Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Tenor Sax

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Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Tenor Sax

Rampone & Cazzani

Performance Line Tenor Sax

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 511163
Model: Performance Line Tenor Sax
Price: $3,507.90

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This Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line is a fantastic option for intermediate to advanced players seeking a refined Italian sound without the full R1 price tag. The smaller bore makes it surprisingly accessible, while the gold brass provides a rich, professional tone. It's a great choice for jazz, classical, and studio work where versatility and a responsive feel are paramount.

Product Description

  • Rampone & Cazzani Performance Line Tenor Sax
  • Tenor Saxophone
  • Performance line
  • New scale
  • Smaller bore than the Rampone & Cazzani R1 models
  • Very easy response
  • New neck and bell
  • Same mechanism as the R1 model
  • Pisoni Pro pads
  • First class intonation
  • Gold brass body (brushed and lacquered)
  • Includes light case with backpack straps and mouthpiece with ligature and capsule
PROS
  • • Gold brass body delivers a warm, focused, and resonant tone.
  • • Pisoni Pro pads offer exceptional leak resistance and responsiveness.
  • • New scale and smaller bore promote effortless response and comfortable playing.
  • • R1-derived mechanism ensures reliable action and precise intonation.
CONS
  • • The brushed and lacquered finish, while attractive, can be prone to minor cosmetic wear.
  • • The included mouthpiece is serviceable, but a higher-end model would unlock more tonal potential.
  • • The lighter case provides portability but lacks the robust protection of a hard case.

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Key Features

Material Gold brass (body), Nickel silver (keys)
Keywork Roller-lever mechanism, redesigned scale
Finish Brushed and lacquered gold brass
High F# Key Yes
Mouthpiece Selvato mouthpiece (model varies)
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Performance Line’s new scale and slightly smaller bore offer improved playability and a quicker response compared to earlier models, making it more forgiving for a wider range of players.
Yes, the gold brass contributes to a warmer, more complex tone with enhanced projection compared to a standard brass body – it’s immediately noticeable.
This sax is ideal for players wanting a professional-grade instrument with a classic Italian sound, but who find larger bore saxophones unwieldy or are looking for a more approachable Rampone experience.

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