Forestone RX Unlacquered Tenor Sax

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Forestone RX Unlacquered Tenor Sax

Forestone

RX Unlacquered Tenor Sax

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 422827
Model: RX Unlacquered Tenor Sax
Price: $5,663.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Forestone RX is a seriously impressive tenor – it’s built to handle everything from smooth jazz to hard-driving funk. The unlacquered finish gives it a unique aesthetic and a raw, immediate sound, but it demands a bit more care. This is a fantastic choice for the serious gigging musician or advanced student seeking a professional-grade horn.

Product Description

  • Forestone RX Unlacquered Tenor Sax
  • Bb Tenor Saxophone
  • Powerful and modern sound
  • Flexible use - suitable for all styles
  • Material: Yellow brass
  • Flanged tone holes
  • Hand-engraved bell
  • Pisoni pads with metal resonators
  • Blue steel springs
  • Adjustable metal finger hook
  • Ergonomic design
  • Key posts: Hybrid Post Construction
  • High F# key
  • Unvarnished

*Note:* Polished instrument that tarnishes over time and develops a significantly darker and matt finish.

PROS
  • • Yellow brass body delivers a powerful, resonant tone with excellent projection
  • • Flanged tone holes improve intonation and response across the range
  • • Hybrid post construction minimizes key wobble and ensures reliable action
  • • Pisoni pads with metal resonators offer exceptional leak resistance and responsiveness
CONS
  • • Unlacquered finish requires diligent maintenance to prevent excessive tarnishing
  • • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many student or casual players
  • • Ergonomic design may not suit all hand sizes or playing styles perfectly

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Key Features

Material Yellow brass body, stainless steel keys
Keywork Ergonomic design, adjustable metal finger hook, hybrid post construction
Finish Unlacquered, develops a darker, matte finish with age
High F# Key Present, facilitating extended range playing
Mouthpiece Not included – designed to accommodate a wide range of mouthpieces
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The lack of lacquer allows the brass to vibrate more freely, resulting in a slightly brighter, more immediate and raw tone, and a faster response.
Regular polishing with a specialized brass cleaner and soft cloth is essential to prevent excessive tarnishing and maintain the desired aesthetic.
Hybrid posts offer increased rigidity, reducing key wobble and improving overall key action for a more consistent and reliable feel.

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