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Best Baritone Saxophones for Funk 2026

Perfect baritone saxophones for funk - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Classical For Big Band For Funk For Contemporary For Ensemble
BRANDS: Thomann
Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Baritone Sax

by Rampone & Cazzani
Jazz Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Great for both melody and bass lines
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to transport
  • • Requires significant air support

Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Baritone SaxBaritone SaxophoneBody and keys made of brass in vintage finish...

⭐ 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539558
$7,478
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Rampone & Cazzani R1 Jazz Baritone Sax OT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Rampone & Cazzani R1 Jazz Baritone Sax OT

by Rampone & Cazzani
Classical Contemporary Jazz
Key Feature:
• Professional ensemble sound
✓ PROS
  • • Unique low-end presence
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant air support
  • • Very large and heavy instrument

Rampone & Cazzani R1 Jazz Baritone Sax OTBaritone SaxophoneMade of unlacquered gold brassLarge boreHand-hammered...

⭐ 4.7/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 318397
$9,788
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Yanagisawa B-WO20 Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yanagisawa B-WO20 Baritone Sax

by Yanagisawa
Big Band Classical Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Essential for saxophone sections
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
  • • Professional ensemble sound
✗ CONS
  • • Limited solo repertoire
  • • Difficult to transport

Yanagisawa B-WO20 Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneElite modelBronze bodyBrass keysHigh F# keyLow A keyC#/Bb and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 448698
$10,998
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Yamaha YBS-62II Baritone Sax - NEW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha YBS-62II Baritone Sax - NEW

by Yamaha
Classical Contemporary Big Band
Key Feature:
• Professional ensemble sound
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
✗ CONS
  • • Very large and heavy instrument
  • • Limited solo repertoire

Yamaha YBS-62II Baritone Sax - NEWBaritone SaxophoneAuxiliary keys up to low A and high F#More straightforward...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 513919
$9,458
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Thomann BariPRO VG Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Thomann BariPRO VG Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Big Band Contemporary Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Great for both melody and bass lines
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
  • • Professional ensemble sound
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive saxophone
  • • Difficult to transport

Thomann BariPRO VG Baritone SaxBaritone SaxophoneFrom the BariPRO seriesVintage gold versionHigh F sharp and deep A-...

⭐ 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 324845
$4,178
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Thomann BariPRO PB Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Thomann BariPRO PB Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Contemporary Big Band Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Professional ensemble sound
✓ PROS
  • • Professional ensemble sound
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
✗ CONS
  • • Requires significant air support
  • • Difficult to transport

Thomann BariPRO PB Baritone SaxBaritone SaxophoneFrom the BariPRO SeriesPure Brass versionHigh F# and low A keyItalian...

⭐ 5.0/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 324844
$4,618
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Startone SBS-75 Baritone Sax Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Startone SBS-75 Baritone Sax Set

by Startone
Big Band Ensemble Classical
Key Feature:
• Professional ensemble sound
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
  • • Unique low-end presence
✗ CONS
  • • Limited solo repertoire
  • • Most expensive saxophone

Startone SBS-75 Baritone Sax Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Startone SBS-75 Baritone Sax*Baritone saxophone*Low...

⭐ 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 536343
$1,599
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Yamaha YBS-82 Baritone Saxophone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha YBS-82 Baritone Saxophone

by Yamaha
Funk Classical Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Unique low-end presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
✗ CONS
  • • Very large and heavy instrument
  • • Most expensive saxophone

Yamaha YBS-82 Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneCustom seriesErgonomic key layout designNew design for the front F...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 508660
$12,098
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Yanagisawa B-WO2 Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yanagisawa B-WO2 Baritone Sax

by Yanagisawa
Big Band Jazz Funk
Key Feature:
• Essential for saxophone sections
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
  • • Unique low-end presence
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to transport
  • • Very large and heavy instrument

Yanagisawa B-WO2 Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneProfessional modelBronze bodyBrass keysHigh F# keyLow A keyC # /...

⭐ 5.0/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448693
$8,964
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Thomann BariPRO BS Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Thomann BariPRO BS Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Jazz Funk Classical
Key Feature:
• Essential for saxophone sections
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive saxophone
  • • Difficult to transport

Thomann BariPRO BS Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneFrom the BariPRO seriesBlack Satin finishHigh F# and low A...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 324842
$4,508
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Thomann BariPRO VD Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Thomann BariPRO VD Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Classical Funk Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Essential for saxophone sections
✓ PROS
  • • Deep, powerful bass voice
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive saxophone
  • • Very large and heavy instrument

Thomann BariPRO VD Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneFrom the 'BariPRO' seriesVintage Dark finishWith high...

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 340298
$4,178
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Forestone SX Gold Lacquered Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Forestone SX Gold Lacquered Baritone Sax

by Forestone
Contemporary Big Band Funk
Key Feature:
• Essential for saxophone sections
✓ PROS
  • • Unique low-end presence
  • • Professional ensemble sound
✗ CONS
  • • Very large and heavy instrument
  • • Difficult to transport

Forestone SX Gold Lacquered Baritone SaxBaritone SaxophoneMaterial: Yellow brassHand-engraved bellPisoni padding with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 559627
$9,018
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Thomann BariPRO L Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Thomann BariPRO L Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Contemporary Classical Jazz
Key Feature:
• Unique low-end presence
✓ PROS
  • • Professional ensemble sound
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
✗ CONS
  • • Most expensive saxophone
  • • Requires significant air support

Thomann BariPRO L Baritone SaxBaritone SaxophoneFrom the BariPRO seriesLacquered modelHigh F# and low A keyItalian...

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 324840
$4,068
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Thomann BariPRO S Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Thomann BariPRO S Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Contemporary Funk Big Band
Key Feature:
• Deep, powerful bass voice
✓ PROS
  • • Great for both melody and bass lines
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
✗ CONS
  • • Limited solo repertoire
  • • Very large and heavy instrument

Thomann BariPRO S Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneFrom the BariPRO seriesSilver-plated finishHigh F# and low A...

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324841
$4,674
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Thomann lowJAZZ L Baritone Sax - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Thomann lowJAZZ L Baritone Sax

by Thomann
Classical Big Band Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for both melody and bass lines
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for saxophone sections
  • • Professional ensemble sound
✗ CONS
  • • Limited solo repertoire
  • • Most expensive saxophone

Thomann lowJAZZ L Baritone SaxophoneBaritone SaxophoneFrom the "lowJAZZ" seriesRange up to low BbLacquered...

⭐ 4.9/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 340300
$4,068
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How to Choose the Best Baritone Saxophones

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced baritone saxophones typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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