The New BetterSax Bari Changes Everything

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Why is the sax world buzzing about this new affordable bari sax? People kept asking us to make a lower-cost horn that sounds and feels pro, and we did it.

In this post, we’ll walk through what makes the new BetterSax Classic Bari such a game-changer. From sound to build quality, ergonomics to intonation, and everything in between, this baritone saxophone delivers high-end performance at an unbeatable value.

Sound – Burnin’ Mouthpiece and Classic Mouthpiece

If an instrument can’t produce a great sound, you don’t want it. I’m in love with the sound of this horn playing on the pro-level BetterSax Burnin’ mouthpiece.

Then, you might ask, what does it sound like with the mouthpiece it comes with? Great question. The BetterSax Classic Bari mouthpiece that comes with each horn is very versatile and can work in concert band, jazz band, marching band, whatever you need.

Ergonomics

But just because a saxophone sounds great doesn’t mean it feels good to play. Ergonomics are nearly as important as sound. When choosing an instrument, we want a horn that’s easy to play and feels comfortable in our hands.

That’s why we made the keywork on the Classic Bari compact, so when you’re playing, it feels more like an alto, just a really big one. You can really fly around the keys on this, making it easy and fun to play.

Intonation

None of that matters, though, if you’re out of tune. While all saxophones have their inherent imperfections, we want an instrument that is easy to play in tune at all volume levels and across the full range. The Classic Bari has excellent intonation and a consistent tone quality throughout. This way, you can focus your energy on making music.

Key Action

There’s one thing about most new saxophones that always annoys me, heavy key action. Just about every new saxophone comes set up with a really heavy key action. If you want to develop fast, smooth technique, you don’t want to have to press the keys down really hard. Our Classic line of saxophones come set up with a lighter key action, which makes them feel so much easier to play and immediately helps with finger position, rhythm, and accuracy.

Aesthetics

Let’s face it, what your saxophone looks like matters. We know that saxophone players overwhelmingly prefer a darker lacquer, and everyone seems to really love the cognac color of the BetterSax Classic line of horns. The bell on the Classic Bari features extensive beautiful hand engraving, definitely not what you’d expect from a so-called entry-level instrument.

Case

Once you’ve got such a great-looking and great-playing saxophone, it’s very important to protect it with a good case, especially when it’s a baritone.

We designed an awesome case that protects extremely well while also making it easier to get around with your horn. It has wheels (a total game changer), lots of handles and storage space, and even backpack straps. It’s never been easier to get to rehearsal or your gig with your Bari Sax.

Additional Features

Since this is an entry-level horn, you probably expect that some corners had to be cut to keep the price low, but you’d be wrong. It’s really important for us to overdeliver on our gear. So even though this is an entry-level model, it includes:

• Blue steel springs
• Low A and high F# keys
• Pisoni pads with domed metal resonators
• Ergonomic front F key
• Adjustable thumb rest
• Post-to-body construction for a lighter-weight horn that is free-blowing and resonant

And one of the features we’re most proud of has nothing to do with the saxophone itself, it’s all about where you can buy them.

Exclusive Dealers

The BetterSax Classic line of saxophones is available exclusively from our handpicked dealers.

Customer service is extremely important to us, and that’s why we work with the best in the business. Our dealers all do an amazing job making sure our horns are in top condition when you get them. That includes:

• Sweetwater in the US (also fulfills Amazon orders)
• Sax.co.uk in the UK
• Twigg Music in Canada
• Thomann for Europe and everywhere else

Click here to find your dealer and see pricing in your local currency.

Value

Making great saxophones affordable has been our mission from the beginning. We aim to deliver maximum value for the price while keeping quality standards high.

The Classic Bari isn’t the cheapest baritone saxophone out there, because real quality comes at a cost. But what we can say with total confidence is that this is the best deal you can get on a new baritone saxophone today.

In fact, I’ve been using this exact horn on all my professional Bari Sax gigs, and it does an incredible job. This could easily be the only baritone saxophone I ever need.

Once you’ve got your horn, you’re going to want some inspiration. Read this article next: Top 10 Greatest and Most Influential Baritone Saxophone Players of All Time. These are the legends you’ll want to emulate.