Metronome Music is an Authorized John Packer Dealer and Repair Facility. This instrument is brand new and has a full warranty from the manufacturer. 

John Packer has been making high quality instruments for over 2 decades. What started out as a simple need from their home market in the U.K. quickly grew to world demand for their great instruments. Students and school band programs need access to instruments at affordable rates and we have found John Packer to be the best option available when buying on a budget. 

Once you are ready to step up from your beginner level instrument, John Packer offers some of the best high-quality advanced instruments in those categories too! John Packer designed all their advanced instruments in conjunction with famous British brands like Rath, Smith-Watkins, Taylor, and Sterling, which allowed them to keep their prices lower than the competition, but excel in quality and performance.

Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Lacquer

The JP045 Eb alto saxophone is ideal for beginners or for those wanting to source their own instrument at an affordable price. This saxophone is designed to take the player through into the middle grades and provide an introduction into saxophone playing.    

There are many features on the JP045 that are present on more professional models, a fully ribbed construction and double spine on B & C keys provides additional strength while an underslung octave mechanism also improves instrument reliability. Blue steel springs are rust resistant and offer better tension memory and the Italian leather pads create a great seal that translates into a fuller sound that is more responsive and lasts longer than conventional pads.

The instrument also features High F# and Front F keys and a floating plate design for the little finger (left hand) cluster, this aids faster movement once players have become proficient. An adjustable thumb rest allows a more natural and comfortable hand position to be achieved. A sling ring also provides the opportunity to make the instrument even lighter with the use of the provided sling or harness.  

• Key: Eb
• Material: Brass
• Mechanism: Full Keywork
• Finish: Gold Lacquer keywork (JP045G)
• Mouthpiece: JP
• Lyre Box: Yes
• Instrument Weight: 2.52Kg (5lb 9oz)
• Weight with case: 6.06Kg (13lb 6oz)
• Box Dimensions: 67x21x32cm (26x8x13in)
• Boxed weight: 6.78Kg (14lb 15oz)