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(August 14,2007)

July 20, 2007

Hi Gary,

Well, I’ve been gigging and working that GS Copper Alto I got for an embarrassing price on the “Snooze You Loose” promotion.  Being extremely pleased with previous purchases of your Bari Sax and Flute, I couldn’t resist.  This time your Copper sax went up against my Selmer Mark IV (SN# 76538)  That I’ve played the last 28 years.

First impression out of the box:  I was impressed with the solid expensive feel of the copper sax.  It IS gorgeous – but that was no surprise, because your Bari and Flute were masterpieces as well.  Using the stock(?) mouthpiece you bundled, I played the horn.  A clear, centered full tone came out with VERY little effort or resistance.  The altisomo was particularly easy! 

Since then I’ve gigged with approving nods from my fellow musicians.  They like the look and sound!  The horn is sweet, in tune from top to bottom, and plays like a dream with superb sound out of the box.  I have a GS I copper mouthpiece as well.  I am VERY impressed with your pro kit with the sax and especially the mouthpiece you bundled with your sax.  In fact, I’d like to get another one!  May we make arrangements?

I compared it to the Mark VI.   With the same mouthpiece and reed, the Mark VI played more resistance, keyboard very similar with a variation on the Mid-register F# and bis key.  These variations didn’t prevent me from switching back and forth with ease.  The Altisimo comes EASIER on the sugal copper.  The copper Sugal has a tone VERY compatible to the Mark VI.  I think it cuts slightly more.  I will be using the SUGAL often in preference to my Selmer Mark VI when LOOKS count, I want the tone to cut through more, where altisomo is in demand, and when I need to whisper or play quieter as in acoustic combo work, or pitt orchestral work. 

THANKS AGAIN for a beautifully crafted instrument at a price I couldn’t refuse! 

- I’m becoming a Sugal Junkie! - Roy

June 26 07

Gary,   (Sept 30, 2006)
I stopped by the music store today and bought a mouthpiece for my Gary Sugal Tenor Series IV today. I didn't have a tenor mouthpiece because I am an alto player.

When I played your horn, I didn't stop until my bottom lip started to bleed. This thing is incredible. I bought this horn because I am a military man (therefore, not rich) and expected to get a student type horn due to the price.

 I apologize unreservedly for even thinking that. The intonation is unheard of for a sax of this price. I wish I could scream to the whole music world what you have here. I am going to let everyone hear and play this horn.

 Gary, I can't thank you enough for this incredible deal. I beg you, don't stop making these horns. I feel sorry for the companies that charge twice as much as you do, because they are going to feel the sting as soon as your horns gain popularity. Again, thank you for making a professional horn and selling it for a student horn price!! God bless you!!!  Lincoln C

I'm finally getting around to dropping you a line about the great setup I got from you earlier this year.

GARY  (Feb 2006)

All I Can SAY -IT's  SUPERB (FLUTE) !  a GREAT  Bargain -Worth 10x the price-Better superior to most popular brands- truly outstanding -this is another --A++++ for you!! Carl

January,2006

Gary,   Many thanks for this wonderful soprano sax, I want you to know I really appreciate it.

Hi Gary, Roger from Florida.   (12/!5/05)

I just wanted to take the time to thank you once again for such   great products. 

Both the Copper Tenor and Alto are awesome, even though I'm a bit under the weather, so I didn't push it too hard.  The feel on both horns and the action is better than I expected.  I didn't want to put either of them down. 

My next step is to get your mouthpieces.  I'll have to call you again so we can discuss what I'm looking to get as far as sound. 

I will definitely promote these horns just like I did with the soprano I got from you 2 years ago.  Thanks again and look forward to speaking with you again soon.  Roger

Gary, 10/2005

I received the copper alto you sent me yesterday.

It's awesome. I love the tone i get on it.

I love the way the keys are layed out, too. I dont think I'll be sending it back for the antique horn like I thought before.

I would like to get a Super Classic II mouthpiece (cut out of copper) sometime soon. I've heard they are really good. I'm also thinking about getting a tenor from you  sometime in the very near future

Thanks so much, Annalis

Hi ! (Sept 05-ALTO)

My name is Tommy Terran (Breggia). I am presently a performing musician in the New England area.  I am also an arranger and previously a music educator and composer/arranger instructor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston

Recently, I was introduced to Gary Sugal Signature Series Custom Made Saxophone Mouthpieces and Saxophones. After a short series of conversations with Gary, he asked me if I would try out one of his new "Copper Saxophones -Series III" 

In the past of course I have played alto and tenor saxophone in both big band and small group musical settings, To be perfectly honest with you I was amazed at the total "qualitative resonance" and relative intonation in the entire range of the horn -from the lowest note to the highest.  I was equally impressed with the different types of resonance projection I could obtain by changing different mouthpieces... In my case, I have used a Beechler #6 for many years which satisfied my overall need till now.

Another very pleasant surprise of the horn I tested (alto) was the" Ease of Fingering" which  closely approximates that of highly priced "S" saxophones.

In closing, I have found playing one of the new "Copper Series III" saxophones to be a most exhilarating musical experience, and I highly recommend and endorse this series as a professional instrument.  I sincerely hope anyone reading this testimonial will seriously consider purchasing this great horn. 

I am also of course now very seriously considering investing in one of Gary Sugal's custom made (copper) Super Classic Alto mouthpieces to compliment the copper alto I recently decided  purchase.!

                                                                     Cordially, Tommy Terran.......

August 2005

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AN AMAZING SAX... THAT'S AN OVER NIGHT SENSATION! THIS COPPER TENOR IS IT!  planisla

Gary,

This is a jewel of sax  and your a jewel of seller. Thank you.  Mr. Sugal.Gracias!!... 10. Alfonso

Gary

(June 8th 2005)

I received the Series IV last night for my 40th birthday.  I opened it with my two kids and wife watching.  We were all impressed with the overall look of the case and horn. 

I was really impressed with the feel. I have been playing sax for 30 years and have owned lots of saxes in my life including a Selmer Mark VI. 

The moment I picked up the Series IV I could tell it was a quality pro horn. 

I loved the way the lower register played at low volumes and the extended range of the F# and G keys.  Usually looks of a horn are not a big priority for me.  In this case it’s a bonus that it looks so amazing. I can not imagine a better 40th birthday present.  

Eric
Arroyo Grande , CA

Gary

(May 19th,2005)

Just had to let you know I received the Sterling Silver w/ Gold Keys, Tenor Series IV this evening, and in a word, FANTASTIC! 

 I’m so happy with the instrument after only seeing and playing it an hour, I’m ready to make a deal on an Alto ASAP. 

Thank you for all of your feedback and information provided during this purchase. To me that’s what makes a long distance purchase either just ok or great, this was Great.  And I especially want to thank you for making this the easiest and best internet deal I have ever done.  Not only did it come earlier then I expected it is exactly what you said it would be, and maybe more. 

 For anyone out there like me, nervous about making a saxophone purchase over the internet, I’m here to tell you “buy it from Gary, you won’t be disappointed”.  It’s been a long time since I played a pro. horn; I forgot that feeling of excellence, tone and smooth action of a quality pro horn.  Once again, thank you very much.

Gary,                                                                                                                                   (May 2005-Sterling Silver Body & S/S KEYS)

 Wanted to drop a line about the new Sterling Silver Series IV Tenor Sax I received Friday morning.  As a reminder of my profile...I’m a 42 year old sax player who hadn’t touched a horn in about 12 years. 

       In my college days as a music major, I owned a Mark VI Alto and a Selmer Series III Tenor.  About six months ago I purchased on EBay a 30 year old Conn 16M for about $350.  That horn helped me to realize how much I missed playing, and although the horn played well enough for a beginning band student or as a great “Marching” band instrument; the horn wasn’t what I was looking for to play in my church for solo and ensemble work. 

     Within a short time I began to search the internet for a new horn...  The truth being told, if I’d had the finances, I would have spent $4,500 on a new Selmer, Keilworth, etc...  However I have three kids in a private Christian school so my budget would only allow for about $1,500 dollars for a new horn.  With that type of budget my choices were definitely narrowed...  I could use EBay and try to find another decent used horn or perhaps even a new student model Yamaha. 

Now as to how I arrived at choosing a Gary Sugal Sax... I initially saw your saxophones for sale on EBay and began to do my research...  First, I knew that you sold “high” end custom mouthpieces and were well established in that field.  I also noticed your Saxophones for sale on EBay and later I checked out your site directly. 

The price seemed to be right, but what about the quality, after all, I would be buying this sight unseen...  I began searching the various Sax Forums with the following results.  I found two schools of thought on the Gary Sugal Saxophones.  The first group had many voices that were quick to condemn your horn as a slickly promoted overseas market horn that was no better then any of the “School” approved imports you see heavily marketed on EBay. 

However, none of these critics had ever played your instrument!  The second group consisted of those who had actually bought one of your horns.  In every case, they were happy with their purchase.  They felt they had received a good deal for the money they’d invested. 

Some swore by the horn as the best they’d ever played, while some still preferred their Selmer or Keilworth or...  But all who had actually purchased your horn were pleased with their new Sax. 

Everything seemed to point to the fact that the $1,500 you were asking for your Tenor was a great value.  Finally there were two other facts that helped to influence me to buy my horn for you.  Number one, I don’t think you’re going to want to hurt your reputation for quality mouthpieces by selling a sub-par horn.  Number two was the fact that you are a successful player who will personally test and pick out the horn you send out.

Again, I’ve only owned three other tenors in my life.  A Bundy tenor that I played from sixth through tenth grade, a Selmer series III tenor (and Mark VI Alto) that I played from tenth grade through college, then no saxophones for about 12 years, next a 30 year old Conn 16M (since November) and finally my new Gary Sugal Tenor.  So  this review is NOT by an active professional player with years of different brand experience, but a decent player who has rekindled his love for the Sax.

Now to the review of my new Sterling Silver Gary Sugal Series IV Tenor..

First impression is the case.  This is an excellent quality case with recessed pockets for the mouthpiece and neck and a spare compartment large enough to hold my sax stand!  Great choice for a case.  Perhaps as a selling point you could offer your customers a choice of a hard case or gig bag?  Next up comes the shipping packaging.  Well done with Styrofoam corners that held the case firmly in the shipping box.  The sax had been rewrapped very carefully with all the usual protective corks still firmly in place.

Using my Yamaha mouthpiece, I found the tenor to be a great horn and well worth my money (with shipping and all just under $1,600).  The lower register plays well even at softer volume levels.  Middle and upper registers also play well.  The high “G” key works as advertised!  The general intonation is good.  I tested this aspect with my Chromatic Tuner and found that the horn plays close to proper pitch throughout the breadth of the scale.  With my Yamaha MPC the projection is excellent and this will make a great solo horn.  I didn’t find any “hot” notes that blew loud.  The Sterling Silver plate is beautiful and very clean, with no bare spots anywhere on the horn.  Thanks for including a polishing cloth.  The springs are solid and the horn has a good feel to it.

I currently am using a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, so a mouthpiece upgrade will definitely be in my immediate future.  The included neck strap is fine, but it wouldn’t hurt to discreetly find out the size of your clients.  With my size 18” neck I’m more comfortable with a bigger neck strap. 

My final analysis would be...  This is a great value for the money.  With only a $1,485 price tag this may be the BEST deal out there.  I don’t make the claim that a Sugal horn outplays everything else.  That would be ridiculous, plus I don’t have the experience playing other brands to make that comparison. 

 Besides, you really aren’t trying to compete with a Selmer Series 54’.  I believe your market is a low cost professional level horn.  In that respect the Sugal Sax clearly meets the goal. It is definitely a plus that you field test your horns before you send them out.  Buying a Sax from a well respected player helps when buying “sight unseen”.  The final question is this: is the horn worth the money?  In my opinion, it definitely is a good deal.  The sax is a solid professional level horn that plays great.  Plus , it comes with a very solid case.  I couldn’t be happier!  Thanks Gary for making a great horn

Sincerely,

John S.

January 2005

Happy New Year Gary,

I have just done my first gig with your new Antique sax, every bit as good as my old 1964 mk6 tenor and great projection, with a great tone 

I will give you a full report on it when I get back from Spain at the end of the month. I think you have taken up where the Selmer mk6 left off and gone the extra mile, see you soon, thanks  from Harry the Sax

January, 2005

Gary

Anyway, I just wanted to say that the horn is SWEET!  I must say I was a little concerned at first for  buying a horn without playing it, touching it --you know.  But, because of your reputation and the quality of your marvelous mouthpieces and also as after we talked on the phone I felt that this was the right thing to do.

WoW is this horn Sassy. She has a voice and personality thats Hot. It took about 4 times of playing the horn for about 45 mins. before she really started to breath and settle in. This horn has great feel --- very nice. The "ring" is there!   The horn is perfect.  

I live in Portage MI. which is a suburb of Kalamazoo.We have W.M.U. here and 3 other colleges---this is a college town.Anyway, my horn and you are getting some advertising around here. I have been doing some playing around town and I am always asked what kind of horn that I am playing.

They even ask questions about where I got my horn from  the music shop were my horn repairman works. Bottom line I really like the horn and I would like to know what I can get a soprano , and also a tenor for these days--I may just have to retire my other horns--even my Selmer Mark VI.

Anyway, I know its been a few months but, I have been wanting to send you a note for a long time.

Anyway, I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Peace my Brother

John T.

Gary, Aug 04

I received the Antique tenor sax with the high G and the horn sounds really good.

The mouth piece you sent me (SG I ) feels about right with a 8* facing. I dig the tone of the copper  a lot more than brass, as it gives everything a very warm round tone, which doesn't rob me of playing the high end with ease, so overall it's a very balanced set up.

The horn looks very solid and I like the way you set the action on the high side, I use to do the same with all my horns only even higher.

 I know it's a little easier to get a bigger sound that way, Selmer tends to set their horns up for classical players and it's a bear trying to get a jazz tone when the holes are covered.

Also nice touch with the metal resonater pads, my previous horns were always repaded with platic resonaters and they sounded like crap. I was kind of suprised  that after all these years I could still play from low Bb to high F#, but for the life of me I couldn't get the high G to speak without slapping my rubber link mouthpiece on. I guess I'll have to work on that.

Thanks for the setup.

Heath  Fort Scott, Ks

(Ryan bought the NEW Series IV Tenor -Black and Silver with the high G at our factory )

7-04 Gary -

I'm finally back home tonight, with the horn all safe and sound.

Just wanted to thank you again for spending the time with me on picking out the horn. It couldn't have been a better horn - so much better than any horn I've ever played. I just haven't been able to find a name worthy of her yet.

 I'm saving her first gig for August 28th- make sure to watch your TV- the first gig i'm using her on- I'm playing the national anthem for the Carolina Panthers / New England Patriots game, live on national TV that night around 7:30. It should either be on ABC or FOX . Hopefully it'll be great exposure for your horns, and hopefully I get some out of it too ha ha ha.

Expect me up there sometime next year- when I see you next,  I'll be picking up a bunch of stuff from you ha hah. Hopefully a KW II, that gorgeous soprano, and a good soprano mouthpiece. I really dug that horn.

I'd love to help you get the Sugal name out here in the area. If you've got brochures or something, feel free to send them. I'd love to do some big advertising on my site for you as well, so if you have a banner or anything, please send it my way as well. I'd love to help you out. Quality products are what people need.
Thanks again for everything, and be sure to watch the TV for your horn!!!!
Thanks-Ryan S
Hi Gary!  Sterling Silver Baritone 6-04
It came on Saturday!  Indeed, you packed your (now mine!) Bari with meticulous attention to detail.  The instrument is stunning in
appearance.  

Though it looks like a masterpiece, I'm even more impressed as how it plays. My wife, who teaches singing, and performs herself, has heard me
try out Yamahas, Yanis, Keilworths, and mostly Selmer Mark IV's.  She says this one (the Sugal) is the most "musical" bari she's heard me play.  That says to me your Sugal has an intangible that is difficult to capture.

This instrument does play easier than the Mark VI's I've tried, and with more expression.  I can whisper down to low A, as well as rattle the walls with it!  The setup (mouthpiece, reed, etc.), per your recommendation, fits my need beautifully.

A word about the keyboard.  As you know I've played my Selmer Mark VI Tenor since 1962.  I am VERY used to the VI's keyboard and my worry
about Switching away from a VI to another brand or era (Selmer series III) was of concern because of the style of playing I'd do - switching quickly to bari from tenor - etc. for a solo.  Well, it is easy with the Sugal!  

The variations are so small with the Sugal that switching over is easy just as you said.

Gary, everything you claim and counseled on the phone or in your ads has proved true for me, and I will no hesitate to advise other players to contact you.  Many wishes to you for much success!

THANKS SO MUCH!
-Roy

Gary,

I wanted to take a few minutes to tell you how delighted I am with the Series III silver soprano saxophone.  The quality of the instrument exceeded my expectations and I found that it was quite playable right out of the box! 

Your E-bay description was accurate and the sax arrived in very good condition.

Once I’ve gotten comfortable with the instrument, you can be sure that I’ll be contacting you for a mouthpiece.  My old Selmer C* is fine for now; it’s going to take some serious practice before I’ll be able to appreciate a better ‘piece.

Again, many thanks from a very satisfied customer.

Jim

Hi Gary,

The sax arrived right on schedule.  I have used it for 3 sessions now and I must say it sounds great and is pretty easy blowing.  I'll let the newness were off and comment later.  So far though, very nice and you have a happy customer.  Frank

Customer Received One T/Tone Bi-Color Tenor

Hello Gary,
I just want to take the time to let you know how much I appreciate the alto you sent me. I've been laid off from my day gig for several months now and have had to rely on playing and teaching private lessons for income which is hard to do in this part of the country, not much work around here. consequently I have had to sell my expensive alto and find a less expensive sax but that I can feel comfortable playing. The Gary Sugal Series III alto you sent easily plays better than some of the over priced pro horns on the market, the intonation is right on and after about 5 minutes of playing the sax I found that I wasn't missing my Selmer at all. I truly appreciate your efforts and wish you continued success with the Gary Sugal Series III saxophones.

Sincerely,
Hector

Dear Mr. Sugal,

It has been a unique pleasure doing business with you. I find you to be a passionate musician with a real understanding of the saxophone and what it takes to make one sound beautiful but over and above that a gentleman. 

The Gary Sugal Series III Black Nickel  tenor I bought from you is a joy to play. Great intonation, fine craftsmanship, and solid mechanics are only icing on the cake compared to the excellent sound. I have tested it against my  1920's Selmer Tru-Tone, and my 1996 Weril Senior. Far superior to either in all respects. To me the most notable attribute is how this horn allows the distinct sound of a mouthpiece/reed combination to pierce thru the color that a saxophone naturally gives the vibrations produced by them. It blows easy and the volume of the notes are consistent thru the octaves and through the registers.

I am sure it will help me in the style and method of playing that I am used to. That style progresses from practice and represent feelings from the heart and soul. Thank You !      Customer Received Blk/Gld Tenor

Mike T.

Dear Mr. Sugal,

This old-timer put down his saxophone many years ago, although I continue to play the flute and clarinet.  But after enjoying an evening of  Coleman Hawkins, Benny Carter, and others of that period on new (re-mastered) issues of cuts from their “glory days,” the sax bug came back and bit me.  

By chance, I hit on your web site and was soon intrigued by both your mouthpiece designs and your line of saxophones — real beauties at prices I could manage.  You’ll recall our conversations on the phone about both, and it wasn’t long before I had bought two saxes (alto and tenor) and ordered Gary Sugal mouthpieces to go with them.  

Am I pleased?  The answer is a resounding YES!   Well, the mouthpieces are in the process of manufacturing, but the saxophones are getting lots of action out here in New Mexico!  The workmanship of the instruments is first-rate, the keying is smooth and responsive, and the sound is, well, luscious.  And I think the black finish is a total knockout!  Wish I had owned these instruments a long time ago — for sure, I would never have abandoned the sax.
 

Customer Received Our Black Nickel- Tenor, Alto, Soprano, Sopranino Saxes+ Our KW II,Super Classic+ Super Lieb mouthpieces.

Thanks for your helpful suggestions, your straight-arrow way of doing business, and the quality of your products!

“Saxsessfully” yours,

Henry F.

Corrales, NM

Dear Gary,

I have now had the pleasure of playing the Black Alto I purchased from you for a couple of weeks.  The horn has a nice solid feel to it, and the key work is tight and responsive.  Just like a contemporary Selmer. 

The intonation is rock solid, all the way up and down the horn, from altissimo to lower register; and the horn generates a very complex combination of centered, over and undertones.  Before I bought this horn from you, my main alto was a Conn "Chu Berry", that I recently had overhauled with original style Conn reso pads.  At first I thought your horn was brighter than my "Chu", but the more I play it, the more it sounds like the Chu, maybe even a bit darker, especially in the lower register, where it sounds just like a tenor.  It also plays easily in all registers. 

Hitting those low Cs, Bs and Bbs is a piece of cake.  I can whisper them out.  Altissimos are equally easy to hit.  Your horn has now become my main alto.  For the past week I've put my Mark VI tenor away and have been practicing exclusively on the GS Series III..  That's how much I like it!

So when I brought the horn to rehearsal I got a lot of comments from my band.  This is my 6th saxophone (3 altos, 2 tenors and a C Mel), and the guys think I have acquired some strange malady.  They call me a "saxaholic".  So when I started tacking the horn out of it case, there were some skeptical looks shot my way.  A lot of whistling came next, when the saw the black nickel finish, with the gold keys and engraving, but opinions were held back.  The compliments really began coming when we started playing.  They're now all saying that your horn has a better, more pleasant and complete tone than my other altos.

I'm very pleased with my purchase

Len P.  Connecticut

Dear Mr. Sugal,

It has been a unique pleasure doing business with you. I find you to be a passionate musician with a real understanding of the saxophone and what it takes to make one sound beautiful  but over and above that, a gentleman.

The Gary Sugal Series III Black Nickel tenor I bought from you is a joy to play. Great intonation, fine craftsmanship, and solid mechanics are only icing on the cake compared to the excellent sound. I have tested it against my 1920's Selmer Tru-Tone, and my 1996 Weril Senior. Far superior to either in all respects. To me the most notable attribute is how this horn allows the distinct sound of a mouthpiece/reed combinatiion to pierce thru the color that a saxophone naturally gives the vibrations produced by them. It blows easy and the volume of the notes are consistant thru the octaves and throuought the registers. Mike T.

Hi Gary;
I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am 
with my new G.S. SERIES 3 TENOR SAX. The horn is outstanding. It arrived via Federal Express in perfect shape. The boys in the band were in awe at the sound and sight of this great horn. I feel pound for pound your G.S. SERIES 3 is a better bargain vs the Yamaha.Thanks again   Papa L.

GARY 

 I wanted to let you know how delighted I am with my new Sugal soprano saxophone!  You have engineered a beautiful playing horn.  It blows away my previous two sopranos - Selmer Mark VI and a Couf  Superba 

1. I have put many hours on the new horn and have had my repair tech do some subtle tweaking.  I like a certain feel on all my horns.

Your new rubber soprano mouthpiece is excellent, but alas, I am totally into my Leibman  mouthpeice, which plays beautifully on this horn.  For my money, it is the best soprano mouthpiece ever!   I've owned and/or played most .I am wondering if you would allow me to return the rubber mouthpiece  for a credit toward the purchase of another Liebman 1, and if so, what would the additional cost be?

By the way, I too attended Berklee, and was fortunate to have
studied saxophone with Joe Viola in '69.

Thanking you again,
 Steve L.

A FEW MORE!

B)  I've bought a Sugal soprano sax. I think it's really a very  beautiful instrument. When it arrived to my home (in Italy) I was really
surprised because it was much better than I thought.
 (I've had seen only photos so I kept crossed my
fingers :)  I win the sax at an Ebay auction and also I decided
 to use some other bucks to buy a wonderful leather
 case from Mr.Sugal and a mouthpiece. I think I was lucky, sure I was one of the first buyers of this instrument. The sax comes with two necks, one curved one straight and for me it's very much better than a Maxtone or also professional models sax like the  
Yamaha or other models. I have also a King and a Boosey saxs and the Sugal is more than ok in the comparison. Not at the level of the Selmers but it has its feeling. It is almost black at the light
 (black nickel) with golden keys and has a reinforced Keilwerth style bridge as well as the tear drop, high F# key. At the eye it's one the most beautiful soprano I've ever seen. The keys are fluid, it's a pleasure to play it, the pads are great. Sound centered perfeclty in tune and it's easy to play from top to bottom with a great fat subtone. It's a a pro instrument at the price of a student
one. I'm really satisfied.  Angelo 

C) I think it is absolutely great!  It is an awesome sax for the $$$$ well worth a LOT more.  The mouthpiece that comes with it does not do it any  favors, it's ok but.... Get a good mouthpiece! You'll be glad you did!  Makes a world of difference.  I can't wait  till the sax is broke in ....that will take about six months of playing, less if you play everyday.  You will not be disappointed if you get one of these Sugal Saxes.  In fact I liked it so well I  just bought a Tenor I like the Soprano
Good luck! >JoJo

D)
Hello,
The Sugal soprano I bought recently is a fine horn, especially for the price. I wouldn't put it in the same category as the Yamaha custom or some of the other high end horns,but it seems to be a well built sax, plays in tune and has great response.  I don't know if these horns vary a lot from instrument to instrument, that would be my only concern. I would think Mr. Sugal would send you another if you happened to get a defective sax. The only other thing is that the sax does not come with a case, at least mine did not. He may try and sell you one for an additional $45.00. He will also add a percentage on top of the sale if you
pay by paypal so that he doesn't lose the transaction fee. You might want to inquire about these two things before buying. Hope this helps.> Hector

E) Gary...I would love to write about it but i dont  think that I can judge it that well but to me i really love it =]  Belinda

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