Saxophone

SS521 SIGNATURE SERIES RS BERKELEY SOPRANO SAXOPHONE

The RS Berkeley Signature Series SS521 Soprano Saxophone’s consistent, full sound and even intonation throughout the entire range of the instrument makes it an ideal choice for any beginning player.

Features & Playing Characteristics

The RS Berkeley SS521 Signature Series Soprano Saxophone is a very responsive instrument with great projection. Advanced features on this saxophone include high quality leather pads with metal tone boosters which aids in improved sound projection and clarity.  The full ribbed construction on both the upper and lower posts gives the horn added durability.  The saxophone comes with two necks, one straight which produces a traditional sound and one curved, which has a more mild mellow tone. The adjustable thumb rest allows for a more comfortable hand & fingering position. Additional features include a tilting style low Bb spatula key, drawn tone holes and Blue steel springs. The saxophone comes complete with a custom leather case with metal corners, cork grease, reed, cap & ligature. The RS Berkeley SS521 Soprano Saxophone is an excellent choice for any beginning player.
 

Specifications

Level: Beginner
Key: Bb
Neck: 1 straight; 1 curved
Finish: Lacquer
Tone Holes: Drawn
Auxiliary Key: High F#
Pad Type: Leather with metal tone boosters
Springs: Blue Steel
Thumb Rest: Adjustable metal thumb rest
Mouthpiece: RS Berkeley
Additional Features: Tilting style low Bb Spatula keys; Adjustable metal thumb rest
Accessories: Includes a custom leather case with metal corners, cork grease, reed, cap & ligature


“The Pottsboro ISD band program proudly played RS Berkeley Instruments during the 2005 / 2006 school year. The instruments were played all during marching season and concert season including UIL contests, in house performances, and community performances. We were impressed with the instruments intonation and quality. We were looking for durability and these instruments proved to be of high quality both in craftsmanship and sound. Compared to other brands, RS Berkeley Instruments are a great choice for School band programs, especially when pricing and quality are the expectation. The Silver trumpets, Saxophones, French horns and Tubas have worked amazingly, both on the marching field and in the concert band. We thank RS Berkeley for being an integral part of Pottsboro ISD's band program's success this year.”

-- Douglas Morris Pottsboro ISD Director of Bands