Forestone GX Cognac Lacquered Tenor Sax
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Forestone
GX Cognac Lacquered Tenor Sax
Product Info
Article Number:
570962
Brand:
Forestone
Model:
GX Cognac Lacquered Tenor Sax
Category:
Tenor Saxophones
Price:
$3,837.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Forestone GX is a seriously well-built tenor. It's got a refined, compact tone – not overly bright, but rich and responsive. This would be fantastic for players wanting a professional-grade horn with a vintage-inspired feel, especially those in jazz, contemporary, or soul music.
Product Description
- Forestone GX Cognac Lacquered Tenor Sax
- Bb Tenor Saxophone
- Material: Brass
- Flanged tone holes
- Hand-engraved bell
- Pisoni padding with metal resonators
- Blue steel springs
- Adjustable metal thumb hook
- Ergonomic design
- Key posts: Hybrid Post Construction
- High F# key
- Warm
- compact and modern sound
- Flexible use
- Suitable for all styles
- Finish: Cognac lacquered
- Includes Protec case
PROS
- • Hand-engraved bell adds visual flair and tonal complexity.
- • Pisoni padding with resonators delivers exceptional response and projection.
- • Hybrid post construction enhances key stability and intonation accuracy.
- • Cognac lacquer provides a warm aesthetic and protects the brass.
CONS
- • The ergonomic design may not suit all hand sizes or playing preferences.
- • The 'warm' sound profile might lack brightness for some genres.
- • A premium-priced instrument, requiring a serious investment.
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Key Features
Material
Yellow Brass
Keywork
Flanged tone holes, adjustable metal thumb hook, hybrid post construction
Finish
Cognac Lacquered
High F# Key
Yes
Mouthpiece
Not Included - Likely designed for a Selo SAZ-02 or similar
Weight
2.8 kg (approximately 6.2 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Yanagisawa offers a more powerful, projecting sound, but the GX provides a more nuanced, vintage-inspired tone at a more accessible price point.
Yes, they contribute to faster response, reduced fatigue, and improved overall action compared to standard springs.
The Pisoni padding is known for its durability, but regular servicing by a qualified technician is still recommended for any saxophone of this caliber.
