish)

4.7

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10/29/2010

4.0

Good Horn for the Money

By tenorguy

from Long Island, NY

About Me Experienced

Pros

Rich Sound
Warm Tone

Cons

Best Uses

Jazz Clubs

Comments about Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish):

Bought this horn almost a year ago because of the brass matte lacquer. That really makes the horn special. Saw the gold and didn't care for it as much. Reviews on the web complain about the sound because of the "c-melody"-like curved neck. I don't see it as a big problem, albeit I would like to get my hands on the "corrected" replacement neck. Otherwise, I like the sound and feel of this horn. It's NOT a tank like my 80 year old Martin, but it's fun to play. Just don't drop it... (and you don't have to pay [$] for it either)

7/9/2009

5.0

A really Great Horn!

By Saxbuff

from Inland Empire, Ca

Pros

In tune upper and lower
price
Sweet Tone

Cons

zero

Best Uses

Classical
Jazz
Just about anything

Comments about Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish):

I play my horn mostly in our Church Band. With different mouthpieces and reed combos, this horn can wail, or sound so sweet you'll want to look for Kleenex..:) I have owned a MK VI, and many Cannonballs, but I kept coming back to this horn. The workmanship appears to be A-1, nice engraving on the Matte finish. I can't think of anything that isn't great about this horn. The best way to try this horn is with your own mouth piece and reed set-up. Definitely don't use the in-store reeds and the standard mouth piece. Using your own set-up will let you know pretty much how the horn will sound. I use a C. Lakey *6 with Vandoren Jazz 2 reeds.
Try it. I don't think you will be disappointed. Buffet has a true winner here.

6/28/2009

5.0

A beautiful instrument...

By B P

from Allentown, PA

Pros

Clear highs
Quick fluid key action
Resonant tone
Responsive in all keys
Warm lows

Cons

none

Best Uses

Classical
Jazz
Smooth Jazz

Comments about Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish):

I bought the lacquered finished one since I'm more of a traditionalist. I've own Buffet Crampon altos, sopranos and now tenor. I find their mechanisms very fluid and comfortable. The horns provide dark, sweet tones. Beautifully crafted instrument that produces a very resonant tone in all registers.

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Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish)

Buffet 400 Series Professional Tenor Saxophone (Brass Matte Finish)

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